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What is the difference between amalgam (silver) fillings and composite (tooth colored) fillings?

April 26, 2017amalgam colored Composite fillings Silver tooth

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What is the difference between amalgam (silver) fillings and composite (tooth colored) fillings?

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Amalgam is a tried and tested material that is a strong material and will generally last longer than composite. Composite has the advantage of being tooth colored but is not as durable as amalgam. Composite also has a slightly higher cost than amalgam.