Teeth filling under the microscope
A teeth filling is designed to fight the main cause of damage to the enamel - dental caries. The reproduction of bacteria can be counteracted and the shape of the teeth can be restored. Timely visits to the dentist and treatment help to keep the mouth and the whole body healthy.
When is a filling under the microscope necessary?
The tooth is gradually decaying under the influence of bacteria. The integrity of the crown can be restored with a filling. Besides, it prevents reproduction of microorganisms and keeps the tissue intact.
Filling of teeth under a microscope belongs to the advanced and efficient methods. Thanks to the optical magnification, the dentist is able to work even with complicated dental canals. This technology allows for imaging in the correct scale on the computer screen. In this way, the dentist performs all manipulations with high quality. Risks of complications are minimal in case the canals filling under the microscope.
Procedures using a microscope are recommended in such cases:
- inspection and treatment of dental roots;
- examination of poorly filled teeth;
- removal of plaque without traumatising gums and soft tissue;
- cleaning of paradontal canals;
- identification of micro fractures;
- examination of fractures;
- application of fillings in various sizes;
- closing and treatment of root canals;
- Grinding of teeth for orthopaedic systems, veneers;
- insertion of dental prostheses;
- removal of debris from dental instruments;
- restoration of teeth;
- cyst removal.
The microscope allows the doctor to look closely at the structure features and anatomy of the teeth, detect the smallest lesions and detect primary caries or hidden caries in hard-to-reach places. The microscope also enables to see the defects of fillings, microcracks and perforations, root damage.
Working with a microscope can often help to avoid tooth extraction. Early recognition of problems and treatment is much more effective.
Peculiarities of the tooth filling process
The dentist determines the type of filling needed based on the extent of caries damage.
Teeth can be filled in one or two stages.
Two-stage treatment is used in cases of deep decay or pulpitis. First, the doctor will apply a temporary healing material and close it to prevent food from getting into the cavity and re-infection. A permanent filling will then be placed.
A permanent filling can also be applied immediately:
- restoration of a tooth after an injury, if there are no irregularities and problems in the inner cavity;
- treatment of tooth decay without complications in one stage.
Modern filling materials come in a variety of forms. A doctor decides whether it is advisable to use one or the other.
Photopolymers
One of the most popular and frequently used products in dental clinics.
Suitable for teeth with a small lesion area. Their advantages are the following:
- safety;
- reliability;
- durability;
- possibility of grinding;
- long operational life;
- various shade options;
- lustre.
Today, the photopolymer material approaches the qualities of natural tooth enamel.
Glass ionomer materials
Such fillings are valued for their high hardness values and long-term use.
The advantages of glass ionomer cements are:
- Good adhesion to the bone tissue;
- protection against cavities to the presence of fluoride;
- easy application;
- contrast on the x-rays;
- aesthetic appearance.
It is actively used in orthopaedic dentistry, orthodontics and paediatric dentistry.
Inlay
It is used mainly for restoring and reconstructing teeth when the shape is so damaged that a filling cannot be applied. «Denta Pro» dentists prefer zirconia inlays, which are characterised by their high level of reliability, durability and matching tooth enamel shade.
Stages of filling teeth and canals under the microscope
The microscope is placed between the patient and doctor. The apparatus is placed over the client's head. During treatment, the dentist uses very thin instruments, some needles can be up to 0.1 mm in diameter. Therefore, the microscope greatly simplifies the entire procedure by magnifying the image many times and providing a complete overview.
The staggered division of the procedure at Denta Pro clinic allows for a high-quality execution of all manipulations.
The treatment proceeds as follows:
- preparatory stage - anaesthesia and isolation of the tooth with a cofferdam, setting up the microscope;
- diagnosis - a detailed examination and assessment of the condition of the tooth;
- cleaning - the dentist cleans the root canals with different instruments and cleans them with antiseptic;
- filling - observation under a microscope allows you to check that the cavity is completely filled with material.
Root canals are thin branches that connect the soft tissue of the teeth.
Small vessels and nerve endings are present in them, so deep tooth decay is extremely painful. Treatment may include removal of the tooth nerve under a microscope and then cleaning and filling.
Normally, diagnosis and control of the results was done with X-rays. The advent of the microscope has made it possible to immediately understand the fullness of the root canal with the filling material.
Teeth have different numbers of canals: the anterior ones have one, the lateral ones have up to four. Sometimes they are tortuous and block the view. But thanks to the 40x magnification the doctor can see them all in detail.
Also in cases of substandard treatment, the microscope is indispensable.
The dentist can see and identify what has caused the problem - unoccupied root canals, instrument debris. Re-filling will allow all inaccuracies to be corrected.
Benefits of treatment under the microscope
This procedure has already been tested by time and has received a lot of positive feedback. The main advantage is the ratio of the filling procedure with a microscope price and quality.
The advantages for using this technique are:
- minimal risks of trauma;
- determination of canal structure, direction and shape;
- high accuracy of filling with filling material;
- avoidance of errors - accidental removal of healthy tissues of the tooth;
- Prevention of complications of dental diseases;
- restoration and extension of life of teeth even in difficult situations;
- visualisation of the entire treatment process.
As in most cases, the price of a microscopic root canal filling is determined separately for each patient. It depends on the condition of the teeth and the treatment prescribed by the doctor. Generally speaking, the cost of such a procedure is at an optimal and affordable level considering all the specifics and effectiveness of the method.
