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Tooth fillings or dental fillings are the most common practice to repair teeth that have been damaged by decay. Today there are many filling options, from the natural color of the tooth to the silver color, you can choose what will look best in your mouth. Dental fillings help restore the shape, function, and aesthetics of a damaged or decayed tooth. When you have a dental filling, you should take special care with it in the short and long term. If you care about your oral health properly, you can minimize the risk of more cavities and prevent the fillings you currently have.

Who Is This For?

Individuals who have tooth cavity, tooth decay or damaged tooth surface

Treatment Duration

30-60 Minutes

Potential Risks & Side Effects

Pain
Tooth sensitivity
Tenderness in the gums
Loose fillings
Infection
Allergic reaction
Nerve damage

Recovery Time

2 weeks

Success Rate

95%

Alternative Treatments

Composite filling
Porcelain inlay or Onlays
Dental crown

How Does It Work?

It is a treatment aimed to eliminate tooth decay to preserve the health of the affected tooth. Therefore, the dentist must treat the damaged part of the tooth to prevent tooth decay from spreading to the root of the tooth. This will cause a “hole” in the tooth that will have to be filled so that the patient can eat and smile normally.

What Does a Tooth Filling Involve?

1. Consultation for Tooth Filling

Your treatment process begins with an online consultation. Our experts listen to your complaints and your expectations; They will inform you about whether you need a tooth filling or any other/additional treatments. It is important to share all your medical information that may be useful at this stage.

2. Planning Your Trip and Choosing the Clinic

At this second stage, we will offer a list of dental clinics or dentists that meet the criteria you provide us. You will then examine all of them and select one of them. Depending on your choice, we start planning your trip and the entire treatment process. You may need to stay in the city you choose for your dental filling procedure for 2-3 days on average.

3. Final Consultation with Your Dentist

When you arrive at the dental clinic, you will have a consultation with your dentist. The dentist will ask you some questions to try to understand your expectations and concerns and also make you understand what you should expect from your treatment and the potential risks or complications of the procedure. Your dentist and the dental clinic will explain the whole process clearly and try to simulate it as much as possible, in order you to feel ready.

4. Medical Examinations

Before the tooth filling procedure begins, your dentist will conduct physical and blood tests to make sure that you are in acceptable health status for the process. If you have any condition to be treated before the tooth filling process, your dentist will try to eliminate it first.

5. Treatment

The tooth filling is a technique that is used to fill the cavity of a tooth that has been caused by tooth decay or trauma. Before performing any tooth filling, the dentist must ensure that the area is clean and prepared. Some dentists use a spray to refresh the area where they will inject the anesthetic. In this way, the patient will hardly perceive the perforation. After a few minutes, the area will have become numb and will be ready to have the tooth filled. The dentist will use appropriate instruments to remove all decay and deterioration that has occurred. Once the area is cleaned, the tooth can be restored by filling. If the damage has come near the root, the dentist may decide to place a resin material that protects the nerve before.

Once the tooth is prepared, the selected tooth filling material will be placed gradually and a special light will be applied that hardens each layer. When the drying process of all the layers is finished the dentist will remove the excess material until reaching the desired shape, and finally, the piece will be polished so that there is hardly any difference with the rest.

Usually, this entire procedure can be done in one session. However, there are some fillings that once the area has been prepared are not placed immediately, they are made in a laboratory.

Occasionally, the patient may notice some sensitivity in the treated area. This sensitivity will disappear in a few days. If this does not occur, it is best to go to the dentist again to evaluate if there is an additional problem.

Types of Tooth Filling

There are different types of tooth filling, depending on the filling materials used:

Metals: the amalgam of silver, gold, and copper are the most frequent. They are the most durable (up to 30 years) but have the disadvantage of their low aesthetic value since they stand out a lot about the natural color of the teeth. Until recently, mercury was also used, but it has been largely eliminated because of its toxicity.
Resin: they allow to recover the original appearance of the tooth, even in its color. The materials used today are ceramic and plastic (composite). The disadvantage is that despite its aesthetic achievement, the duration of the dental filling is shorter: a maximum of 10 years. They are the ones that are commonly used on the front teeth. These materials are also used to mask tooth defects (differences in size, separation, etc.) and color alterations.

FAQ

What Is A Tooth Decay?

The foods we eat have different degrees of acidity. The little pieces of food remain in our teeth and if we do not remove them immediately, they can affect our dental health. Thus, the enamel of our molars may disappear in some areas. From this moment, we can talk about tooth decay.

How Durable the Tooth Fillings?

Although the average duration of a dental filling is ten years, it will depend largely on the patient's habits. Hence undergoing an annual dental examination is advised, so that before you feel discomfort or have become visible, their replacement must be considered.

What Is the Difference Between Dental Reconstruction (Implants) And Tooth Filling?

The tooth filling is intended to repair small areas of a tooth. However, when tooth decay is very large and has affected a large part of the tooth, a reconstruction will be necessary, which also involves removing the damaged part and restoring the missing tooth.

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Hans, Germany

Apr 2023

I'm extremely pleased with the procedure. The dentist did a fantastic job; my chewing has improved and the missing tooth is no longer noticeable. A job well done!

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Joshua, Germany

Oct 2022

Flymedi is really great company. Had a nice experience planning my dental procedure! The dental team in dentavivo clinic was excellent

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Eduardo, Spain

Oct 2022

I'm thrilled with the results and like my teeth' new look. The clinic was clean and fresh, and the staff were skilled. 10/10

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Kholoud Abdulmajid, Sweden

Aug 2021

It was a bit chaotic for me because there were a lot of things to fix for my trip but thanks to this amazing clinic, they fixed everything for me and not to mention the treatment itself! Pure greatness!

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Dean, Germany

Aug 2021

I had a wonderful experience booking my dental work with Flymedi. I needed a fair amount of work done and was required to visit twice but luckily the clinic was so hygienic and professional that it was a no-brainer to return. The dentist was great, he explained the procedure very clearly and I knew exactly what was going to happen in each session. The procedure itself was totally painless which was a first for me having had bad experiences with dentists in the past so that was really encouraging. I would highly recommend Flymedi's services as they exceeded my expectations (:

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د.عبدالرحمن الشريف, Ukraine

Jun 2021

Yana was an excellent coordinator together with Dr. Gabbar they we taking care for small details from beginning before we arrived and once we arrived we feel like we are at our second home My wife has long problems with her teeth and she feel the difference her with excellent service provided for her with minimal pain and her advice to any ones looking for best center in Ukraine for dental only one option ADONIS is your choice We are all happy as a family to be her in Ukraine and be experienced excellent service from all member in ADONIS THANKS To All ADONIS Dental Member

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George Bileci Malta, Turkey

Nov 2020

A very positive outcome, following my decision to pursue in having dental cosmetic surgery/treatment carried out in Turkey. Excellent advisory skills by Flymedi rep Abud. He was professional, well informed, and followed me up with total attention throughout the whole process. Last but not least, I thank Dr Ahmed Kumsan and his team at Infinity Smiles Dental Clinic for their commitment and professionalism. Highly recommended.

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Alexander Sullivan, United Kingdom

Nov 2020

I was considering several different options, however Abud was by far the most committed and helpful of all the agents I'd been in discussions with. Everything was organised for me and I was guided throughout and if I was feeling apprehensive about anything or had any questions Abud was always on hand to answer my questions and give reassurances. I'm so happy with the results of my operation and I was left overwhelmed by how friendly and supportive everyone was throughout. If you're considering using flymedi then I can honestly say you'll be delighted with the service both before during and after your surgery.

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jetty coster, Turkey

Aug 2019

Nice practice good treatment and service.

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Tahir, Turkmenistan

Apr 2018

Thank you very much to Flymedi, to Ms. Diana Vinogradova - our coordinator, for the excellent, fantastic service organized. It was a pleasure to come to Istanbul several time and have medical treatments.I have no problems and headache during my visits. All procedures, starting from the meeting at the airport and up to my departure were well planned and organized on the high professional base.Let me recommend to all - if you decided to have a medical treatment in Turkey or you need professional med. consultation with regard to this, do not hesitate to apply and contact with Flymedi!!!

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