Dental bonding

In most cases, unless additional treatment is required for gums, roots or dental infections, tooth augmentation is done in one visit to the dentist.

In the iStomatolog Center you get a finished tooth in one visit, no matter which method was chosen: aesthetic restoration, inlay, crown or veneer. 2D and 3D modeling, computer diagnostics and construction manufacturing within a few hours in one visit.

The use of photopolymers for restoring tooth functionality and aesthetics is contraindicated in the following cases:

• weakened roots;
• the presence of inflammation in the root area (prior treatment of inflammation in bone tissue and root canal filling is required);
• excessive destruction of tooth tissue (more than 50%);
• bruxism.

Using photopolymer is an optimal option for restoring front teeth that were traumatized during impact, sports, or other cases. The dentist restores the appearance of the teeth by selecting a filling material based on color, transparency, and other characteristics. Restoring teeth with caries damage is a more complex task because treatment must be performed beforehand and then the shape of the tooth crown must be restored.

The method of tooth restoration using photopolymer materials solves two problems - eliminates caries and restores the tooth with a maximum aesthetic result. This means that after restoration, it will not stand out in the dental row. Restoration with composite photopolymers is a true art, where the dentist, like a sculptor, creates the shape and selects the shade that corresponds to the natural color of the teeth.

Based on the experience and technical capabilities of the dental clinic (equipment and materials), the doctor chooses the tooth restoration technique in such a way as to ensure structural strength and natural appearance. If the work is done properly, the photopolymer material merges with the natural part of the tooth in such a way that it is practically impossible to notice the line of demarcation. The use of high-tech filling materials allows for the creation of a transparency effect and a light shine characteristic of natural enamel.

Properties and features of photopolymers

Photopolymers are a group of composite materials that have the ability to harden (polymerize) under the influence of UV rays. The materials differ in the type of filler (macro, mini, micro-filled, hybrid), matrix complex, and the ratio between the filler and the matrix. Liquid-flowable and solid polymers are used in dental practice.

Liquid polymers, which have the ability to evenly distribute over the surface and form a dense bond with the tooth tissue, are used for filling the cervical area and restoring the contour of interdental contact points, for smoothing the surface of the tooth before restoration; solid light-curable composites are used in the restoration of frontal and lateral teeth.

Since the material hardens only under direct UV exposure, the dentist can give any shape to the plastic mass, carefully and accurately fill the tooth cavities, without fear of premature polymerization of the filling. In case of a large area of tooth damage, filling during restoration is carried out layer by layer, each time illuminating the material with a lamp until it hardens.

The doctor should be well aware of the properties of all used photopolymer composites in order to correctly choose the filling material for tooth restoration, taking into account the specificity and scale of the damage.

Applying veneers is one option for restoring the aesthetics of teeth with certain defects. Veneers are thin porcelain plates that are attached to the outer surface of teeth. Using veneers, it is possible to change the shape and size of teeth, correct the position of teeth in the dental arch, and also mask such defects as large fillings on front teeth, stains, enamel damage, small cracks, and chips. Veneers conceal some natural imperfections, including irregularities and gaps between teeth.

High-quality veneers do not change color due to food pigments, reduce sensitivity to various irritants, and provide a perfect smile, significantly improving one's attractiveness.

With modern materials, it is possible to achieve maximum natural appearance of teeth, preserve natural individuality of appearance, and improve aesthetic indicators. An unnatural, unnaturally white smile is a sign of poor dental work or an unsuccessful patient choice.

Chewing teeth are most often destroyed by caries. After removing the damaged tissue, deep cavities are formed, which, in the standard case, are filled with filling material. If only thin walls and the root of the tooth remain, it is advisable to use the technique of restoration using inlays/overlays and crowns. An inlay/overlay is a dental micro-prosthesis that mimics the shape of the tooth and is an alternative to traditional filling.

Advantages of inlays/overlays include:

• Restoration of tooth functionality and appearance
• Longevity
• Resistance to shrinkage and deformations
• Compatibility with dental prosthetics
• Resistance to pigment exposure
• The possibility of installing a crown or bridgework on the tooth in the future.

Inlays and overlays are made from pressed ceramics, zirconia dioxide, and innovative composites. The highest quality products are made from zirconia dioxide and the latest generation hybrid ceramics. Restoring teeth using inlays and overlays is not performed in case of destruction of canines and incisors, high caries activity, and fissure caries.

If the root of the tooth is undamaged, while the crown part has suffered significant destruction, the dentist may suggest installing a prosthesis or restoring the tooth using pins. These are thin rods made of titanium (metal), fiberglass, carbon, which are installed in the root canal to give the tooth strength and distribute the chewing load on the root of the tooth. After fixing the pin, the dentist introduces a filling compound and shapes a new crown. A professionally performed dental work will ensure the restoration of functionality and a long service life of the tooth after buildup.

The installation of a crown is a complete prosthetics procedure. It is used in cases of significant destruction of the crown part while preserving a healthy root. The tooth is prepared, damaged tissues are removed, and the walls are trimmed. In our clinic, a digital model of the crown is created instead of a traditional impression using the Cerec technology, so the prosthetics can be completed in one day.

The dentists at the iStomatolog center in Kiev will choose the optimal tooth buildup technique after a diagnostic examination. This means that the restored tooth will serve for the maximum time while achieving high aesthetic indicators.

Our center uses the most advanced therapeutic, diagnostic, computer equipment in Kiev, filling materials, and composites for making crowns. We make non-metallic veneers, inlays, and crowns based on the E.max system from the German manufacturer Ivoclar Vivadent and the latest generation VITA hybrid ceramics from the German manufacturer VITA Zahnfabrik.

Prostheses made using this technology withstand the maximum load, do not cause allergies, have absolute biological compatibility with dental tissues, and do not lead to increased wear of the teeth of the opposite jaw.

The iStomatolog center in Kiev guarantees:

• Safe, effective treatment and prosthetics;
• 100% sterility of all components in the office;
• No pain or discomfort during any dental procedures;
• Perfect aesthetic results.

To make an appointment with a dentist, fill out the online form or call the contact numbers 067 502 8 999, 093 502 8 999.