What is Filling
DENTAL FILLING
DENTAL FILLING
What is Tooth Filling?
Filling Treatment It is a method applied to rotten, broken or cracked teeth. Filling Treatment It is the process of filling that tooth in accordance with its normal form and with biocompatible composite materials.
How Tooth Filling Is Done
- X-ray of the area to be filled
- Local anesthesia is performed
- The bruised area is emptied and thoroughly cleaned
- The resulting cavity is filled with biocompatible composite materials in accordance with the normal form of that tooth
- A light machine is used to freeze the filling material
- Final corrections are made and the tooth filling is finalized.
In Which Situations Is Tooth Filling Performed?
- For cracked tooth repair
- Broken teeth
- It is done in those who have cavities on their teeth.
Is There Any Pain During Tooth Filling?
Filling Treatment It is a procedure performed under local anesthesia, the relevant area is anesthetized and the patient does not feel pain.
What Should Be Considered After Tooth Filling?
- Do not eat food while under anesthesia to avoid biting lips and tongue
- The first few days, hot, cold and hard foods should be avoided
- Hard and crusty foods should not be tried to be broken with the filled tooth.
- Oral care should not be neglected (teeth should be brushed twice a day)