Routine Dental Treatments
Fillings
Root canal treatment
Crowns
Onlays
DENTURES
ROUTINE DENTAL TREATMENTS
Routine dental treatments such as fillings and root canal treatments are crucial in preserving dental health.
Fillings are ideal for treating minor cavities and tooth damage, while root canal treatments are necessary for more severe decay or infection. Timely intervention with these treatments can prevent further complications and help maintain a healthy, functional smile.
If you suspect you have a cavity or are experiencing tooth pain, contact your dentist to discuss the best treatment options. Most routine dental treatments are available on the NHS, although some may only be available under certain circumstances.
Fillings
A filling is used to restore the hole left in a tooth after tooth decay is removed. The filling material can be amalgam (metal), composite (tooth-coloured), or glass ionomer (tooth-coloured).
Amalgam is the most commonly used filling material. It is the most durable and best at resisting further tooth decay. Composite filling materials are tooth-coloured and can be bonded to the tooth.
They are becoming increasingly durable and are similar in strength to amalgam fillings. They are particularly useful where the fillings are visible and an aesthetic result is required. They are also very effective in restoring worn teeth without the removal of more tooth substance. They are becoming more popular with patients and dentists.
Glass ionomer fillings are used particular to bond to the root surface of a tooth. They are tooth coloured and can be used as temporary filling materials in certain circumstances. Your dentist will be able to advise of the best filling option for your treatment.
ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
Root canal treatment is required when the nerve inside the tooth dies off. This can be caused by tooth decay, gum infection or trauma resulting in the death of the nerve and the blood supply to the tooth.
If left unchecked, this can cause an abscess on the end of the roots. Commonly the tooth will be painful to biting or temperature changes. The pain can be severe, and advice should be taken from your dentist as soon as possible.
A root filling involves removing the dying nerve from the numb tooth. The tooth is then cleaned, disinfected and sealed to prevent further infection
Once it has been root filled it is sometimes necessary to restore it with a crown or inlay to strengthen the tooth. Your dentist will be able to advise you of the best option.
CROWNS
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ONLAYS
For more information on onlays and inlays, offered as a restorative dental treatment at Torrington Dental Practice, visit the link below:
DENTURES
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