Procedure time 20 min {per tooth}
There are two types of fillings, Natural White Fillings and Amalgam fillings. Fillings are used when a cavities has not reached the nerve. First the decayed parts of the tooth are removed. Then the tooth is cleaned and prepared to receive the filling material.
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A Natural White Fillings is a UV light cured substance which bonds to your natural teeth. After a tooth is prepared to receive the filling a bonding material is applied to the tooth and cured . Then the filling material is applied and is also cured with the UV light. This process is repeated till the tooth is filled. Finally the tooth is given its final form by biting a articulating paper to adjust the bite and accommodate the shape.
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This is accomplished by biting a piece of articulation paper which will leave a small amount of ink on the tooth to tell the Doctor where to file the tooth down to adjust the bite. This is the best type of filling . It looks natural and in most cases last the longest. This type of fillings will last a long time. Will not corrode, or seep saliva, creating a cavity underneath the filling. The down side is that these types of fillings are in time they may change color and will need to be changed in front teeth. Also this type of filling is made for small cavities and not for fractured teeth. in the case of fractured teeth the Doctor may recommend a crown.
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Amalgam fillings are more commonly known as silver fillings. This type of fillings are best used for large fillings and have a longer life span. There is some controversy as to the use of these fillings but is still widely used today. |
