How long can a cavity filling last?

Tooth decay is a common oral disease. For the treatment of tooth decay, the most commonly used method is filling. Cavity fillings Cavity fillings are mainly based on the degree of tooth decay and caries, and different treatment methods are selected. At present, filling fillings and inlay fillings are mainly used. Different filling methods have an impact on the effect and service life after restoration. Generally speaking, the edge of the inlay filling is more complete and tighter, and the filling material is less likely to fall off, so the use time is relatively longer. In addition, the maintenance of the oral cavity after the filling of the patient will also affect the service life of the filling. Some patients have poor oral hygiene after filling their teeth, resulting in secondary caries at the filling position. In this case, it is necessary to pull out the previously filled material, remove the necrotic material and caries, and re-fill the tooth. There are also patients who allow the patient to chew hard food just after filling the tooth, causing the filling material to collapse. In this case, it also needs to be repaired again. In addition to the patient’s own factors, the choice of filling materials and the technical level of the doctor will have an impact on the service life of the filling. Therefore, it is best to go to a regular professional medical institution, find a doctor with good skills and rich clinical experience for filling, and be sure to choose a good filling material for you.