Revitalise Your Teeth With Filling and Restorations
At Alauna Dental Aesthetics and Implant Center, our dental experts provide fillings and restoration services with optimal care.
Fillings and Restoration - Prevent Cavities, Restore Teeth
A Closer Look into Fillings and Restoration
Fillings and restoration are a way to combat cavities and repair tooth decay. Our dentists use modern tools to restore any cavities, preserve the tooth structure and stop any bacteria from causing decay.The purpose of this process is to improve overall dental health for our patients.
Performing fillings and restoration usually involves rebuilding the damaged teeth via resin, ceramic, or other materials. After this, we also cover the tooth to protect it.We usually utilise veneers or crowns to prevent further tooth breakage.
Fillings and Restoration Procedure: A Way To Enhance Tooth Function
Quality fillings and restorative methods at Maryport can effectively repair and preserve teeth when possible. Our experts at the Alauna Dental Aesthetics and Implant Center, use top-notch materials for our fillings like composite resin, dental amalgam and porcelain. Overlay, crowns and veneers are some of the most popular methods of restoration that we use at our clinic.
Why Choose Fillings and Restorations?
Teeth that are filled or restored have additional benefits that help in repairing the appearance and function of injured or infected teeth. Fillings usually prevent further progression of decay related to the cavity by blocking it, which is less troublesome than the wait of complicated treatment.
Various restorative means including crowns and inlays, reinforce the damaged teeth, restore interdent valvular planes and save dental looks. They may also help cases of pain and sensitivity, and minimise risks of further injury.
How Dental Fillings and Restorations Work
Diagnosing the Problem
First of all, our experts will examine the damage and then decide the next course of action. This consultation involves the use of diagnosis tools and X-rays as well.
Preparing for the procedure
Once we have decided whether filling, restoration and what materials are to be used, local anaesthesia is administered.
Repairing the damage
Our dentists use drills to remove the decayed part of the tooth. The area is then prepared for filling.
Placing the filling
We choose quality composite carrier filling material and use a curing light to cement it in the right place so the patient is not uncomfortable while chewing.
Optional restoration
Next, if restoration is needed, our dentists will consult with you on installing a crown, onlay or implant to cover the filled area. This is usually done when the damaged area is significantly big in size.
Ensuring Secure Placement
This process usually involves polishing, shaping and checking if the patient is comfortable with the fit of the tooth.
Aftercare for Filling and Restoration
To make sure that your teeth heal perfectly, we recommend taking care of your dental hygiene and avoiding hard-to-chew foods for a while.
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FILLINGS VS RESTORATIONS
Fillings
This process involves cleaning the affected area and then using materials to fill the gap left behind. We use an excavator to remove the decay. The filling is created with an amalgamator and then applied with an applicator. Usually, resin materials are har
Texture
Use of natural colour which helps them blend seamlessly.
Longevity
Fillings are more fragile than crowns or veneers and might need more support over time.
Aesthetic
When done right, fillings can match the natural teeth.
Extraction
It only needs the decayed area to be removed.
Reliability
These might need to be replaced after a couple of years.
Reactions
Fillings are normally pretty safe against allergens.
Safety
Restorations
Texture
Restoration is made with the colour of your teeth.
Longevity
Restorations are more reliable when it comes to strength and can withstand for a longer term.
Aesthetic
Extraction
Reliability
Restorations are more reliable and do not need replacement.
Reactions
These are safe for all patients regardless of allergies.
Safety
Restorations are known for being reliable and safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are experiencing some sensitivity and discomfort, it is recommended to contact and schedule an appointment with your dental professional as soon as possible. Upon inspecting the cavities, they can suggest whether you need a filling or not.
Amalgam fillings can last for approximately 10-15 years and composite fillings last for 5-7 years. Fillings can last a long time depending on the care taken and the materials used.
You might need a restoration like a crown or a veneer if your chewing and other basic functions are affected by the decay. We suggest consulting your dentist to make the best decision.
Your dentist can suggest to you the best course of action when getting your tooth restored. Sometimes only filling is needed but a patient might need a veneer, onlays or crown to fill the gap.
Dentists use local anaesthesia and other sedative measures before starting the procedure so it is unlikely that you will feel any pain. If you experience pain or irritation afterwards, then it is best to inform your dentist.
Normally your dentist would prescribe certain measures like avoiding certain foods and medicines after the procedure. Brush your teeth with gentle hand motion and carefully floss to avoid the growth of germs and bacteria.