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2018-01-31 15:36:23
Which type of filling is idle for a teeth cavity which is not very deep, just at the earliest stage - Gct or laser composite ?
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Hi Ma'am ....composite restorations will retain for long but will cost a little more than GIC.kindly practo consult for detailed consultation.Regards.

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Hi..it is called GIC (glass ionomer cement). It is good compared to composite because GIC contains fluoride. Regards

Answered2018-01-31 15:52:27

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GIC and composite both feelings are good even for the initial cavities . it totally depends on you what feeling you want .GIC is a little Chalky in colour n cost less and composite is completely tooth coloured so aesthetically what do you want depends on you

Answered2018-01-31 16:52:43

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Composite will be better in terms of long life of restoration, but done by good hands
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Visit specialist in restorations - conservative dentistry and endodontics.

Answered2018-01-31 16:18:22

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