Dental Fillings

What Is A Dental Filling?

It is a type of treatment to fix decayed teeth. If you don’t take care of oral hygiene or if you have some childhood issue, your tooth enamel starts to wear off.

This leads to difficulty in eating and if care is not taken, can lead to the formation of cavities.

The role of Dental Fillings is to fix the tooth gap/decay to ensure your teeth are happy and look amazing.

Why Do I Need To Get A Dental Filling?

There are various symptoms for which filling of a tooth is advised. here are some of the common ones:

If your teeth feel sensitive when you eat very very hot food food
if you have single or multiple cavities
if your teeth are broken or chipped
if you get stuck between your teeth
if there are dark spots on your teeth
if you find a hole in your tooth

If you have any of the symptoms that we have mentioned above, we would suggest you get it checked by a doctor.

What Is The Procedure For Getting A Dental Filling?

Dentists often check the affected area of your tooth. This is because that is suitable for minor in case there is more damage or some other treatment
After that the damage to the ground.
It is prepared for restaurant other tools is damage when using laser on the dental handpiece.
After this is done, the feeling is applied to the area to fill the cavity.
That I will depend on the case after that the finish to the smallest.

What Happens If You Don’t Get Your Dental Fillings Done?

In case you notice any symptoms that you have, do get it checked. If you don’t get the treatment done in time, then there is a probability of you getting a root canal or your entire tooth will be removed.

It is also a slight chance of resection becoming given as the normal things in your teeth are connected to the rest of your body.

Types of Dental Fillings

There are various types of dental fillings that we do here at Bhatia Dental Care. Which type of filling will be used depends on the condition of how much the tooth is decayed and also other factors, like a patient can be allergic to some kind of material.

Metal Fillings

This is the oldest type of filling that is used in dentistry and it is long-lasting. In this type of filling, we put comparatively inexpensive silver in the tooth. Gold is a preferred choice for a lot of people even though it is more expensive. This type of filling is generally considered good because it lasts long from 10 to 15 years.

Amalgam Fillings

These are the most widely used dental fillings by dentists today. Since they are made of several different metals, they have the highest strength and flexibility making them easy to use without causing much pain.

Composite Fillings

Composite fillings make your teeth look the same color as they were before. These are preferred by people who do not want that filling of seen by other people. It is generally recommended and suitable for front teeth. It bonds really well with the structure of the tooth. We also use the composite filling for a chipped tooth. However, it doesn’t last as long as metal or amalgam filling and it also wears off with time which means that you have to come in for maintenance every once in a while.

Porcelain or Ceramic Filling

This filling is best suited for people who have aesthetic concerns. If you want it to look good this is what is recommended by us as well. These kinds of fillings cover almost all of the tooth and as a result, even if the decay is a lot, it can still go away. This is a long-lasting filling and does not stain or wear off easily.

Post Treatment Care For Dental Filling

Before you start chewing again, please make sure the anesthesia has worn off since you will not know if what you are eating is hard or not.
Don’t eat something too hot or too cold if the anesthesia is still ongoing because it might be very sensitive.
A lot of patients feel soreness around the gum area. However, you don’t have to worry as this will only last for a few days.
You should also try to avoid hard or sticky food.
The use of a mouth guard is recommended for those patients who have a habit of grinding their teeth. This is done to make sure that you’re filling is protected.
If your tooth selfie sensitive after a week or so of the dental fillings being put there or if the dental fillings come out, we recommend that you visit your dentist immediately.
To ensure the long-lasting quality of your dental filling, we recommend maintaining good oral hygiene like cleaning, flossing, or brushing twice a day.

Why Should I Get My Dental Filling Done At Bhatia Dental Care?

At Bhatia dental, we make sure that the latest techniques and treatments are used while treating people for a dental filling. We use state-of-the-art technologies. Our experience in this field is vast and we have always tried to become better by listening to the feedback given to us by past clients.

In case you want to get your dental filling at Bhatia dental, please feel free to contact our team and we will get back to you right away.

FAQ

Q 1. How long a dental filling last?

It depends on what material was used by the dentist. It also depends on the care taken by the patient. The life of a dental filling can last from anywhere between 10 and 20 years

Q 2. Can my dental filling fall off?

The chances of a dental filling coming off your tooth is very rare. But in case there was a problem or complications during the surgery or if there is not taken it may happen.

Q 3. What should I do if my dental filling comes out?

If dental filling comes out don’t do anything yourself or try any home remedies. It is recommended that you visit your dentist as soon as possible.

Q 4. How can I know if my dental filling is loose or needs to be maintained?

In case you feel sensitivity even after some days of getting the filling, it means that your filling might come off. If your tooth aches constantly or you feel pressure, it also means that you should visit your dentist to get the filling checked.