Composite and ceramic filling

COMPOSITE FILLINGS

Composite filling is a material used for repairing damaged or decayed teeth. It is made from resin and fine particles of glass, quartz, or other materials, giving it strength and an aesthetic appearance similar to natural teeth.

Main characteristics and benefits of composite fillings:

MINIMALLY INVASIVE

Unlike amalgam fillings, composite fillings often require the removal of less healthy dental tissue.

ADHESION

Composite materials chemically bond to tooth structure, further strengthening the tooth and reducing the risk of further decay.

AESTHETICS

Composite fillings can be matched to the color of natural teeth, making them nearly invisible. This makes them ideal for repairs on front teeth or visible parts of back teeth.

MULTIFUNCTIONAL

In addition to fillings, composite materials are also used for aesthetic procedures such as repairing fractured teeth, closing gaps between teeth (diastema), and as a material for making veneers.

Process

Removal of decay and damaged tissue

Creation and modeling of the composite filling

Final shaping and polishing to the natural contour of the tooth

Composite fillings are popular due to their aesthetic value, functionality, and relatively simple manufacturing process.

CERAMIC FILLINGS

A ceramic filling is a type of dental filling made from ceramic, a material commonly used for its aesthetics, durability, and strength. Ceramic fillings, also known as ceramic inlays, onlays, or overlays, provide a long-lasting solution for restoring damaged teeth, especially when there is a larger defect that needs to be compensated for by offering quality protection for weakened remaining parts of the tooth.