Composite is a commonly used dental filling material today, helping to restore chewing function and aesthetics for decayed teeth, cracked teeth, worn tooth roots,… In the article below Delia dentistry will Introduce more clearly the dental composite filling method to readers: Advantages, disadvantages, process, cost,…
What is dental composite filling?
On the market today there are many types of dental filling materials used in cosmetic dentistry such as: Amalgam, Silicate cement, metal, gold, Composite, GIC, etc. Among them, Composite is the most widely used filling material. Most people prefer to use it thanks to its natural white color, almost similar to the color of real teeth and its hardness, good chewing resistance, especially very safe and benign for the body.
Composite tooth filling is a method highly appreciated by dentists for its quality
Composite tooth filling (trám răng) is a method highly appreciated by dentists for its quality, often used to fix and restore cases of chipped, yellowed, cavities, worn-out teeth, and gapped teeth. , teeth lacking enamel,…
In Which cases can composite cosmetic dental fillings be required?
Composite cosmetic fillings are applied to many problems and locations on the teeth such as:
- Correcting cavities, discolored teeth or tiny black spots appearing on the tooth surface.
- Repair chipped, cracked or horizontally broken teeth.
- Teeth are damaged due to injury or accident.
- Teeth are worn down due to teeth grinding.
- Gaping teeth (closed spaces between teeth)
- Change tooth shape (make teeth more evenly spaced).
- Protects teeth with worn tooth roots, a part of the tooth root is exposed when the gums recede.
- The tooth has mild pulpitis.
Composite cosmetic fillings are applied to many problems and locations on the teeth
Are dental fillings made of composite materials durable?
With advanced techniques and quality materials, composite filled teeth always have natural color and high durability. Combined with the high skills of the doctors, you can feel secure in treatment without worrying about damaging your real teeth.
Are cosmetic dental fillings made of Composite durable? This is a question that customers in need of dental fillings always wonder about. In fact, in addition to advanced techniques and quality materials, maintaining long-term composite fillings also depends on many criteria such as:
In fact, in addition to advanced techniques and quality materials, maintaining long-term composite fillings also depends on many criteria
- Choosing a reputable dental clinic with a team of highly skilled doctors and many years of experience will help the tooth filling process achieve high accuracy, quality fillings and be more durable.
- Diet and oral hygiene: Fillings can become discolored and peel off if you eat or drink dark foods, eat hard foods, use your teeth to open bottle caps, etc.
Composte cosmetic tooth filling process at Delia dental clinic
Direct fillings are a simple dental procedure and are applied to many dental conditions. The tooth filling process usually only requires one appointment with the dentist to complete.
Direct fillings are a simple dental procedure and are applied to many dental conditions
- Examination and consultation: First, the dentist will examine the tooth area that needs filling, determine its size and advise you on some types of materials to use for the filling.
- Anesthetize and clean the area to be filled: The dentist will give local anesthesia at the location where the tooth filling will be performed. In case of tooth decay, the cavity will be scraped clean with a specialized tool, while food debris or tartar will be removed.
- Filling the tooth: The doctor will pour the filling material into the filling cavity or put it on the cleaned cavity of the tooth. Composite filling material is in liquid form, and after laser irradiation, it will gradually harden in about 40 seconds through a photopolymerization reaction.
- Adjust the filling: The doctor will adjust the filling and remove excess filling material. Finally, the filling surface will be smoothed and polished to prevent the teeth from becoming uncomfortable.
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Instructions on how to care for teeth after filling
Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Combine the use of dental floss and mouthwash to completely clean plaque and bacteria inside the oral cavity.
Instructions on how to care for teeth after filling
- Avoid using filled teeth to bite and tear hard or chewy foods.
- Do not use food that is too hot or too cold.
- Give up the habit of grinding your teeth.
- Limit drinks such as coffee, cigarettes, tea, carbonated soft drinks, etc., which both damage tooth enamel and stain teeth.
Conclusion
Composite tooth filling is a fairly simple technique, but if you find a reputable dental clinic, the filling effect can last longer, without changing the feeling of chewing. Choosing Delia Dental to fill your teeth will receive dedicated, thoughtful service and the best quality service.
