Fillings

Around 1774, Alexis Duchâteau created the main porcelain dentures. Be that as it may, these were inclined to chip furthermore had a tendency to show up too white to possibly be persuading. Porcelain molded teeth were put onto gold plates. These were the main dentures that appear to be like cutting edge dentures. They were extremely white in shading, however could

No one likes to hear the news that one of their teeth contains a cavity or is cracked. The general procedure for cavity restoration consists of filling the cleaned tooth with either silver amalgam or white composite, but from time to time a dentist will recommend replacing a damaged tooth with a dental crown. But how do you know if you might need one?

This first cement I’m going to discuss is Glass Ionomer Cement. Glass ionomer cement is one of the most versatile types of cement in the dental field. This is a hybrid type of silicate and polycarboxylate cements. This adheres to the enamel, dentin, and metallic materials. They

Many American adults have dental fillings. They underwent restorative procedures as a means to control the destructive effects of cavities.

Another process called bonding can accomplish some of the same things, but it does not last as long. Material that looks much like the enamel on your teeth is used during a bonding procedure. The material is shaped to the tooth, and when it becomes hard it is polished.

There are many choices of dental filling materials out there that it is hard to choose one.  Dental amalgam has been used in dentistry for more than 150 years.  Most patients would recognize dental amalgam as “silver fillings”.  There is also resin composite filling material that is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and becoming widely used in most dental offices.

Many patients have self -reported claims of health conditions that may be linked to their amalgam fillings that their medical physician could not explain. One of the main factors surrounding dental amalgam has been its mercury content and its damaging effect on health. This paper is to assess risk factors associated with amalgams and what effects do the restorations have on our oral health.

When A Filling Would Take Up More Than Half Of The Visible Tooth: If your dentist notices that a filling would need to be placed around more than half of the bulk area or surface area of the tooth

Chipped, misshapen, or discolored teeth look awful. There’s no need to hide that fact, but likewise, there’s no need to hide your smile. At Hillcrest Family Dentistry, we have a modern but tested technique for covering all the imperfections so your smile is dazzling and beautiful. Want more? Your teeth will be better protected as well. That’s why dental veneers are rapidly becoming one of the go-to cosmetic dentistry procedures for patients with irregular smiles.

The purpose of dental implants is to fill holes in your teeth created by oral surgery procedures, such as a root canal. Dental implants are also used to replace teeth that have been knocked out or that have been rotted out. Most dental implants are matched as closely as possible to the original shape of your tooth in order to keep all your other in the same place and to prevent future damage to your teeth.

You may love the idea of a gold crown on a front tooth while someone else wouldn't even dream of putting gold on a back tooth that's rarely seen. Ultimately, the choice of whether or not to get a gold crown comes down to its appearance. It is probably the best choice for a crown in a back tooth since those teeth are usually out of sight unless you yawn or open your mouth wide. However, when it comes to getting a crown on a front tooth, you will love or hate the idea of getting gold. The good news is other materials are suitable for front-tooth crowns since the front teeth don't grind or chew. Therefore, you could choose a more natural material like porcelain for a front tooth and save the sturdier gold option for the

Dental sealants are most beneficial when applied to the permanent teeth as soon as they grow in. The dental sealants are simply placed on the teeth, and a special light is aimed at the area to harden the material so that it adheres.

If you have a dark highly visible amalgam filling you need to get it replaced with teeth colored composite, porcelain crown can also cover up a badly discolored or decayed tooth.

Our composite resin and ceramic fillings are designed to repair small areas of decay called cavities. Select this option to avoid the eventual need for a crown!

CEREC crowns can be color-matched to your existing teeth for the most natural look. Ceramic crowns also have the same characteristics as tooth enamel.