Tooth Fillings

Deep, chipped teeth, or the loss of part of the tooth tissue can make chewing more uncomfortable and affect the shape of the teeth. In cases where the damaged part of the tooth is not too large, the dentist will perform tooth filling and use a composite to restore the missing tooth. This material is close in color to real teeth and is easy to shape, helping teeth after filling retain a more natural shape.

Restore worn, chipped teeth

Tooth fillings help fill in the missing teeth due to decay or small pieces, thereby restoring the shape of the teeth and limiting food from getting into the defective area. With cavities, the decayed tissue will be cleaned before filling. As for chipped teeth, the doctor will examine the remaining teeth to see the extent of damage and choose the appropriate way to recover.

This method is usually applied when the damaged part of the tooth is not too large and there is still enough tooth tissue to recover. If the tooth has lost more tissue or the damage is deeper, the doctor will consider another method instead of trying to fill the tooth.

Composite is almost the same color as real teeth

For teeth that need to be filled, especially the front teeth, the color of the filling is also paid attention to so as not to create a different feeling from real teeth. Composite has a color close to the natural tooth color, so it can be selected and shaped according to each location that needs to be restored.

After the Tooth fillings, the doctor will adjust the shape and surface of the composite so that the filling is connected to the rest of the tooth. When finished, the teeth retain their natural appearance and it is not easy to recognize the part that has been filled.

Tooth fillings at Vic’s Dental

Before filling, the doctor will examine the teeth to see the extent of the decay, chips, or missing teeth. With deep teeth, the damaged tissue will be cleaned before Tooth fillings. The composite is then inserted into the area to be restored and shaped according to the shape of the tooth. When the filling is complete, the doctor will re-examine the shape and bite, adjust if the filling feels stiff or entangled when biting. With the teeth in a highly visible position, the color and shape of the filling are also processed for a more natural result.

The cost of Tooth fillings at Vic’s Dental is about 300,000 – 700,000 VND/tooth, depending on the location and extent of the damage to the tooth. The doctor will examine and advise specifically before the procedure.

After filling, how should teeth be cared for?

After Tooth fillings, you can still chew and clean your teeth as usual. However, it is recommended to limit the use of filled teeth to bite things that are too hard because it can cause the filling to chip or peel off. Brushing your teeth every day and cleaning between your teeth also helps keep your teeth and fillings cleaner.

At Vic’s Dental, the doctor will guide you on how to take care of your teeth after Tooth fillings and what to keep in mind to limit the impact on the filling during use. However, if you see that the filling is chipped, peeled off, or the tooth feels rough when biting, you should go to the dentist for a check-up again.