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How to Make Dental Fillings Last Longer?
Some parts of this article are taken directly from our Tooth Decay Masterclass. Dental fillings are used to fill a tooth after a cavity (tooth decay) has been removed. Every filling has its estimated lifespan, but you can affect this in many ways (mostly by shortening it), and this is why in this article we will comprehensively describe all the important aspects of fillings durability and lifespan. 1. Types of fillings These days there are three most common types of dental fillings or restorations, each having a different estimated lifespan: Composite resins (so-called white fillings), longevity studies: [1], [2] – they are made from mix of acrylic and ceramic resins…
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Dental Fillings – do I Need One? Types, Questions and Answers
You asked us many questions regarding dental fillings – what are they, when do you need one, and what to expect after having such a procedure done. That is why we have prepared detailed answers to all of your questions asked so far! If you have a different question that’s not answered below please leave it in the comments section and we will respond as soon as we read it! What is tooth filling? A tooth filling is a dental procedure in which a dentist fills a cavity in a tooth. A cavity is a hole that forms in the tooth when the tooth enamel breaks down and bacteria infect…
