Everyone wants to have those perfect sets of teeth which celebrities and commercial models have. Unfortunately, having them can seem pretty hard – most especially if you have tooth decays that have accumulated over the years, or if you have broken teeth. However, with the latest improvement in dental cosmetics, having perfect looking set of teeth is not impossible anymore.
Tooth decay and broken tooth are among the most common dental problems. And when the tooth can still be saved – tooth restoration is the ideal dental treatment.
Dental Filling is a form of dental restoration where a composite resin or a metal amalgam is placed onto the decayed or broken tooth. However, through the years, the use of metal filling like silver amalgam has been replaced by tooth colored filling.
Tooth colored filling or composite resin is made of plastic and composite materials that are bonded to the tooth structure. The composite resin is then matched to the natural color of the tooth – thereby resulting to the restoration being unnoticeable.
How Does Tooth Colored Filling Procedure Work?
First, dentists such as Dr. Ghannam and Dr. Lynch will have the tooth examined. At times, this will require the taking of X-rays to determine the severity of the condition of the tooth. An assessment will then be made to evaluate whether the tooth would qualify for a tooth colored filling restoration. If it does, the tooth to be restored will be cleaned – which includes the removal of tooth decay to avoid any future bacteria build-up.
It is necessary that the tooth be isolated to avoid saliva contamination. To do this, a thin layer of the bonding agent is applied to the tooth, followed by the tooth colored filling. The filling material is then shaped to resemble the tooth. It is then hardened through a curing light.
Once the filling gets hard, the bite is checked to know if the teeth are properly fitted together. The necessary adjustments will then be done, followed by the polishing of the surface of the newly restored tooth.
The Advantages of The Teeth Colored Filling Procedure
Dentists nowadays, including Artisan Dental Institute, prefer the use of tooth colored fillings because of the advantages it can give to patients. Here are some of them:
- It is safe and mercury-free. There were controversies regarding the mercury content on metal amalgams and the harmful effects it can possibly give to patients. Fortunately, there is a safer alternative – the tooth colored filling.
- It provides a natural appearance. The color is matched to the natural shade of the tooth being restored, which means that with this method – restoration is unnoticeable and the repaired tooth will look natural. This is best suited for front teeth restoration.
- It preserves the tooth structure. Tooth colored filling are directly bonded to the tooth structure lessening the need of tooth reduction, thus strengthening and preserving the tooth being restored.
- It has lesser risks of any allergic reaction and metal sensitivity. Only minimal amount of resin material is used in the procedure.
- It can be done with just one visit to the dentist. Tooth colored fillings hardens quickly as compared to other materials.
- It is repairable. If the tooth filling wears out – it can easily be repaired anytime.
- It is Versatile. The uses of colored tooth filling is not only limited to filling decayed tooth. It is used also for restoring cracked, chipped, and broken tooth. It is also used for dental cosmetics to change shapes, sizes and colors of teeth.
You can get a tooth colored filling restoration now and have that perfect looking set of teeth. Dr. Ghannam and Dr. Lynch will help you get the perfect smile you’ve always dreamt about. Contact their office today and make an appointment with Artisan Dental Institute.
