What is the difference between dental prosthesis and cosmetic fillings?
If you’re looking to repair damage or enhance the cosmetic appearance of your teeth, SAPHIRE DENTAL CLINICS offers various options to restore your confidence in your smile.
But faced with terms like ‘dental prosthesis’ and ‘cosmetic fillings,’ you might feel confused. Don’t worry! This article will simply explain the difference between them, so you can choose the optimal solution for your radiant smile
Dental Prosthesis: Complete replacement for missing teeth
Dental Prosthesis are artificial alternatives for completely missing teeth. They provide you with full restoration of function and aesthetic appearance
Dental Prosthesis encompass various types, here are the main ones:
- Dental Veneers: Thin cosmetic solutions adhered to the front surface of teeth to enhance their appearance. Made from durable materials like porcelain, they are noted for their ability to match natural tooth color.
- Crowns: Cosmetic crowns can be used to cover damaged, discolored, or unevenly colored teeth. hese crowns are made from materials such as porcelain or metals.
- Dental Bridge: Relies on adjacent teeth to the missing teeth as abutments, where several crowns are affixed to replace the missing tooth. Ideal for small to medium gaps.
- Dental Implants: Metal screws surgically implanted into the jawbone, then fitted with abutments or a fixed set of teeth. They provide superior stability and strength, while preserving jawbone health.
When do you resort dental prosthesis ?
- When you lose one or several adjacent teeth.
- Improving speech and chewing.
- Changing tooth color due to discoloration or a dead nerve.
- Supporting facial features.
- Restoring self-confidence when smiling or speaking.
Cosmetic fillings: Repairing and concealing natural dental imperfections
Cosmetic fillings are modern materials used to repair and conceal damage or imperfections in natural teeth. They are not used to completely replace missing teeth but rather to restore their shape and function.
Some features of cosmetic fillings include:
- Natural appearance: Cosmetic fillings are available in colors that perfectly match your teeth, so no one notices the presence of a filling.
- Strength and durability: Made of durable materials that withstand pressure and chewing for many years.
- Treatment of cracks and small fractures: Cosmetic fillings repair cracks and minor fractures in teeth, protecting them from further deterioration.
- Improving the appearance of crooked or spaced teeth: Cosmetic fillings can be used to close gaps between teeth or correct minor deviations.
When do you resort to cosmetic fillings?
- When dealing with tooth decay (cavities).
- When dealing with small fractures or cracks in the tooth.
- When reducing small gaps between teeth.
- When enhancing the appearance of front teeth for cosmetic reasons.
The best choice: Consultation with a dentist
As you can see, the role of both dental Prosthesis and cosmetic fillings varies. Consulting a dentist is necessary to determine the optimal solution for your case. They will conduct a thorough examination and inquire about your aesthetic and functional preferences. Based on that, they will recommend the appropriate option, whether it’s restorations to replace a missing tooth or fillings to repair a natural tooth.
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A bright and healthy smile is not a distant dream anymore. With the advancements in dental technology, you can now achieve the perfect smile you’ve always wished for.
