Treatment of holes in the teeth
Not so long ago, dentists drilled big holes even in small caries. Now-days these are treated much more carefully.
We treat your teeth as gently as possible, but if the hole in the tooth has become too large, we must add a filling. It can be chosen from a variety of filling materials and techniques.
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health has prepared new guidelines for the use of dental filling materials from July 1, 2003. These emphasize that we will use tissue-saving dental filling techniques, and we therefore no longer use amalgam as a filling material. Below you will be able to read brief descriptions of the materials we use.
How to prevent new holes?
We can help you with individual guidance on how to best prevent tooth decay.
Some simple tips:
- 1Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste morning and evening.
- 2Clean between teeth with toothpicks or floss at least once a day.
- 3Avoid sweet between meals – especially sweet soft drinks.
- 4Preferably extra fluorine rinses or tablets daily.
Read more about tooth decay prevention here or ask us for advice!