Restoration

It is the way to restore the original shape and function of a decayed tooth. After removing the affected area  the cavity is filled with a restorative material.

 

What is tooth decay?

Carbohydrates serve as food for bacteria in plaque witch produce acids that destroys tooth. Over time, tooth enamel begins to deteriorate below the tooth surface while it remains intact. When this layer disappears, the surface collapses exposing the cavity.
Dental Cavities develop most often  in the fissures of the occlusal surfaces of posterior teeth, between teeth and along the gumline. But no matter where they occur, the best way to detect and treat before they become a more serious problem is through a regular visit to the Dentist / Hygienist for routine consultations.

How to prevent tooth decay?
By brushing after meals and flossing daily; 
Regular dental visits; 
Balanced diet (limiting the consumption of sugars).

 

Esthetic Restorations

Fractured teeth are restored using composite with the color of the remaining teeth. It is used a clear tape to separate the teeth. After the tooth is sculpted the material is hardened by applying a strong blue light.

Sometimes there are two or more spaces between teeth (diastema) (frequent among the upper central incisors). There are several treatment options for closing spaces depending on the case as orthodontic treatment, crowns or composite resin restorations.
The simplest technique is to solve the problem through composite resin restorations, where you can change the shape, contour and position of teeth. This type of restoration has the advantage of not requiring tooth preparation, making it the most conservative option.

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