What Is a Dental Filling? Why Do I need a Dental Filling?
A dental filling is the process of filling a tooth cavity with filling material after the tooth has been cleaned of decay.
Situations in which dental fillings are used:
In a tooth where there is decay.
In cases where a previous filling has fallen out and worn away.
A filling is placed in the case of a cracked or fractured tooth.
How Are Dental Fillings Performed? What Are the Different Types of Dental Fillings?
First, the decayed tooth is cleaned.
Local anesthesia is applied.
After cleaning, the filling process begins.
The filling material is selected according to the color of the patient's tooth.
The most common types of dental fillings are:
Composite fillings
Composite fillings are one of the most preferred types of fillings due to their natural appearance and low cost.
They have a lifespan of 3 to 10 years, depending on the tooth they are placed on and the individual's tooth structure.
Porcelain fillings
Porcelain fillings are advantageous in that they do not discolor or stain.
Their cost is higher than composite fillings.
Porcelain fillings are also called inlays, which are prepared according to the structure of the mouth and the color of the patient's teeth.
Amalgam fillings
This type of filling is not particularly popular. It is also known as a silver filling.
It is made from a mixture of different elements such as mercury, silver, tin, and copper.
This type of filling is often used in side teeth because of its resistance to chewing.
Dental Fillings at Panoramik Dental Clinic
Panoramik Dental Clinic, provides dental filling services in all its branches in Antalya with expert doctors and experienced staff.
For a successful filling treatment, proper diagnosis is the main factor.
To get more accurate information about the prices and treatment process, you need to make an appointment with the doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dental filling is the process of restructuring damaged teeth and making them look healthy.
A tooth filling is done depending on the size of the decay present in the tooth. If the decay has descended to the roots of the tooth, the root canal treatment is done first, followed by a filling.
Depending on the type of filling, the lifespan of the filling also differs. While composite fillings last from 7 to 10 years, amalgam fillings can last up to 20 years.
After a filling, pain and sensitivity that can last up to 12 hours is normal for a treated tooth. In this case, the patient may use whatever pain reliever the doctor deems appropriate. If the pain does not go away after 12 hours, but gets worse, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
If the filling was done under anesthesia, it is not recommended to eat before the anesthesia has passed. There is a possibility of biting your lip or tongue. The effect of anesthesia lasts about 3 hours after the procedures used for the upper jaw and up to 4-5 hours for the teeth on the side of the lower jaw.
Teeth filling in Turkey is much cheaper than in other countries. Treatment is carried out by experienced dental specialists. The main principle in the work of our doctors is to maximize patient satisfaction.
At Panoramik Dental Clinic our specialist doctors will plan the dental treatment procedure in such a way that your vacation in Antalya will not be disturbed.
Many factors affect the cost of a dental filling, such as the condition of the patient's teeth, oral health and more. An initial examination is required to get a clear price estimate. You can contact us and book an appointment from the relevant page.