Dental diseases can lead to caries, causing their destruction, the formation of holes, bad breath and sometimes extremely painful sensations. The problem is very common. Dentists are able to fill a tooth at almost any stage of the disease, but the sooner a person seeks help, the easier and cheaper the treatment costs. We will figure out how to put a seal, as well as how much this procedure costs.
The most famous material is cement.
The cheapest base for filling holes in the teeth, with a high degree of adhesion, but over time it can begin to crumble and wear out. In addition, the material is very different in color from enamel, so it is very noticeable. Typically, this method of filling is used in municipal hospitals with low funding. Of course, the choice is left to the client, which seal to put.
Cement fillings are divided into several types, depending on the additional components:
- with the addition of phosphates - phosphoric acid, oxides of magnesium and zinc, usually serve as a gasket for the placed crowns and prostheses;
- silicate-containing - a combination of aluminosilicates with phosphoric acid, forming a glass, protects teeth from repeated caries, but is a burn hazard for the mucosa and pulp;
- glass ionomer seals of a more modern design are the safest.
How to put a seal? This issue will be considered below.
Amalgam alloy
A tin and mercury alloy seal is very durable, but not at all aesthetically pleasing. The metallic luster in the mouth is very prominent against the background of the teeth. Moreover, the tooth itself may after a while take a grayish tint of metal. In addition, amalgam fillings are hard. To close up small holes with them, you will have to deepen and drill them, touching and healthy areas.
After installing the amalgam seal, it will be necessary to observe the temperature regime of food and drink - hot and cold products will need to be excluded, because from sudden changes the material can expand and contract, contributing to damage to the enamel and the formation of cracks on it.
Some doctors believe that mercury vapor can be released from the alloy, poisoning the body, but this statement has no scientific justification.
The use of polymers and composite materials
How to put a seal made of polymer and composite materials?
Polymer fillings attach very well to the teeth, do not fall out, serve for at least 5 years, and with a careful attitude, perhaps longer. But they are not without flaws:
- the installation and processing process takes a lot of time and requires painstaking work of the dentist, as the material is quite soft and pliable;
- during operation, they sag and deform, shrinking and forming a cavity at the place of the seal;
- under the influence of external factors, the shade changes to a darker one, which looks like a stain on a tooth;
- may be damaged by eating solid, sticky or sticky foods.
Nevertheless, such fillings are also placed, due to their low cost and a fairly close shade to the color of enamel.
The following materials for the manufacture of seals are distinguished:
- Plastic.
- Acrylic. At the moment, there is a widespread rejection of it, since acrylic compounds are toxic and can negatively affect the state of the body.
- Epoxy resin It is easiest to install, but darkens the fastest, and in shades of brown.
How much does it cost to put a seal from these materials? About it below.
Ceramics as a material of choice in dentistry
Perhaps one of the leading materials for the manufacture of fillings is ceramics. The following characteristics of ceramic fillings are noted:
- Hardness and wear resistance. With such a seal, you can calmly continue to lead your usual life with a normal diet - ceramics can withstand the load, will not wear off, will not sag and will not crumble. Temperature differences on it also will not affect.
- The shade is ideal for the natural color of the enamel, which allows you to put a virtually invisible seal.
- Safety and ease of use. Ceramics does not give toxic fumes, easily takes the desired shape, perfectly filling the hole in the tooth.
Here is a classification of filling materials.
In addition to clean, dentists often use mixed types of fillings - cermets, color composites and polymers combined with cement. All of them serve not too long, but also have the right to use, in particular, fillings of different colors are often put on children's milk teeth in order to amuse the child.
How to put a seal?
After the examination, the doctor most often puts an anesthetic injection to reduce the sensitivity of the tissues, and then with the help of a drill removes the affected areas of the tooth. After that, antiseptic and antibacterial treatment of the resulting cavity is performed, which is then dried and, if necessary, a gasket is laid in it for treatment or isolation of the nerve.
The next step will be to make a seal as close as possible to the shape of the hole. A hole is filled with material, drying, cleaning and grinding is performed until the patient is not disturbed by chewing movements. Now many clinics prefer to use materials that harden almost instantly under the influence of light. It is very convenient and fast. Here's how to fill your teeth.
If the nerve fibers are damaged, the tooth cannot be saved alive. The doctor will carefully remove the nerve and seal the root canal to prevent infection and the development of inflammatory processes up to sepsis. For this, special materials and medicines are used.
Do milk teeth fill?
Of course, yes. Timely treatment started guarantees the health of future molars. The manipulation is almost no different from the filling of adult teeth, in addition to the fact that children have temporary fillings, since the teeth will soon fall out.
Materials that allow you to choose the color of the fillings help babies to remain calm in the doctor’s office, and the latest anesthetics and light-curing substances technologies make the process quick and painless.
Sometimes it is necessary to use a medical sleep if the child is scared to such an extent that it is not possible to fill. This is a safe method that helps the doctor and the child in such cases.
So, how much does it cost to put a seal? This question excites many.
Cost of treatment
Of course, filling a tooth is not too expensive, but the price will depend on the materials, anesthesia, dentist qualifications, the amount of additional work, and the city in which the clinic is located.
On average, prices in Moscow are approximately the following:
- superficial caries - 1500-2000 rubles .;
- average degree - 2500-3000 rubles;
- deep tissue damage - 3000-4000 rubles.
In economy-class clinics and city clinics, the cost can be lower, and in private medical centers - much higher.
We examined in detail how the teeth are filled. If everything is done in a timely manner and does not start the process too much, the procedure for filling the teeth will not cause discomfort and there will be no consignment note.