How Do Dentists Fix Cavities?
What is a Dilling? What exactly is a filling? A filling is a procedure used to restore a tooth that has been damaged by decay. A filling consists of material used to fill the hole caused by decay. There are different types of material that may be used to fill the cavity. A few of the materials used are gold, a silver alloy or a porcelain composite that is used to match the shade of the tooth. The type of material used to fill the cavity depends on several factors such as cost, extent of damage to the tooth and position of the tooth. For example, a gold filling can be more expensive or a filling that will match the shade of the tooth would be preferable for the sake of one’s appearance in filling a cavity in a tooth that is in the front of the mouth. These are all factors your dentist will take into consideration when choosing the material to fill a cavity. Filling the Cavity How is a cavity filled? When you visit your dentist for a check up he or she will examine each tooth and may tak
