AESTHETIC FILLERS
What is aesthetic filling?
Aesthetic filling is the process of changing the shape of the anterior region teeth using filling material and providing a more beautiful smile. The material used is composite. This procedure is also known as bonding procedure among the public.
Who can receive aesthetic fillings?
In the front teeth
*Tooth decay
*Tooth fractures
*Gaps between teeth
*It can be successfully applied in people with coloration or staining.
What are the advantages of aesthetic fillings?
Aesthetic fillings do not require abrasion on the tooth surface if there is no decay in the teeth. Filling material is applied by gluing or injecting it into the tooth
*The process is completed in 1 or 2 sessions
*Aesthetic harmony with neighboring teeth is good.
*It helps to increase the strength of the tooth by forming a protective layer on the teeth.
How to care for aesthetic fillings?
Aesthetic fillings should be polished in routine dental care to prevent discoloration over time. This period varies according to the person.
Avoiding excessive consumption of coloring beverages such as coffee and tea reduces the need for polishing.
For which age group are aesthetic fillings suitable?
It can be applied to patients of all age groups.
Should I prefer aesthetic filling or porcelain lamina?
It is important to pay attention to some factors when choosing between aesthetic fillers and porcelain lamina.
Treatment goal: First of all, it is important to determine which problem you want to correct. While aesthetic fillings are usually used to improve the shape, size and color of teeth, porcelain laminates can provide more comprehensive corrections.
* Durability: Cosmetic fillings are long-lasting, but porcelain veneers are more durable and do not discolor
Naturalness: Both are made using materials that are compatible with tooth structure, but porcelain veneers can provide a more natural and real tooth-like appearance.