Currently, caries is one of the most frequent oral pathologies. If it is not treated in time, it may spread and affect deeper layers, causing severe pain, infections and even tooth loss.
The most appropriate procedure to treat it is dental filling. Therefore, in this week's post we are going to talk about the 7 things you should know about dental fillings. If you are interested in this topic, keep reading!
What is a dental filling
Dental filling is a dental procedure that aims to remove a caries from the affected tooth.
To do this, the dentist is responsible for filing the damaged part of the tooth in order to prevent it from spreading to the root. Later, this gap caused in the tooth must be filled with a biocompatible material, such as composite, so that the patient can eat and smile normally.
Can I use homemade fillings?
Definitely, home fillings are not the best solution to treat a cavity. In addition to being dangerous, it is possible that they cause complications such as the tooth becoming unusable.
The most advisable thing is to go to a trusted dental clinic, where a team of dental experts performs the dental filling, an economical, simple, fast and effective treatment.
Do dental fillings hurt?
Depending on the depth of the decay, dentists may assess the possibility of numbing the area with local anesthesia. If the decay has reached the dentin, it is very likely that the area will be anesthetized to prevent the patient from feeling discomfort during the procedure.
On the other hand, if the tooth is not very affected by decay and has only damaged a superficial part, the specialist will surely not use anesthesia to perform the dental filling, since it will not cause discomfort or pain in the patient.
In short, dental fillings do not cause pain.
How a dental filling is made
A dental filling is a quick and simple procedure, which is performed in a single session. However, in our dental clinic in Madrid we follow a series of steps:
In the first visit, the specialist detects the need to carry out a filling.
On the second visit, the dentist numbs the area using local anesthesia. Then, clean the area to be intervened and apply the composite. Finally, the remains of the composite are removed and the tooth is polished to make it perfect, both at an aesthetic level and at a chewing level.
How much does a dental filling cost?
In addition to recovering the functionality and aesthetics of the tooth, dental fillings are very cheap. In Almara it is one of the most demanded treatments.
If you are interested in knowing more information, visit our dental clinic in Madrid, where we will offer you a tailored quote.
Types of dental fillings
Depending on the material used, there are two types of dental fillings:
Metal: metal amalgam was used in the past for this type of treatment. Compared to other materials, it is unsightly and stands out too much on the teeth.Resin: this type of material allows to recover the original appearance of the tooth. In our dental clinic in Madrid, we use composite, a resistant and versatile material that, in addition to solidifying quickly and offering a very similar appearance to natural teeth, allows the patient to eat and drink normally.
How long does a dental filling last?
A dental filling can last a lifetime. Although it depends on many factors such as the way of biting or the oral hygiene habits followed by the patient, the duration of dental fillings cannot be determined exactly since it will depend on each particular case.
However, it is convenient to go to periodic check-ups with the specialist so that he can assess the state of the filled tooth.
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