Question 1

What is the purpose of a dental filling?

Accepted Answer

If your tooth has been damaged by decay, the team at Pastel Dental can recommend various types of fillings to restore your tooth&#8217;s integrity, function, and health. The more severe the decay, the more likely it is that you’re suffering from a cavity. Cavities refer to when the enamel has softened and caused a hole to emerge on the surface of your tooth. You may have a cavity if you experience any of the following symptoms:

Continuous and unprovoked toothacheIncreased tooth sensitivityHoles or pits in your teeth								
				
									Cavity fillings allow your dentist to restore the shape of your tooth and eliminate any decay.

Question 2

How is a filling applied?

Accepted Answer

During your appointment at Pastel Dental, your dentist first starts by removing any decay in the affected tooth and cleans out the treatment site using special dental tools. Once the area has been cleaned, your dentist typically fills the cavity space with a tooth-colored filling to seal the area.

Question 3

How do I know which filling material to get?

Accepted Answer

Your dentist can suggest a variety of tooth filling options, including composite resins, porcelain, and amalgam. When you come in for your appointment, your dentist evaluates the following factors before recommending a material:

Location of the cavityTooth functionAmount of decay in the toothYour budgetYour allergies to various substances								
				
									Once your dentist has considered these factors, you can proceed with your cavity-filling treatment.

Question 4

What are the differences in filling materials?

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Each filling material has its own set of advantages:

Composite resins				
				
									Composite resin fillings are designed to match the shade of your natural teeth, so you won’t be able to tell which tooth had a cavity. Composite resin fillings are known to last up to 10 years but can stain over time if not taken care of properly.

Amalgam fillings				
				
									Amalgam fillings are typically made from a combination of metals, including a powder alloy made from silver, tin, copper, and liquid mercury. These types of fillings are the most cost-effective, but they’re also the most visible.

Porcelain				
				
									Porcelain fillings are custom-made and bonded to your teeth. Just like composite resin fillings, porcelain fillings match your natural teeth, but they’re much more effective against stains.

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