Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Key Takeaways Silver amalgam fillings can last about 15 years on average. The FDA ...

Getting a filling is a common dental procedure that is used to treat cavities and protect teeth damaged by tooth decay. There are several types of filling material currently available to repair ...

Getting a filling is a straightforward process that helps protect your teeth and can often be completed in a single appointment. However, cost can be a concern, especially if you don't have dental ...

Alhambra Modern Dentistry, left, at Alhambra Place is among a growing number of medical-related businesses that are becoming tenants in shopping centers. (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times) Not long ...

Not long ago, dentists were about as welcome as a toothache at shopping centers. Landlords preferred more conventional retailers in their malls, relegating dentists to out-of-the-way locations if they ...