{"id":98,"date":"2016-12-19T15:01:23","date_gmt":"2016-12-19T20:01:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/drjim.webemissary.com\/?page_id=98"},"modified":"2018-09-20T04:21:47","modified_gmt":"2018-09-20T08:21:47","slug":"restoration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/drjimdental.com\/restoration\/","title":{"rendered":"Restoration"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tooth restoration is a very common practice in the dental industry. Restoration involves filling cavities, crown and bridge work or molding dentures.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Decay Restoration<\/h2>\n

Decay restoration is more commonly referred to as “filling a cavity”. Cavities occur when the enamel and integrity of the tooth begins to decay. Decay will expose the inner pulp of the tooth which can lead to extreme discomfort. A filling is used to replace the missing part of the tooth caused by the decay.<\/p>\n

Plastic vs Metal Fillings<\/h3>\n

There are two very common types of fillings you are probably aware of: composite (plastic resin) and amalgam (metal).<\/p>\n

Plastic composite (white) fillings are popular because they can be nearly invisible.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Amalgam restorations are available for use where complete isolation of the tooth can not be achieved, for example, below gum lines. Amalgam restorations are still a great option for our advanced age patients who experience dry mouth (xerostomia) as the silver in the restoration helps prevent new cavities around the restoration.<\/p>\n

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