Caries; Tooth decay; Cavities - tooth
Treatment can help prevent tooth damage from leading to cavities.
Treatment may involve:
Dentists fill teeth by removing the decayed tooth material with a drill and replacing it with a material such as silver alloy, gold, porcelain, or composite resin. Porcelain and composite resin more closely match the natural tooth appearance, and may be preferred for front teeth. Many...
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