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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Replacing silver fillings

Silver, or amalgam, fillings are made with mercury, silver, tin and copper. In some cases, other metals may be included in amalgam fillings, too. A great deal of research has examined these fillings and found them to be an effective, long-lasting treatment for dental decay.

We often have patients ask us about options for replacing their old silver fillings for a more discreet option. Whilst this is possible and will renew your smile to better blend and dental work with your natural teeth, its not essential unless there is a concern about the structure of the original tooth.

Old silver fillings can deteriorate over time, leaving your teeth vulnerable to decay or tooth cracks. Should this occur, your Oakmead Dental Care dentist will usually recommend replacing old silver fillings with a durable, more aesthetic composite filling, which we will match in colour to your natural teeth.

Restoring your teeth and regaining your smile

At Oakmead Dental Care in East Grinstead we use resin composite fillings to match the colour of your teeth and ensure a long-lasting and natural-looking result. We also offer porcelain crowns, inlays and onlays as successful options for repairing cracked, broken, decayed or heavily filled teeth. They are hardwearing and can be colour-matched perfectly to your own teeth.

If you would like to discuss replacing your old amalgam fillings or for any dental needs, give us a call on 01342 325363.

Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Oakmead Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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1213 Reviews

5.0

20th November 2025

I have used Oakmead for sometime and am very happy with the service and treatment at all times.

19th November 2025

Everyone is so polite, knowledgeable and friendly. I felt cared about and for and the Dentist - Paul - fully explained what he was going to do and even apologised for giving me an injection which he knows I don't like but was necessary. I am considering having an implant and he took the time to fully explain the procedure and my options. The reception staff are always welcoming and so friendly

19th November 2025

A very considerate and professional team making the whole experience very easy and without any stress . Totally professional.

16th November 2025

Short notice appointment available

14th November 2025

Made to feel at ease

14th November 2025

Very calm and professional environment with convivial and professional staff.

14th November 2025

I have been attending Oakmead many years, and the team understands any issues I have.

14th November 2025

Paul Cassidy and his nurse were welcoming and detailed exactly what would happen during my appointment. Paul always comes to the front of the chair to talk to me and this is appreciated as in previous practices the dentist talks to the back of your head.The fitting of my new denture took place without problem and Paul,advised me of the probably issues that could arise whilst the denture settled in and that if I needed I could revisit him if I experience and problems.

14th November 2025

Excellent service in Al aspects .

12th November 2025

Good service .

12th November 2025

Staff are always so helpful and kind. They always seem to listen and are happy to help.

3rd November 2025

Excellent patient care

2nd November 2025

I was very satisfied with the service. The dentist was very helpful and kind.

2nd November 2025

The dentist and dental nurse reassured me entirely when I was clearly very nervous, couldn't fault them at all during the experience!

1st November 2025

An excellent clinician with whom I feel totally relaxed. Should he retire before I do, then my remaining teeth will fall into utter decline and perish.

31st October 2025

The dentist is very caring and gentle when dealing with your teeth, and I have been attending this practice for over thirty years. thank you

31st October 2025

Trust in the team. They listen & give sensible advice

31st October 2025

Always friendly and helpful staff. Clinical staff are knowledgeable, kind and patient. I went to this practice initially as a very nervous patient but I now can cope with my dental appointments thanks so the compassionate staff.

29th October 2025

Very professional and friendly service

29th October 2025

Always very caring & feel v confident whatever dentists says

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