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Tooth Filling Treatment
What is Dental Filling?
Dental Filling is a treatment modality to restore missing tooth structure which could have been a result of decay or trauma. Decay makes tooth hollow. Dental Filling helps to fill this gap and protect it from further decay. A filling is also used to repair broken or cracked tooth and the teeth which wear off due to dental habits like teeth grinding, nail biting etc.
When does one need Dental Filling?
There are various signs and symptoms where fillings can be required. The symptoms could be as below:
- A hole in your tooth
- Dark spots on the tooth
- Dark spots on the tooth
- Chipped or broken tooth
- Sensitivity to hot and cold food and beverage
- Single or multiple cavities
Types of Dental Fillings
Dental Fillings are of various types. The type of filling to be used will depend upon the condition of decay and other factors such as a person being allergic to a material. The different type of fillings available are:
- Metal Filling
- Amalgam Filling
- Porcelain / Ceramic Filling
- Composite Filling
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HOW LONG DOES A DENTAL FILLING?
The longevity of Dental Filling depends upon the material of the filling. It also depends on how well you take care of your filling. The life of Dental Filling varies from 10 years to 20 years.
CAN DENTAL FALLING FALL OFF ?
Yes, but the chances are rare.
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR FILLINGS COME OUT?
Visit your dentist as soon as your Dental Filling comes out.
HOW TO KNOW THAT DENTAL FILLING IS LOOSE?
If you have sensitivity even after getting the filling done, then it is likely that your filling is about to come off. Or if you feel pressure while eating or have a constant toothache then the chances of it coming off is high.
