General Dentistry Dubai | 11 August 2021
While many of us probably think of our teeth as being endlessly durable and low-maintenance, it’s still possible to damage them, or sustain wear and tear over time. In some occasions, the wear or damage may be severe enough that your dentist recommends a filling, to restore a damaged tooth and prevent any further issues.
Potential reasons for needing a dental filling may include:
Tooth decay
This is the most common reason for needing a filling. Tooth decay occurs when dental plaque builds up and turns sugars in the mouth into acid, which then damages your teeth. Fillings are often required if tooth decay progresses to the point of causing holes in the teeth (cavities).
Acid erosion
Acids in the mouth from an acidic diet or conditions like acid reflux can damage your tooth enamel and leave you needing a filling.
Injury
If you’ve suffered a chipped or broken tooth, your dentist may be able to repair it with a filling.
What Is A Temporary Dental Filling?
If your dentist tells you that you need a filling, you will eventually need a permanent one. However, in some cases, your dentist may first administer a temporary tooth filling. This will be removed at a later date and replaced with a permanent filling by your dentist. Temporary tooth fillings differ from permanent fillings in several ways:
Durability
Temporary fillings aren’t designed to last as long as permanent fillings, so you should always keep your follow-up appointment with your dentist to have a temporary filling exchanged for a permanent one.
Appearance
Temporary tooth fillings are designed not to match your teeth, so your dentist can easily identify them when it’s time to remove and replace them with a permanent filling.
Aftercare
Because temporary fillings are more fragile than permanent fillings, you have to be more careful with them (for example when brushing and flossing your teeth).
At LCAS, we provide preventative and general dentistry services to families throughout Dubai. As a general dentist, we have numerous ways to prevent health problems and to treat them quickly if they occur. Dr. Matteo Bignamini, General & Cosmetic Dentist DDS (Italy) is an Italian dentist with over 17 years of private practice experience in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry.
General Dentistry Dubai | 11 August 2021