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Fillings are used to restore areas of your child's tooth affected by decay. Dr. Pahls uses composite (tooth-colored) materials to "fill in" the surface of the tooth after all decay has been removed. Reasons for Fillings
What Does a Filling Involve?First, Dr. Pahls will answer any questions you or your child may have and will apply anesthetic to the tooth requiring the filling. Then, Dr. Pahls will thoroughly remove the decay that is present and prepare the tooth to successfully bond with the composite material.What Are Tooth Colored (Composite) Fillings?Composite fillings are tooth-colored to blend in with the remaining natural part of the tooth. The term composite refers to the actual filling material, which is a mixture of glass or quartz filler in a resin medium.Composite fillings provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small-to-mid size restorations that need to withstand moderate chewing pressure. Less tooth structure is removed when the dentist prepares the tooth and this may result in a smaller filling than with an amalgam. In addition, composites are "bonded" or attached with adhesive to the tooth often allowing a more conservative repair. Composite fillings require that the tooth be kept clean and dry during the entire filling process, and they are subject to stain and discoloration over time. The life expectancy of a white filling can depend greatly on where it is in your child's mouth and how heavily their teeth come together when they bite. If your child's tooth is sensitive for a week or more it is important to Call Our Office so we can examine the tooth and determine if additional treatment is needed. |
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