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When it comes to the materials that are used to
restore teeth, that have fractured or decayed and
you are looking for a more natural-looking filling,
then a composite resin filling may be a good cho-
ice for you.
the hardening process is complete, the dentist
shapes the composite to fit your tooth. Then the
composite is smoothed and polished to prevent
staining and premature wear.
What is composite filling?
Composite resin is a mixture of plastic and pow-
dered glass that imitates the natural appearance
of the tooth. Composite resin fillings are used to
make cosmetic improvements to your teeth, not
only restore cavity; such as:
• Changing the colour of the teeth.
• Restoring decayed teeth.
• Repairing chipped teeth.
• Closing gaps between the teeth and making
teeth appear more even. The Advantages of Composite
Resin Fillings
Some benefits of tooth-coloured resin fillings are:
• They look more aesthetically pleasing since
they match your natural tooth colour and ap-
pearance.
• They require less drilling, so not as much tooth
structure needs to be removed.
• They harden in seconds.
• They bond to the tooth giving it greater stren-
gth, which helps prevent breaks.
• They can be repaired if damaged.
Application
Surely, you have wondered why is dentist using
light to place your filling. The dentist prepares the
resin and applies it in layers to the tooth. A special
curing light is used to harden each layer. Once If you’re wondering whether a composite resin fil-
ling might be the right choice for you, talk to one
of Mediestetik dentist. They can explain the vari-
ous filling options available and help you decide
what’s best for your particular needs.
teeth
before repair
MDDr. TEREZA FULÍNOVÁ
teeth
before repair
teeth
after a composite
repair
teeth
after a composite
repair
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