Some of us have pleasant childhood memories of our first dental visits for teeth cleaning and fillings. Others have experiences filled with terror about drills and metal fillings, leading to dental phobia in adulthood.
Dentistry has immensely evolved in use of materials and equipment for filling cavities. New treatments have transformed oral health with patients benefiting from:
- Choices in white composite or porcelain fillings for aesthetically-pleasing results
- Replacement of mercury-containing amalgam fillings with porcelain ones for better health
- Fissure-sealant and fluoride treatments to prevent tooth decay and gum disease
- Advanced technologies for accurate fillings reducing risk of over-filling and dental damage
- Oral cleansing, scaling and polishing by dentist and/or oral hygienist
Cavities are holes in teeth that occur due to loss of enamel and tooth decay. Enamel on teeth may become worn due to teeth grinding or incorrect teeth brushing technique. The enamel tooth surface may be eroded by acidic or sugary foods attracting oral bacteria further damaging the tooth. As the outer enamel is destroyed, cavities may form in the tooth surface right through to the inner dentin and tooth pulp.
The tooth may present with toothache and feel sore. Leaving cavities untreated worsens tooth decay and may lead to gum disease. Dentists often seal the back molar teeth with fissure sealant and fluoride treatment to prevent tooth decay. Cavities should be filled to prevent bacterial infection that may lead to tooth and bone loss.
Tooth coloured fillings
Nowadays, white fillings are designed using tooth-coloured dental composite or porcelain ceramic to restore tooth structure and function. Not only is the tooth strengthened with white fillings, but teeth appear white and healthy. White fillings blend with existing tooth structure so that teeth appear natural when smiling. Liverpool Dental Spa in the heart of Liverpool ,offers white fillings for discreet and effective treatment of cavities.
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