There are many ways to treat dental caries in four common filling methods, the most common is what we often say “filling”, in fact, “filling” is also divided into several kinds, not as simple as it sounds, in fact, contains a lot of professional knowledge, today to give you a detailed introduction.
The basic process of “silver amalgam filling” for the treatment of dental caries can be divided into two steps: first, the caries and the weak tooth tissue that has lost support are removed, and the cavity is made into a reasonable shape according to certain requirements.
Then it is filled with filling material to restore its natural form and function.
It is suitable for filling the posterior teeth and concealed anterior cavities.
The second method, composite resin filling, is slightly different from the one mentioned above, and is suitable for filling the anterior teeth and posterior cavities that are not subjected to chewing force.
The third method: acid etching photosensitive composite resin filling is similar to the second method, but it needs to be selected according to the indications. It is suitable for many tooth defects, poor retention and covering discolored teeth.
The fourth method: inlay This is also a form of filling, but it is used on a smaller percentage of patients.
Inlay is a prosthesis made of metal or other materials suitable for tooth cavity, inlay in the hole, called inlay;
The cover on the joint is the cover inlay.