Question 1

what are composite fillings used for?

Accepted Answer

Filling teeth: Composites are 'composed' of very small particles of quartz dispersed in a resin material. They are usually hardened by a curing light that is shined upon them.
They are tooth colored...As opposed to amalgam (silver) fillings. They are non-metallic.

Question 2

when would fillings need to be replaced?

Accepted Answer

When necessary: When they are worn, have defective margins, broken or fractured.  There is no specific life span for fillings.

Question 3

i think i have a wobbly bonded filling, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See Your dentist: If the filling is loose, you should see your dentist. He or she will remove the old filling and simply place another. If there is any cavity underneath the old filling, it will be removed.

Question 4

why is mung beans so filling?

Accepted Answer

High fiber: It is high in carbohydrates - primarily fiber.  Lots of fiber fills you faster and longer.

Question 5

can cavity fillings be re-done?

Accepted Answer

Tooth fillings: Yes these can easily be re-done. Not a problem. No filling lasts forever.

Question 6

what color are amalgam fillings?

Accepted Answer

Amalgam: Amalgam a fillings are silver in color. Sometimes if they become tarnished they may look black. There are other options available that are tooth colored such as composite material or porcelain.

Question 7

can you get a filling on a crown?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If they had to cut a hole through an existing crown in order to perform a root canal treatment on the tooth, then yes, you could have the crown repaired with a filling presuming that the rest of the crown is in good condition. If the rest of the crown is no longer in good condition, then the entire crown should be replaced.

Question 8

small dot next to filling cavity?

Accepted Answer

Filling: Not sure if you meant before or after you got a filling. There are grooves or pits in a tooth that can pick up stains. It may be involved with a cavity or just more apparent since you had a filling done. It is something that needs a visual examination to be certain.

Question 9

could fillings fall off/break off?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Fillings placed correctly are designed to be serviceable for at least 5 years.

Question 10

can getting a cavity filling hurt?

Accepted Answer

Not if you are numb: If your tooth is numbed up with a local anesthetic, there is nothing to feel. Some small fillings do not require local anesthesia. Everyone has different pain thresholds. Often, "sweet air" alone is sufficient to negate the need for local anesthesia. Discuss this issue with your own dentist.

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