While dental fillings are intended to last for many years, most have a finite lifespan. This is especially true of large dental fillings or repairs that are made to the biting surface of a tooth. As the dental filling ages, the once firm bond between it and the surrounding tooth enamel can start to weaken…. Read more »
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A Missing Filling Needs Timely Treatment to Prevent Further Complications
While a filling is meant to last a long time, no filling is impervious to the passage of time and the pervasive bacteria living in your mouth. Inconsistencies in your daily oral hygiene routine bolster the bacteria and increase their opportunities to attack a filling and the surrounding tooth enamel. While some fillings might give… Read more »
