Fillings to improve your smile
Fillings are restorative treatments, which are used to make the teeth stronger. It is very common to need fillings as the teeth can get weaker over the course of time. You can reduce the risk of needing fillings by making sure you brush your teeth at least twice a day and using mouthwash and dental floss on a regular basis.
Fillings can be used to fill cavities, which are small holes which form in the teeth; if the cavity is too big for a filling and the tooth is severely decayed, it may be necessary to have cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/articles/root-canal.html treatment and a new crown.
Fillings are fitted by cleaning out the cavity to ensure all the bacteria and decayed tissue is removed and then filling the hole with restorative material; this material is soft so it can fill the cavity properly but it hardens with the help of an intensive blue light. White fillings are not available on the NHS but many people choose to pay extra for them because they are not visible when you open your mouth. The cost of treatment varies according to which dentist you go to; dentists in Dublin often charge more than in other parts of the country but you should research this before you choose where to go; you can find information about all aspects of dentistry, from treatments and prices to dental practice sales and local emergency dental services, on the internet.