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Dental Fillings

Dental Fillings for Restoration

Dental fillings are used to repair teeth damaged by decay, cracks, or minor fractures. Fillings can restore the tooth’s function and prevent damage. Modern fillings are durable and look like your natural teeth.

Reasons to Get a Filling

A filling is needed to fill a cavity or to repair a chip or crack. Ignoring this type of damage can lead to infection and pain. That may require more extensive procedures later. Dental fillings are simple and can protect teeth.
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The Dental Filling Process

1 step

You’ll get an exam and diagnosis. Your dentist examines your teeth and may take X-rays to determine the extent of decay or damage.

2 step

The area is numbed. Local anesthesia is applied to make you comfortable during the procedure.

3 step

The dentist uses dental instruments to remove the decayed portion of the tooth. It is an important step in saving the tooth and preventing infection.

4 step

The cavity is cleaned and disinfected to prepare it for the filling. This ensures bacteria doesn’t re-enter the area.

5 step

The chosen filling material is used to fill the damaged area. It can be composite resin, metal, or another type. The dentist applies it in layers and then shapes the tooth to bring it to its natural form and blend with your other teeth.

6 step

The last step in installing a filling is curing and polishing. A special light may be used to harden the filling. The dentist polishes it to match the tooth’s surface.

The Benefits of Dental Fillings

Dental fillings can restore chewing function and prevent decay. Using it to repair cracks and chips can also improve you teeth’s appearance. It is a minimally invasive procedure that can be done in one visit.

Choosing the Right Filling Material

Different materials are available for fillings. They include tooth-coloured composite resin and silver amalgam. Amalgam isn’t as popular as it once was because the resin blends into your natural tooth colour. Your Birkdale Family Dental professional will recommend a material that suits your needs.

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Maintaining Your Filling

Proper oral hygiene and regular dental checkups help your filling last for many years. One point to know is that fillings will not respond to whitening so consider your future plans before talking to you dentist about filling shade. Basic hygiene can go a long way to protecting your filling.
  • checkmark Brush and floss daily to keep the tooth clean to prevent decay around the filling.
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  • checkmark See your dentist regularly and monitor the condition of your fillings and detect potential issues early.
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