{"id":2365,"date":"2023-11-13T14:16:38","date_gmt":"2023-11-13T13:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/?p=2365"},"modified":"2023-12-13T08:46:48","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T07:46:48","slug":"dental-filling-that-is-procedure-and-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/en\/empast-dental-que-es-procediment-i-cures\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental filling: what it is, procedure and care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dental filling is one of them <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaalbiol.com\/odontologia-conservadora-clinica-dental-albiol-vilanova\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>most common treatments in dentistry<\/strong><\/a> to treat cavities and restore the health of damaged teeth. Also known as obturation, this <strong>procedure involves removing the affected tooth tissue<\/strong> for the caries and fill the cavity with a dental material. In this article, we will examine what <strong>consists of dental filling,<\/strong> the procedure involved and the care required after it is performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is dental filling?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dental filling is a treatment used by <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaalbiol.com\/tractaments-clinica-dental-albiol-vilanova\/caries-dentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>treat tooth decay<\/strong><\/a> and restore damaged teeth. When a cavity has affected the tooth enamel and has <strong>advanced towards the inside of the tooth<\/strong>, it is necessary to remove the damaged part and fill the resulting cavity with a filling material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"964\" height=\"716\" src=\"https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Empast-dental.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2366\" style=\"width:600px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Empast-dental.png 964w, https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Empast-dental-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Empast-dental-768x570.png 768w, https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Empast-dental-16x12.png 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 964px) 100vw, 964px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental filling procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Evaluation:<\/strong> First, the dentist will evaluate the affected tooth through a visual and radiographic examination to determine the extent of the decay and the need for a filling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>anesthesia<\/strong>: Before starting the procedure, local anesthesia will be administered to numb the area and ensure the patient&#039;s comfort during the treatment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Removal of caries:<\/strong> With the area numb, the dentist will use a dental instrument to remove tooth tissue affected by decay, cleaning the cavity and preparing it for filling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Material selection:<\/strong> The next step is to select the appropriate filling material. Dental fillings can be composed of silver amalgam, composite or ceramic. The dentist will choose the most appropriate material based on the location and size of the cavity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cavity filling<\/strong>: Once the material is selected, the dentist will carefully fill the cavity, making sure that the filling fits perfectly and does not interfere with the patient&#039;s bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fit and polish:<\/strong> After placing the filling, adjustments and polishing will be performed to ensure an optimal aesthetic and functional result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Postoperative recommendations<\/strong>: The dentist will provide instructions for care after the filling, such as avoiding hard or sticky foods and maintaining good oral hygiene.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Care after dental filling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After undergoing a dental filling, it is important to follow the <strong>dentist&#039;s recommendations<\/strong> to ensure adequate recovery and durability of the treatment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Avoid hard or sticky foods:<\/strong> During the first hours after the filling, it is advisable to avoid foods that can exert pressure on the filling or dislodge it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid hot food and drinks<\/strong>: It is advisable to avoid very hot food and drinks until the effect of the anesthesia has worn off to avoid accidental burns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintain good oral hygiene:<\/strong> Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing helps prevent plaque build-up and the formation of new cavities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regular visits to the dentist<\/strong>a: Schedule regular visits to the dentist for regular dental exams and ensure proper filling maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From&#039;<a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaalbiol.com\/nuestro-equipo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>team of dental professionals<\/strong><\/a> at Cl\u00ednica Albiol we want to help you keep your smile. With dental filling, you can recover the functionality and aesthetics of your teeth and enjoy a healthy and radiant smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/clinicadentalalbiol.com\/en\/contact\/\"><strong>contact with us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>L&#8217;empast dental \u00e9s un dels tractaments m\u00e9s comuns en odontologia per tractar les c\u00e0ries i restaurar la salut de les 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