Why Silver and not white?

Stainless steal crowns are a valuable alternative to white fillings when used on primary teeth. These strong metal caps cover the entire tooth and are rarely lost or damaged. With a smooth polished surface, stainless steel crowns are much tougher and cleaner. White fillings only have a limited life span which means that often a young child has to come back to the dentist for more treatment on the same tooth. This may mean more sedation or repeated general anaesthesia.