A beautiful smile is a guarantee not only of a pleasant appearance, but also of health. Damaged front teeth cause a lot of discomfort to a person. Modern methods help dentists restore lost or damaged teeth.
In this article, we will look at the main stages of restoration, contraindications to the procedure and other interesting points.
Content
- Who may need recovery and why
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How to restore the smile zone
- Chips
- Cracks
- Erased teeth
- Enamel damage
- Prosthetics
- Important points
- In what cases restoration is impossible or does not make sense
Who may need recovery and why
The procedure for restoring the anterior row of teeth is very responsible, it can only be performed by an experienced doctor. Otherwise, you can earn complications in the form of headaches, various dental diseases, complete loss of teeth.
There are the following indications for recovery:
- after the installation procedure fillings;
- tooth decay (while the root remains absolutely healthy);
- dental damage enamels;
- various types of defects;
- large distance between the front teeth, which create an unaesthetic effect;
- dental diseases;
- bad habits (smoking, abuse of coffee and strong tea);
- complete loss of a tooth.
The decision to carry out the restoration process is made by the dentist based on the condition of the dentition.
How to restore the smile zone
Depending on the problem, the specialist selects a specific correction method. Let's consider this issue in more detail.
Chips
There are several types chips:
- incomplete (cracks only on the top layer of the enamel);
- in-depth chips of the coating;
- chipped dentine, in this case the patient is sensitive to the intake of sour and sweet foods;
- outcrop pulp. The pain is aggravated by eating any food. In this case, the patient cannot do without professional dental care.
It should be noted that patients go to clinics already at advanced stages of damage. enamels, since in mild cases, there are no unpleasant symptoms, and no discomfort arises. Depending on the stage of the cleavage, the cost of the service will be formed. The average price in Moscow and the region is from 7,000 to 35,000 rubles. (depending on the chosen method).
The restoration of such damage occurs in several stages. A special composite material (special dental resin) is used, which covers the chip and has a color close to natural. This procedure is affordable and is performed in almost every clinic. Due to its painlessness, it is often used to treat pediatric patients.
With advanced stages of chipped teeth, doctors use special veneers - this is a special coating made of ceramic material.
Another modern method of chipping restoration is the installation of dental crowns. Their peculiarity is that the entire tooth is completely covered, thus preventing further decay. The material is used cermets, ceramics and zirconium oxide (most expensive).
The patient needs several visits to restore the damaged tooth. To begin with, the doctor will prepare the surface, then apply the selected material. Thanks to modern techniques, you can eat and drink almost immediately.
Cracks
All cracks are divided into 3 types: oblique, horizontal and vertical. In the latter case, treatment is very rare. If the crack is small and causes discomfort only during a meal, then a special coating is applied to the damaged tooth, which consists of calcium, fluoride and other substances. It helps to desensitize and flattens the tooth surface.
For severe vertical or oblique cracks, installation will be required. veneers or lumineers (the most expensive material). In the first case, the installation is shown only in the complete absence of caries on the teeth.
If the crack hurts pulp, then it may be necessary to remove the damaged tooth and replace it with implant. The cost of such procedures depends on the material used and ranges from 5,000 to 65,000 rubles.
Erased teeth
This procedure is considered one of the most difficult, since the doctor needs to make the front teeth absolutely straight. The most affordable option for restoring worn surfaces is considered to be the use of a special composite material.
More durable is prosthetics. In this case, ceramic, metal-ceramic or zirconia crowns are used. Such a procedure is carried out not so much with worn out teeth, but also with severe injuries that threaten complete loss.
The cost of procedures in Moscow and the region is from 5 to 35 thousand. rubles (depends on the material used and the level of the dental clinic).
Enamel damage
This pathology is mainly caused by bad habits and unhealthy diet. First, small areas of yellow begin to appear, the person reacts to the temperature and acidity of food. If you do not start treatment on time, then the destruction of the enamel will begin.
Among the most popular methods for restoring damaged enamel are:
- use of special toothpasteswhich helps to remove sensitivity and restore coverage;
- fluorine coating. There are two types: simple (a special dental varnish is applied, which contains fluoride, dried under a UV lamp) and deep (fluoride coating is applied in several layers);
- the use of special products with a high calcium content. They are applied in three layers, each of them dried for 10 minutes. Then the surface is varnished with fluoride;
- implantation of a damaged area of enamel. In this case, a special mixture is used, which polymerizes with the tooth and creates a protective layer;
- for severe damage, veneers, lumineers and prosthetics are used.
The price for procedures to restore damaged enamel ranges from 180 rubles. (application of calcium-containing preparations) up to 18-50 thous. rub. (implantation of enamel, installation of veneers, etc.).
Prosthetics
Performed only in the most difficult damage situations. Most often, veneers are installed from cermets or ceramics, less often from zirconium oxide (due to its high cost).
In this case, the condition of the gums and root of the damaged tooth is very important. If there are any problems, then the patient will need additional procedures: treatment periodontal disease, bone augmentation etc. This will require an extra investment of time and money.
If the damage is insignificant, then photocomposite materials are used. To do this, first make an impression, then send a crown for manufacturing. After that, the finished prosthesis is placed on the patient.
In case of severe damage, apply implants. This is a more expensive procedure and is performed in several stages. The most important point is the engraftment of such a structure, it can take several months. After the completion of the engraftment process, the patient is fitted with a crown made of the selected material (cermets, ceramics, zirconium).
The method of prosthetics is required for the patient only in case of severe damage or complete loss of the tooth. The average cost in Moscow and the region ranges from 9,000 to 55,000 rubles (depending on the chosen crown). This price does not include additional medical procedures that may be needed after the examination.
Important points
When choosing a coating material, it is very important to choose the right one. Colourso that new fillings do not differ from healthy ones. For this, there is a special palette that the doctor examines together with the patient.
Another important point is the selection of the size of the crown (in the case of severe wear or loss), it should not differ in width or height from others in this row.
It is very important to select a high-quality polymer material for the restoration in order to ensure durability during use.
In what cases restoration is impossible or does not make sense
Despite its popularity, this procedure has a number of contraindications:
- pathological problems with enamel (abrasion, destruction);
- malocclusion;
- the absence of several teeth at once;
- bruxism;
- professional sports that can cause trauma teeth (boxing and other martial arts).
High-quality restoration helps to restore problem areas, its effectiveness has been proven by many years of practice.
The price depends on the method of restoration, the material used, the qualifications of the clinic and the doctor. However, there is no need to save money, since the state of the patient's oral cavity directly depends on this. Today, special composite materials are used that do not cause any complications.
The site is for informational purposes only. Do not under any circumstances self-medicate. If you find you have any symptoms of illness, contact your doctor.