RESTORATIVE AND ENDODONTICS (DENTAL DISEASES AND TREATMENT)

Conservative treatment in dentistry begins with the dentist’s efforts to prevent tooth decay from developing and extends to treating the decay before it progresses or restoring the lost tooth structure by cleaning the decay. Based on the patient’s medical history (description of his or her complaints and general health) and the diagnosis resulting from the X-rays taken at the patient’s first visit, the dentist chooses between conservative and endodontic treatment. The simplest conservative treatment is recommendations to prevent caries formation. The best known and most common is the restoration of a decayed tooth with the help of filling materials.

To place a filling in the tooth, the tooth structure must be damaged for various reasons (caries, abrasion, color and structure disorders, developmental disorders, trauma, etc.). With the help of the filling, the restoration of the lost aesthetics and function of the natural tooth is aimed. Different materials are used for fillings. Today’s filling materials are composite materials (Aesthetic Filling) and porcelain. While the use of amalgam fillings (silver-containing and silver-colored fillings) is declining today, the use of natural tooth-colored composite and porcelain fillings is increasing.

ROOT CANAL TREATMENT, SYMPTOMS, PROCEDURE DETAILS AND AFTER PROCEDURE

What is Root Canal Treatment?

Root canal treatment is the process of removing and draining damaged tissue or infection on the inside of the tooth. This process is usually performed by cleaning, sterilizing and filling the nerve tissue and canals inside the tooth. In this way, tooth loss is prevented and problems such as pain and infection are eliminated.

Why is it necessary?

Root canal treatment is usually necessary for the following situations:

1. Caries: Advanced cavities can affect the nerve tissue inside the tooth and cause infection.
2. Trauma: Trauma or fractures on the tooth can damage the nerve tissue inside the tooth.
3. Infection: Infections in the tooth root can cause symptoms such as pain and swelling and affect the nerve tissue on the inside of the tooth.

Importance and Advantages

1. Tooth Protection: Root canal treatment prevents tooth loss and preserves the natural tooth.
2. Relief of Pain and Infection: Clearing the infection quickly reduces symptoms such as pain and discomfort.
3. Function and Aesthetics: After treatment, the function and aesthetics of the tooth are regained, so you can easily do your daily activities.
4. Long-Term Solution: When performed correctly, root canal treatment can last for many years and protects your dental health.

Result

Root canal treatment is a critical treatment method for dental health. Cleaning and filling damaged tissue or infection in the tooth protects your tooth and ensures a healthy smile.

TYPES OF DENTAL FILLINGS

What is Composite Filling?

Composite filling is a restorative material used to repair caries or fractures in teeth. These fillings are made from specially formulated composite resins in tooth color and are hardened with a special light after being applied to the tooth surface. In this way, a natural tooth color and aesthetic appearance is achieved.

Why is it necessary?

1. Caries: Decays on the tooth surface can be treated by cleaning the caries and applying fillings.
2. Fractures: Tooth fractures can cause damage to the tooth surface and can be repaired with composite fillings.
3. Aesthetic Corrections: Composite fillings can be used for aesthetic corrections in tooth shape or size.

What are the advantages?

1. Aesthetic Appearance: Composite fillings are aesthetically advantageous as they are formulated in a color close to the natural tooth color.
2. Protective: Protects the health of teeth by repairing cavities and fractures.
3. Less Material Loss: Tooth-colored fillings require removal of less dental material, resulting in a less invasive treatment.
4. Less Sensitivity: It can reduce the sensitivity of the tooth to hot or cold.
5. Fast and Effective: Composite filling treatment can usually be completed in a single session and gives results quickly.

Porcelain Fillers (Inlay, Onlay, Endocrown)

Porcelain fillings are with excellent aesthetics and durability, produced in computer-assisted systems CAD-CAM and a laboratory environment. Compared to composite fillings, they are much more compatible with the tooth they are placed on and the adjacent teeth. After the broken, decayed, or old filling part of the tooth is removed, the remaining healthy part is digitally measured, and fillings with perfect aesthetics and functionality are made using sensitive technology. The most advanced technology is used in producing these porcelain fillings, the healthy tooth tissue in the mouth is not touched, and maximum retention is ensured with minimal material loss. Since they are made of fine pressed porcelain and do not harden in the mouth, the leakage of the margins is minimal. In addition, these ceramics are the materials closest to tooth hardness and are most compatible with the gingiva. Because its hardness is very close to tooth enamel, it does not abrade teeth like other ceramics and does not wear away like composite fillings. Especially if there is a considerable loss of material, a composite filling or a crown (veneer) should be used instead.