Ceramic fillings are aesthetic filling materials used to repair decayed, cracked, or damaged areas of teeth. They provide an aesthetic appearance as they match the natural tooth color.
The ceramic filling process generally includes these steps:
* Preparation: The dentist cleans and prepares the decayed or damaged tooth area. Old fillings or decayed material is removed, and the tooth is properly shaped.
* Impression Taking: The dentist takes impressions of the prepared tooth area and sends them to a dental laboratory. A custom ceramic filling is then manufactured to fit the patient’s dental structure.
* Temporary Filling: During the ceramic filling fabrication process, a temporary filling may be placed on the tooth to protect sensitive areas and provide an aesthetic look.
* Placement: Once the ceramic filling is ready, the dentist bonds it to the patient’s tooth. The ceramic filling is custom-designed to fit the tooth and adheres to it using adhesive materials. Ceramic fillings offer both aesthetic and functional benefits.