Introduction Caries is widespread and almost everyone has had a carious tooth at some time or another. Either in the front or on the large molars – caries attacks and decomposes the hard tooth substance. Thus the bacteria succeed in penetrating further and further into the inside of the tooth. The only way to remove … Tooth filling with cement
Disadvantages The reason why a filling with a cement cannot be counted as a long-term restoration is that it can become brittle more quickly and has a lower abrasion stability. It wears out more quickly and can shatter more easily under high masticatory forces. There is also the disadvantage that it absorbs water, which also … Disadvantages | Tooth filling with cement
Ceramic filling as an alternative In addition to the alternatives mentioned above, such as amalgam or composite, a filling can also be made with ceramic. This is not a filling, but a ceramic inlay, which can also be made of gold. Ceramic has the advantage that it is extremely durable and has a color similar … Ceramic filling as an alternative | Tooth filling with cement
Summary Dental cements can be used not only for fixing a crown, but also for filling teeth. This temporary filling is paid for by the health insurance company, but due to its lower stability it has to be renewed regularly, so longer use is not recommended. Alternatives are composite fillings or inlays made of ceramic … Summary | Tooth filling with cement
