To treat a cavity the decayed portion of your tooth will be removed and then "fill" the area on the tooth where the decayed material was removed.
Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse (such as from nail-biting or tooth grinding).
(Case done by Dr.Priyanka Urade B.D.S. / Cosmetic Dental Surgeon )
Huge cavity in front tooth
Cavity filled by tooth colored restoration.
(Case done by Dr. Sheetal Joglekar B.D.S. / Cosmetic Dental Surgeon )
Worn out teeth
Build up of teeth b tooth colored restoration.
First, a drill, air abrasion instrument, will be used to remove the decayed area. If required,local anesthesia is given around the tooth to be filled. Next, the area will be tested to determine if all the decay has been removed. Once the decay has been removed, the space is prepared for the filling by cleaning the cavity of bacteria and debris. If the decay is near the pulp,a liner made of glass ionomer, dycal or other material is used to protect the nerve. Several additional steps are required for tooth-colored fillings and are as follows. After the removal of decay the area has been cleaned, the tooth-colored material is applied in layers. Next, a special light that "cures" or hardens each layer is applied. When the multilayering process is completed, the shape to the composite material will be given to the desired result, trim off any excess material, and polish the final restoration.
To maintain fillings, you should follow good oral hygiene practices --, brushing with a fluoride toothpaste, and flossing at least once daily.
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