Last week, we discussed why some people may experience pain after filling their teeth. Teeth are usually filled because they have developed cavities (holes). However, there are situations when ...

A dental filling can replace parts of a damaged tooth and prevent further decay. Although fillings are usually permanent, your doctor might initially treat tooth decay with a temporary filling. Keep ...

Growing up, Skylar Geiger said that other kids called her “SpongeBob” because of the gaps between her teeth. “In real life and in social media I have been told that I was gorgeous until I smiled,” ...

Over-the-counter kits intended as temporary remedies for lost fillings, caps and crowns being used to avoid costly surgery trips A missed appointment and resulting £25 charge led Alex to become a DIY ...

To treat a cavity your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then "fill" the area on the tooth where the decayed material was removed. Fillings are also used to repair cracked or ...

Composite fillings show over 80% success in young children treated under general anesthesia. Bulk-fill methods reduce procedure time by 60% while maintaining high restoration quality. Material ...