A White Filling is a composite solution to a cosmetic problem, the problems it solves are varied, says a Kirby dentist. They range from teeth damaged by excessive wear caused by tooth grinding, to chipped, cracked and teeth that have had work done on them. It comprises of chemicals that range from plastic to glass and silicone, which makes the hardened end product very workable and hard wearing. It is mixed up by the dentist and applied as a thick liquid initially; this is then subjected to a light system that hardens each layer before the next is applied. Using a layer process will allow the dentist to work the material quicker and build up a thicker top that is sterile and final. It takes longer to build up the filling than a silver filling and as the dentist will grind, shape and polish it to make it look more natural, it is also more expensive than conventional methods that use normal fillings. The fact to remember is that the filling will look like a natural tooth, and you won`t see any dark material to suggest a filling has taken place. A composite white filling will last the patient around 6-10 years, the colour is matched to surrounding teeth and the chemicals used are subject to staining, much like your natural teeth. To avoid discolouration the patient should avoid such luxuries as red wine, coffee and tea, although white wine is O.K. in moderation of course. A special coating can be applied to make them more colour resistant and your dentist will be able to advise you on that.
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White Fillings explained by a Kirby dentist
Wednesday, October 20th, 2010Bootle Dentists Recommend White Fillings Over Amalgam Fillings
Saturday, April 4th, 2009
Gone are the days when you have to endure unsightly metal fillings for cavity repair. Now Bootle white fillings are available which are hailed to give any individual a natural looking-smile.
Most dental patient would prefer white fillings over amalgam fillings because the former are mercury-free. Amalgam fillings contain mercury which is viewed as toxic for the body. Aside from the fact that white fillings represent a more advanced technology, it also carries several advantages:
• They restore the original strength of your tooth because they bond to the teeth. In contrast amalgam weakens the tooth and makes it susceptible to breaking. White fillings may be expensive initially but the cost is worth it in the long run.
• They restore the natural look of your tooth.
• They are mercury-free.
• White fillings make the restored teeth less sensitive to cold and hot.
• Only a small tooth structure is required for removal during white filling procedure. For new cavity repair, only a small hole is made for the white filling.
Procedure:
White fillings procedure involves the numbing of the area, preparing the tooth for restoration and removing of decay. The dentist will then fill the cavity with white fillings. After the fillings have been cured, they will be shaped and smoothed for comfort and fit.
Something that your Bootle dentists should tell you about white fillings is that they can be weakened by too much alcohol consumption. Premature deterioration of white fillings is noted among individuals who have a habit of drinking large amount of alcoholic beverages on a daily basis.