Statistics show that people clean the 8 front teeth most intensively. Firstly, this happens because they are the easiest to care for. Secondly, because the beauty of a smile is 80% dependent on the appearance of the fangs and incisors. And yet, despite all the thoroughness of cleaning, caries often forms on them.
Why does he appear
Caries is a pathology that occurs in dental tissues and slowly destroys them. The reason for the appearance of carious deposits is the increased acidity in the oral cavity, which occurs after the use of certain categories of products. In particular, sweets, sodas, etc. In the absence of dental treatment, harmful bacteria soften their shell and penetrate into the enamel.
Other causes of caries include:
- Bad heredity;
- Caries on other teeth, such as chewing;
- Tobacco and alcohol abuse;
- Insufficiently thorough cleaning;
- Improper oral hygiene.
If several factors are combined at once, the bacteria spread especially actively, and the tooth can completely collapse in just a few months.
Treatment methods
The main task of treating this type of caries is to preserve the aesthetics of the smile. It is necessary not only to get rid of all foci of pathology, but also to restore damaged tissues, correct the shape of the tooth and ensure its functionality. You can do this in three ways:
- Light seal. The most progressive filling material. It only hardens when exposed to a UV lamp. Thus, the doctor gets the opportunity to flexibly adjust the anatomy of the tooth.
- Light seals are very durable. And thanks to the variety of material colors available, you can choose the right shade for each patient. Their only drawback is the tendency to shrink. In this regard, the use of light seals is limited;
- Composite veneer. It implies multilayer treatment of the tooth surface with composite compositions. Composite veneer is more preferable in terms of aesthetics. If the filling changes its color over time and becomes noticeable on the tooth, then the veneer completely hides any defects;
- Ceramic veneer. Another great option from an aesthetic point of view, able to give the tooth the perfect shape. The enamel is closed with a ceramic insert, which is also stronger and more durable than composite.
The choice of treatment depends on the stage of the disease, the budget of the patient and his personal preferences. More detailed recommendations on the use of a particular method can be obtained at a consultation with a dentist.