Dental Fillings And Inlays
Dental cavity solutions

Dental fillings are used to make small repairs to teeth that have been damaged due to tooth decay or fracture. They are normally relatively simple and inexpensive. For this reason very few (if any) people travel abroad for fillings.

However, fillings are often necessary as part of larger work, or the dentist may discover  they are necessary and it often make sense to get  fillings  done at the same time as other work.

You can browse a list of clinics that provide filiings and inlays here on RevaHealth.com. If you need any help deciding which clinic to choose, just ask us for help.

What is a Dental Filling or Inlay?

A filling is simply a material that is placed into a cavity in a tooth. The filling helps to protect against further decay and strengthens the tooth.
You might need a filling if:

• There is minor decay or a tooth
• You  have a small fracture in a tooth
• If you have a metal/amalgam filling that you want replaced with more natural looking filling
• Composite filling are often used for purely cosmetic purposes in cosmetic bonding

Things to look out for are

• Composite fillings are more expensive that amalgams
• Not all dentists are trained in composite fillings
• Amalgam filling contain mercury which is released to the atmosphere after death (if incinerated)
• There are some, although unproven long term  health concerns associated with amalgam fillings

What is the procedure like?

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Once the dentist has isolated and anesthetised the damaged area of the tooth, he will remove the decay with a drill or laser and cleanse the area of bacteria. The resulting cavity is roughed so that the resin will bond. It is then filled with an amalgam, composite or porcelain filling. In the case of composite fillings, the resin is applied in layers and hardened with a special light. Once the final layers have been applied the filling will be adjusted and polished.

What different types exist?

Amalgam – These are commonly referred to as metal fillings and can be quite visible. They contain mercury and although there have been ongoing questions about their long term safety there is no proof that they are a health hazard. However, it is becoming common for amalgam fillings to be replaced by composite fillings. Amalgam fillings have a lifespan of roughly 12 years

Composite/PorcelainComposite fillings can be made to match the coloration of your teeth. They are most costly and require specialized equipment and take longer to do.  More of the natural tooth can be preserved with composite fillings as the resin can be bonded in thin layers. Note that not all dentists can perform composite fillings.  Composite fillings have a lifespan of 5 to 7 years.

Inlays – If a large portion of you tooth is missing but a crown is not required then an inlay might be a good option.  An inlay involves a fabricated filling that is inserted between the cusps of a tooth – they can be made of gold, porcelain or resin. Inlays are considerably more expensive than fillings; however they are normally a replacement for a crown rather than a filling.

What affects the price?

• The dentist selected
• The position of the filling
• The number of tooth surfaces the filling has
• The number of fillings required
• The type of fillings and in the case of inlays the material used

Price Comparison (Amalgam)

Price lists should always be viewed with caution as many factors can increase or decrease the resulting price. The follow table gives some indicative costs for fillings across the world. Composite fillings tend to be twice the price of amalgam.

Dentists in Croatia
Save yourself up to 70% on cosmetic dentistry in Croatia

Croatia is a new destination for the dental tourism market with much to offer in terms of cost and quality of patient care. Prices for dental treatments such as implants, cosmetic procedures, restorative and prosthetic dentistry are much less than many Western Europe countries.

Our three most popular dental clinics are:

Dentists in Croatia – Destinations

Croatia has a great variety of destinations with historic cities and towns by the sea. Easy-jet and Ryanair have direct flights into several airports and travellers also have the option of flying into nearby Italian cities, like Venice, for even greater choice.

Dentists in Croatia – Getting A Quote

Want to see just how much you can save? It’s simple, fast, and FREE! You just pick a clinic by clicking on the "View" button, and if you like what you see hit the "Contact" button and choose what treatment you’re looking for. If you’re not sure which clinic to pick, why not read some patient reviews of Dentists in Croatia? by clicking on the "Reviews" links on the left of the page.

Dentists in Croatia – Prices

You can save over £1,000 / €1,500 on a single dental implant by travelling to Croatia for your dental treatment. Even though they have some of the most advanced dental clinics in Europe, dentists in Croatia can typically save you 50-70% on the cost of your dental treatment. To get a proper quote contact your choice of clinic from the list on the left.

Take a look at this guide to the average dental treatment costs in Croatia.

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Dentists in Croatia - Additional Information

Croatian Dentists are trained to the same level as the rest of Europe. A standard 5 year programme is taught in both Croatia's dental schools. Qualified dentists are registered with the Croatian Dental Chamber - registration is mandatory. Dentists work in tandom with a trained nurse and both must re-apply for registration every 7 years. Registration is dependant on demonstrating a commitment to the ethical codes of practice and to continuing professional development.

There are 5 recognized dental specialties in Croatia: Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Paedodontics, Prosthodontics and Oral Pathology.

Resources

Hrvatska stomatološka komora – Croatian Dental Chamber Kurelčeva 3, 10000 Zagreb,
Croatia.
tel: +385 1 488 6710
email: hsk@hsk.hr
website: www.hsk.hr