Composite Restoration in Jaipur

What is Composite Restoration/Filling?

A Composite Filling is a tooth-colored plastic and glass mixture used to restore decayed/carious teeth. Composites are also used for cosmetic improvements of the smile by changing the color of the teeth or reshaping disfigured teeth.

Dental Composites can be Used for Multiple Treatments

Though we often use composite resin to fill cavities, this dental material can be used in many other dental treatments, including:

• - Minor reshaping of teeth
• - Filling gaps between teeth
• - Placing partial crowns on single teeth
• - Repairing chips in teeth
• - Protecting the root of your tooth, which can be exposed as gums recede
• - Changing the shape of teeth, such as making them look longer
• - Restoring the bite surface of worn-down teeth

Advantages of Composite Restoration:

• 1. Composite fillings can be closely matched to the color of existing teeth.
• 2. Composite micro-mechanically bonds to tooth structure. This strengthens the tooth’s structure and restores its original physical integrity.
• 3. Less healthy tooth needs to be removed for a composite restoration procedure.
• 4. Less-costly and more conservative alternative to Dental Crowns.
• 5. Composite fillings can be used to repair chipped, broken or worn teeth.
• 6. Minor damage to a composite filling can be repaired by adding additional composite.
• 7. Reduced mercury exposure for both patient and dentist.
• 8. Composite Restoration does not corrode.

Disadvantages of Composite:

• 1. Composite shrinkage might cause secondary caries.
• 2. Composite fillings may not last as long as Amalgam fillings under the pressure of chewing.
• 3. Composite can chip off the tooth.