{"id":1498,"date":"2021-02-19T12:20:29","date_gmt":"2021-02-19T12:20:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentalclinicinwhitefield.com\/blog\/?p=1498"},"modified":"2021-02-19T12:20:29","modified_gmt":"2021-02-19T12:20:29","slug":"what-are-the-different-types-of-dental-filling-options-available-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentalclinicinwhitefield.com\/blog\/what-are-the-different-types-of-dental-filling-options-available-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the different types of dental filling options available in India?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">In India, you can find different options of dental filling materials. Have you ever wondered that your teeth can be filled with different materials? It includes dental filling with porcelain, gold, silver amalgam, plastic, tooth-colored, and glass materials which are referred to as composite resin fillings. While wondering how to get the treatment you should visit the best <\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/dentalclinicinwhitefield.com\/blog\/\">dental clinic<\/a> in Whitefield<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">. The dentist will address your situation in-depth and determine which option will be best for you.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b>Types of Dental Filling<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b>Cast Gold<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<table width=\"624\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"7\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"297\" \/>\n<col width=\"297\" \/> <\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Durability<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Last for 10 to 15 years<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Does not corrode<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Strength <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Can withstand a chewing force<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Aesthetics<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">This option is considered pleasing to the eyes.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b>Are there any drawbacks to this situation?<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">The cost of this type of material is higher as compared to other options. In this option, you need to visit the hospital at least twice. If you are someone who does not prefer colored filling then this is not for you. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b>Silver-fillings (Amalgams)<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<table width=\"624\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"7\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"297\" \/>\n<col width=\"297\" \/> <\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Durability<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Last for 10 to 15 years<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Last for a long time as compared to composite fillings<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Expense<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Budget-friendly option as compared to composite fillings<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Strength<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-family: Roboto, serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Withstand the chewing force<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4 class=\"western\"><a name=\"_cpfvwfatt9c0\"><\/a> <span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: small;\"><b>Are there any drawbacks to this option?<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">This option is not going to match the natural color of the teeth. In this case, more of the tooth structure needs to be destroyed which helps in making large space. The chances of an allergic reaction are 1% and they are rare. These types of filling can create a grayish hue to the surrounding teeth structure.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"western\"><a name=\"_wzkjxy5bzyq7\"><\/a> <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Tooth-colored composite fillings<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<table width=\"624\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"7\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"297\" \/>\n<col width=\"297\" \/> <\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\" height=\"82\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Aesthetics<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">With these types of fillings the color can be closely matched to the existing tooth color.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Makes the perfect option for the front &amp; visible part of the teeth. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Tooth structure bonding<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">These types of fillings are bonded chemically to the tooth which helps in giving the necessary support in the future. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Versatile option<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Suitable for tooth decay<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Suitable for broken teeth<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Suitable for worn teeth<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Suitable for chipped teeth<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr valign=\"top\">\n<td width=\"297\">\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Tooth-sparing preparation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td width=\"297\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">In certain cases, the need of removing tooth structure is less, when removing decay &amp; getting everything done for filling.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b>Are there any drawbacks to these options?<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">These types of fillings will wear out sooner as compared to other options. It lasts for around 5 years. Moreover, they won\u2019t be able to handle the chewing pressure and when used for large cavities. You need to visit the hospital more than once. It can chip the teeth depending on the area. The cost of these fillings is more as compared to amalgams. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><b>Are there other options?<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Ceramics is one of the most often used options as they can withstand the staining and these last for around 15 years as compared to gold fillings. Glass ionomer is made of glass material and acrylic. This option is going to last for around 5 years. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0e101a;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">If you are deliberate about what option to choose or have any second thoughts, then consult our dentist for precise information<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In India, you can find different options of dental filling materials. Have you ever wondered that your teeth can be filled with different materials? It includes dental filling with porcelain, gold, silver amalgam, plastic, tooth-colored, and glass materials which are referred to as composite resin fillings. 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