Dental restoration is a technique used to reconstruct parts of teeth or complete elements that form part of the oral cavity.
In this post we will tell you what it consists of, what types of restoration currently exist and which are carried out in the clinic and the most optimal materials that we at PHG Dentistry make available to you. People who undergo this type of treatment do so in order to regain their oral health and feel better.
Different Types Of Dental Restoration
Within the dental restoration process there are different types of techniques. These differences, which we detail below, are given by the type of material used and the needs of the patient.
Direct Restorations With Filling Materials
Direct restoration with filling materials such as composite or amalgam are applied directly to the tooth, repairing some areas of it, generally cavities, that have been affected by fractures or cavities.
Indirect Restorations With Materials Such As Ceramic, Porcelain Or Metals
This type of restoration consists of repairing or replacing missing parts or teeth made of materials such as porcelain. This allows the tooth to recover its function while returning the aesthetic part to the user.
Endodontic Restorations
In cases where the patient has cavities or oral problems, the endodontic restoration places a post and a dental crown on the tooth.
Implant-Supported Restorations
In this type of technique, an implant is placed in the area of the patient’s jaw and a crown to replace several teeth. Veneers can also be used to cover gaps between teeth.
In What Situations Should A Dental Restoration Be Performed?
Dental restoration is a technique that should be performed exclusively by dental professionals. The situations in which this technique takes place can be damaged teeth, cavities, fractures, wear, malformations, poorly positioned teeth, etc.
In addition to being used in strictly necessary situations, to promote the patient’s oral health, dental restoration is also performed for aesthetic purposes, such as to improve the appearance of teeth, close spaces between teeth or whiten teeth.
Instruments For Carrying Out Dental Restoration
Depending on the needs of the patient, the clinic professional will need to use a wide variety of dental instruments. Some examples that should be on hand are:
- Probes
- Drills
- X-ray equipment
- Tips
- Tweezers
Composite Restoration
Of all the possible practices used to successfully carry out this treatment, composite restoration is one of those that offer the best results to the patient.
This type of material, considered a key element in processes such as dental filling, is mainly used to fill cavities in teeth that have been affected by caries.
It offers many advantages, such as the possibility of adapting the color to the patient’s enamel, so that it is not noticeable. Another advantage of composite in the field of dental restorations is that, as it is a less invasive product than its main predecessor, amalgam, it is used in most restorative techniques.
Conclusion
Each type of dental restoration is made with a material. Until not long ago, fillings were made with metals (gold and silver). However, nowadays, the trend is towards natural biocompatible dental restoration materials, with practically zero chance of reaction in the patient and long-lasting. Finally, remember that dental restorations have a duration of time. Some present aesthetic changes over time, others wear out after years, and others become dull.
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