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Tooth Filling

Dental filling is the restoration of decayed, broken or cracked teeth with various materials. It is aimed to restore the functions of teeth that have lost substance. Dental filling is an important treatment method for protecting dental health. Having a dental filling prevents the decayed tooth from progressing further and prevents tooth loss. Dental filling can usually be done in a single session. After the filling procedure, the dentist monitors the patient and checks if the filling is causing any problems. 

What is a Dental Filling? 

Dental filling is a dental treatment method used to repair decayed areas or fractures in the teeth and restore the function of the tooth. During this procedure, the dentist removes the damaged tooth tissue and fills this space with filling material. In addition to restoring the function of the tooth, the filling helps prevent decay and improve the aesthetic appearance of the tooth. 

How is a Dental Filling Done? 

Dental filling is the restoration of decayed, broken or cracked teeth with various materials. It is aimed to restore the functions of teeth that have lost substance. This method, which is applied before the decayed tissue progresses, prevents the tooth from being lost completely. 

As an answer to the question "How is a dental filling done?", it is possible to talk about the following stages in general: 

1. Local anesthesia: The area where the filling will be done is anesthetized by applying local anesthesia. In this way, no pain or discomfort is felt during the procedure. 

2. Dental cleaning: The decayed or damaged tooth tissue is cleaned by the dentist. In this way, the adhesion of the filling material to the healthy tooth tissue is ensured. 

3. Preparation of the filling material: The filling material is prepared by the dentist. 

4. Performing the filling procedure: The filling material is placed in the cleaned tooth cavity and shaped. 

5. Completion of the filling process: The filling material is hardened with a special light. 

The filling process is usually completed in a single session. After the filling process, the dentist monitors the patient and checks if the filling is causing any problems. 

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