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Factors contributing to the development of tooth decay:
- High consumption of carbohydrate-rich foods – sugars from food contribute to the attachment of specific bacteria to the tooth surface, providing them with a nutrient substrate.
- Cariogenic bacteria in dental plaque.
- Quantity and viscosity of saliva – the less saliva, the worse it is for the teeth. Saliva helps flush away plaque and reduces the pH in the mouth.
- Lack of fluoride – even a small concentration of fluoride in toothpaste helps strengthen enamel.
- Inadequate oral hygiene.
- Anatomy of teeth and their position in the dentition – natural pits and fissures in the teeth (as well as tight tooth alignment) make plaque removal challenging.
- Decreased immunity (both general and local).
- Genetics – tooth decay itself is not inherited, but predisposing factors may be hereditary.
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Diagnosis of tooth decay
The most important thing is to detect cavities early. For this purpose, a dentist can use the following methods:
- Visual examination and probing: This is the simplest and most accessible method. Using a probe – a sharp instrument that dentists use to explore suspicious pits in the teeth – only about 30% of tooth decay can be detected.
- Radiography: On X-rays, an attentive dentist can detect hidden cavities, decay under a filling, or between teeth – where the damage is not visible to the naked eye. Bite-wing (interproximal) X-rays are particularly informative.
- Transillumination: This technique involves illuminating the tooth crown with a bright light source. Carious lesions create a characteristic shadow in the light and are easily distinguishable. A conventional dental lamp is used for this purpose.
Treatment of cavities and fillings in Prague
- First, it is necessary to clean the tooth from plaque using special brushes and paste to reduce the number of microorganisms in the working area.
- The dentist will ensure your comfort during the treatment and administer anesthesia for pain relief.
- The next step is the isolation of the working field. The dentist needs to secure optimal working conditions.
- Then, the dentist will prepare the tooth and remove all irreversibly damaged tissues. The preparation must be gentle yet thorough. If you leave damaged dentin and place a filling, secondary decay will inevitably form beneath the filling, making it much more difficult to detect.
- Afterward, the tooth’s surface is treated with an antiseptic solution, and finally, aesthetic restoration is performed.
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Are you looking for a quality dental care? Visit our clinic at Jablonecká 712 in Prague. Our experienced and friendly dentists will provide you with the best care for your teeth.
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Jablonecká 712, 190 00 Praha 9 – Prosek
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Jablonecká 712, 190 00 Praha 9 – Prosek