Dental Filling Fillings are a common type of restorative dentistry. A filling is done for a patient who has minor fractures or decay in their teeth. It is a great way of restoring their smiles back without entirely replacing the tooth. Dental fillings are also used to smoothen out the surface of a tooth to make them even, ensuring that the patient can bite and chew as intended. Cavities are treated by removing the decay and then fillings are applied to the space left. Capitol Square Dental treats cavities or teeth fractures with fillings to ensure that our patients retain their confident smiles.Who Needs a Dental Filling?Dental fillings could be required by anyone who has a hole in their tooth. If you notice that you are suffering from tooth decay, you can consider getting a filling. Also, People with chipped or broken teeth, cavities, dark spots, or unsightly colors on their teeth could also be candidates for a dental filling. Tooth sensitivity could also be a sign that you need a dental filling. It is always a good idea to get an appointment as soon as you notice any of these signs, so that our professionals can determine if you need a filling or not. Types of FillingsWhile getting advice for fillings, it is also great to know what material would be best for your filling. Our team would help you decide what type of material is best for you, so that you do not have reactions or complications in the future. Below are the types of fillings available. Metal FillingsThis type of filling has been around for a while. Your metal choices could either be gold or silver. Clearly, the gold option is usually priced a little higher than the silver, but they both last well over a decade. They are generally resistant to wear and are well tolerated by gum tissues. Amalgam FillingsWidely used by many dental professionals, these have also been in use over a long period of time. Amalgam fillings are made up of a combination of several metals, and this increases their strength. Since they are much stronger, they are often used to fill cavities in larger teeth such as the molars. Amalgams can be noticeable when you smile, so they are best fitted for teeth in the back of your mouth. Composite and Porcelain FillingsComposite resins are fillings that appear natural as their colors blend with your teeth. Just like the teeth, they are susceptible to stain and are less durable, so they are best for small fillings. Porcelain fillings do not wear off or stain easily, and they are used for covering large parts of a tooth. They are long-lasting and cost as much as metal fillings. How Is a Dental Filling Done?Our professionals will assess the infected tooth to get adequate information required for the procedure. Anesthesia might be used if needed. The decay will be carefully removed. Then the preselected filling is applied to the area of the cavity. Once done, the tooth can be polished and cleaned to conclude the filling. Maintaining good oral hygiene is necessary to keep your filling healthy. To learn more about dental fillings, speak to Capitol Square Dental today at (380) 383-3497 to get more information. |
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