Dental Fillings

Types of Dental Fillings

Only a dentist can recommend the most suitable type considering the extent of damage done to your tooth. Some of the common filling materials used for the treatment are;

• Amalgam Fillings They are a combination of metals like silver, mercury, tin, and copper, which makes them strong and hard-wearing. However, they are avoided due to mercury, which is harmful to health.
• Gold Fillings They are quite durable and custom-made but more expensive. Also, they are not aesthetically suitable. Only two visits are required to get it done.
• Ceramic Fillings They are composed of porcelain and are custom-made. As compared to gold fillings, they are cheap and aesthetic dental fillings. It is hard to differentiate them from the tooth.
• Composite Fillings They are a mixture of resin and silica, giving a natural look due to their white color. In the majority of the cases, a composite filling is used because of its durability.
• Glass Ionomer Fillings Such fillings are tooth-colored and are made up of glass components and acrylic. They are used in specific cases when other fillings are not suitable.

Benefits of Dental Fillings

The dental gap filling treatment has the following benefits for people with a decayed, broken, or cracked tooth.

• Restores the shape and function of a tooth, thus improving the dental structure.
• Ceases the decay and protects the tooth from further damage.
• It is a quick treatment that can be completed in just two visits.
• It has minimal side effects and has no downtime.
• There are no chances of allergic reactions.

Who are the Candidates?

Anybody with the following dental issues can be a good candidate for dental fillings in Dubai.

• If you have a severely infected tooth.
• If you have mild to moderate tooth decay.
• You had a dental filling previously but you want to replace it.

How is the Treatment Performed?

• The tooth to be treated is examined, and the x-ray is done to determine the extent of the damage.
• Local anesthesia might be used to numb the tooth.
• After this, the dentist will remove the decayed tooth structure and clean the affected area by using a drill, laser, or air abrasion.
• Once the tooth is completely clean and ready for filling, the dentist will place the safest dental filling material into the tooth carefully in the form of layers.
• A special light can also be used to cure the filling, and when the filling is in place, all the excess material is trimmed off.
• As a result, the tooth gets its original shape, and in the end, the filling is polished for a smoother tooth-like feel.

Dental Filling Cost in Dubai

The cost of dental fillings differs from patient to patient because it depends on variable factors. These factors include the type of filling being used, the condition of the tooth, expertise of the dentist, and the location of the clinic. The average starting cost of dental filling is AED 200 and can vary depending upon the type of filling. It is better to ask the dentist about the exact cost which matches your condition.