In the past, dental patients were limited in their filling options to just silver amalgam. This filler has been used to restore tooth decay since the very beginning of the dentistry profession. While there are some opponents of amalgam, due to the possible environmental and health issues, people are mainly shifting away from this option because they want aesthetic options. Some people prefer ceramic, since they are nigh invisible. The downside is that these kinds of fillings may not be covered by insurance. The happy medium between the two is composite fillings. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they are more affordable. You can learn more about composite fillings at: dentaloasisofoc.com/general-dentistry/fillings/ However, even though each filling option has its pros and cons in regards to price, durability, etc., nothing can beat the natural structure of enamel. In fact, some patients may want to remove some of their old amalgam fillings, but their dentists may recommend that they don't since the removal may necessitate the removal of some enamel also. If patients can, they should try not to rely on fillings to fix their problems, but try to work on preventative care. Lori Roniger--an editor for a dental site--says that there are options that can increase the effectiveness of preventative care:
Although sealants are mainly recommended for children, if they are so effective at reducing caries, then why shouldn't adults get them as well? In the meantime, this study shows that keeping good oral hygiene is the easiest method at your disposal to avoid caries and the need for fillings. And even if a patient has fillings to repair a cavity, that doesn't mean that the filling acts as a barrier (like sealants). There could even be future decay in the same tooth . . . which brings us to the question: besides fillings, will there ever be other options to help decay if preventative measures fail? According to one study, the answer is yes:
Even though this kind of technology to repair tooth damage may not be around immediately, it is pretty nice to know that patients won't always need to weigh the pros and cons of filling materials. And if a patient does all they can to prevent decay and it still happens, it's nice to know that dentistry will continue to evolve to help people maintain as much of their teeth's integrity as possible. The Pros and Cons of Fillings: Will They Be Used in the Future? was originally seen on: Dental Oasis Dental Blog Dental Oasis Of Orange County 7777 Edinger Ave #232 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 894-7700 [email protected] Google My Business Listing Google Map Directions to our office Yelp Page via Blogger The Pros and Cons of Fillings: Will They Be Used in the Future?
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