Dental fillings are a common procedure that are performed in order to restore damaged teeth to full function. Fillings involve removal of decayed material from within the tooth, thorough cleaning of the cavity and then filling it with any one of several materials including composite resin, Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC), amalgam or porcelain. The best material for your needs will depend on many factors including size and shape of the cavity, location in the mouth, cosmetic considerations, cost preferences, and oral environment (e.g. dry mouth)
Composite resin is a plastic-based tooth coloured filling material that has been used in dentistry for decades. These materials are constantly being researched and upgraded, and their colour, durability, and tooth bonding strength has vastly improved in recent times.
Composite resin is available in a wide range of shades and can be closely matched to the natural colour of your teeth. It is bonded onto the tooth using a series of strong adhesive agents. During placement, the resin has a soft putty-like consistency so that it can be precisely sculpted and moulded. Once it’s in place, the filling is rapidly hardened by a blue light which sets the filling to full strength in a matter of seconds.
Composite resin can be used to fill both front and back teeth.
Servicing the locals of Ivanhoe, Bulleen, Heidelberg and beyond, we offer comprehensive cosmetic and general dentistry under the same roof. We accept payment plans (such as Denticare) and after-hours appointments for your added convenience.
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