TOOTH FILLINGS

Healthy teeth increase self-esteem. However, if the tooth has a hole, a filling becomes necessary.  Then the filling should be done as soon as possible, before the hole grows even further and increasingly damages the tooth.

The dentist will drill a little around the cavity to remove any areas on the tooth that have been affected by decay before the filling. Depending on the depth of the cavity, a local anesthetic may or may not be placed. Amalgam and composite are among the most commonly used filling materials. Amalgam (silver) is harder. It is made of liquid mercury and a mixture of silver, copper and tin. Amalgam is mostly used for fillings that are not visible. For visible fillings, many patients prefer composite fillings in tooth color.

If the cavity is very large, the medulla and root of the tooth may be affected. In this case, root canal treatment is necessary. In addition, inlays or onlays are recommended for large cavities. Some patients avoid amalgam fillings because they emit small amounts of vapor. However, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a U.S. German food and drug agency, these amounts are so small that they do not cause harm.

Complications with dental fillings are very rare. However, there is a residual risk of the filling coming loose. In this case, the procedure must be repeated. There is also a very small risk of nerve damage and infection, as well as injury to the lips and gums due to the lack of pain sensation from the anesthetic. Some patients are allergic to the materials used.

When Are Tooth Fillings Suitable?

Tooth fillings are suitable for tooth damage caused by caries.

Tooth fillings are not suitable for large cavities. In addition, amalgam fillings are not suitable for patients who are allergic to mercury.

Time Required

Patients leave the clinic immediately after the treatment. There is also no need for a follow-up visit. Therefore, the necessary length of stay in Turkey is 1 day.

Before A Tooth Filling

Depending on the location and size of the cavity, a local anesthetic may be placed before the filling is performed. However, most fillings can be done painlessly without anesthesia. While most patients probably don’t need it, dentists also use bite blocks to keep the mouth open during longer procedures.

How Is The Treatment Carried Out?

If the affected part of the jaw has been anesthetized, the dentist removes the parts of the tooth affected by decay, usually with the help of a high-speed drill. Depending on the location of the cavity and the filling material, it is decided what will happen next. Usually it is just a matter of covering the hole with the filling material. After the hole is filled, the material is shaped so that it feels natural to the patient and does not interfere with the bite. Composite fillings are usually consolidated using LEDs.

If the filling is made between two teeth, the dentist places a metal band around the tooth to reinforce the wall. A wedge is placed between the teeth so that the finished filling touches the neighboring tooth, closing the space between them. This prevents food debris from accumulating here.

Duration of treatment: A tooth filling takes between 30 and 60 minutes and requires no or only local anesthesia.

After The Tooth Filling

Patients should avoid chewing on the side with the new filling immediately, as it may come loose. After local anesthesia of part of the jaw and mouth, patients should also avoid hot foods and drinks to reduce the risk of burns. Most patients do not complain of pain after a filling, but increased tooth sensitivity is normal.

Possible Risks

The possible risks of a filling include the filling falling out, damage to the nerves, infection, damage to the lips or gums, and allergic reaction to materials used.

Cost Of A Tooth Filling In Istanbul

The cost of a dental filling at Rgnetic in Turkey starts at 45 euros. The final cost is influenced by the choice of the material used and the extent of the treatment.

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