Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other countries? Is there a filling material that matches tooth colour? If my tooth doesn't hurt and my filling is still

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Advances in modern dental materials and techniques increasingly offer new ways to create more pleasing, natural-looking smiles. Researchers are continuing their often decades-long work developing esthetic materials, such as ceramic and plastic compounds that mimic the appearance of natural teeth. As

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A filling replaces a portion of a tooth due to decay or breakage. Fillings may take one or two appointments. A filling that is made in your mouth takes one appointment and one that is made out of your mouth typically takes two appointments. PreviousNextCase   of   Fillings Gallery Case   These

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Refrain from eating for at least 2 hours or until the anesthesia has worn off. Sensitivity: Sensitivity, especially to cold, is common for a time following treatment. For the first few days avoid extremely hot or cold foods and beverages. It is normal to have discomfort in the gums around the tooth

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What is a First Trimester Screening? A first trimester screening performed roughly between 11-13 weeks of pregnancy is used to detect chromosomal abnormalities such as Down's Syndrome, Edwards' Syndrome, and Patau's Syndrome. It involves a blood test and an ultrasound screening referred to as a ‘Nuchal

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