A Concise And Detailed Look At Fillings For Your Teeth

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By: Abbie Cheung
Submitted February 15th 2011 & consists of 624 words.
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Fillings are common in today’s dental clinic. They are the first type of repair for a tooth suffering from decay or cavities. The dentist first removes the suffering part of the tooth and then fills it with a “filling” to prohibit further decay and cavities.

There are many types of materials that can be used in fillings. Each has their own advantage. Your dentist may recommend a filling of gold, silver, porcelain, or of a composite material based on different factors of your situation.

At times your tooth will be damaged too far past what a filling can repair. If this is the case then your options may include crowns, caps, bridges, or even implants. However, most of the time we hope the damage to your tooth is fairly minor and in most cases it is which means a dentist can use a filling to repair your tooth.

So let’s talk briefly about the different types of fillings.

Gold fillings are considered the most durable and the best. They also tend to be the most expensive. Gold contours well with the gums and can last for many years.

Silver fillings are the next on the chain. They are definitely less expensive than gold but still have some great durability. One negative is that with their color they are the easiest to notice, especially if the cavity is up front. Often times the dentist will recommend this filling for cavities for back teeth where the silver is not so easily seen.

Composite feelings are quite popular. These are fillings which are mixed right into the tooth. The good news is they can be quite durable. Also, they can be made to match your teeth color. The downside is their durability is not as good when filling large holes.

Porcelain fillings are popular as well as they can matched to the color of your teeth. They are fairly resilient but can be quite expensive at times.

Finally, when it comes to getting your fillings: You won’t feel anything, as he will numb the area he is going to be filling. It normally takes less than an hour, and you’ll be up and around before you know it. A filling is great for cavities, as most look natural and they won’t result in the loss of your tooth.

Want to find out more about dentists? Emil Benjamin writes often for dental office san diego as well as for dentist wilmington.

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However, most of the time we hope the damage to your tooth is fairly minor and in most cases it is which means a dentist can use a filling to repair your tooth. So let's talk briefly about the different types of fillings. Gold fillings are considered the most durable and the best. They also tend to be the most expensive. Gold contours well with the gums and can last for many years. Silver fillings are the next on the chain. They are definitely less expensive than gold but still have some great durability. One negative is that with their color they are the easiest to notice, especially if the cavity is up front. Often times the dentist will recommend this filling for cavities for back teeth where the silver is not so easily seen. Composite feelings are quite popular. These are fillings which are mixed right into the tooth. The good news is they can be quite durable. Also, they can be made to match your teeth color. 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