Fillings are made of different materials and put in gear or in the vicinity.Silver amalgam fillings are the most widely used for back teeth, because it is very strong and the color is not visible from the outside. Silver amalgam is relatively inexpensive and last up to 14 years.
Gold fillings are more expensive, but more powerful and can be used on a very large caries.
Mixture of resin and porcelain are used for front teeth, because the color is close to the color of teeth, so not too visible from the outside. This material is more expensive than silver amalgam and not durable, especially on back teeth used for chewing.
A glass ionomer fillings with the same color as teeth. This material is formulated to release fluoride, which gives an advantage over the people who tend to decay at the gum line.
Glass ionomer is also used to replace the damaged area due to excessive tooth brushing.
If the decay spreads to the pulp, the only way to relieve pain is to remove the pulp by root canal (endodontic) or pulling teeth.
Back teeth that have undergone root canal treatment should be protected by a crown, which will replace the entire surface to chew.
Restoration method for front teeth that have undergone root canal treatment depends on the number of remaining teeth.
Sometimes fever, headache and swelling of the jaw, floor of the mouth or throat, within 1-2 weeks after root canal treatment.
If a tooth is removed, should be replaced immediately. If not, the next gear position will change and disrupt the process of biting.
