What are fillings?
Fillings or dental fillings are used to repair the damaged surfaces of teeth. The surface of teeth may be damaged by small fractures, damaged enamel or decay. It takes 25 to 90 minutes to place a filling in a tooth.
What different types of fillingsare there?
Dental fillings are made of gold, silver, mercury or amalgam, porcelain or ceramic, plastic, composite resin materials or a glass and acrylic mixture called glass inomer.
Is getting a filling painful?
Preparing the tooth to place a filling by removing the decayed portion using a dental drill should not be painful. Some patients find the preparation procedure uncomfortable and painful. The dentist will administer a local anaesthic to ensure that the patient does not feel pain during the procedure.
How long does recovery after fillings are placed take?
Patients may experience pain or sensitivity for a few weeks after a filling is placed. The area where the anaesthetic was injected will feel sore for a few days. The gums of the patient will also feel sore for a few days.
How do I care for my teeth after fillings are placed?
Patients should not eat for at least three hours till the anaesthesia wears off. They should not eat or drink anything that is too hot or too cold for a few days. They should avoid very hard food. They should take all prescribed medications correctly. They should follow correct dental hygiene and brush and floss their teeth regularly.
What are the alternatives to placing fillings?
Alternatives to dental fillings are dental crowns, inlays or onlays, or tooth remineralization.
Why do tourists visit Indonesia?
Indonesia is an archipelago consisting of over thirteen thousand Islands in South East Asia. It is rich in natural wonders and unique cultures. There are majestic ancient Hindu and Buddhist temples across the country and many cities have stately colonial Dutch buildings and art deco structures. Half of Indonesia is covered with dense forests where one can find a wealth of unique flora and fauna. Indonesia has active volcanoes, pristine beaches and idyllic islands. Each part of the country has its own unique cuisine and regional delicacies. Accommodation options in Indonesia include luxury resorts and hotels, budget hotels, homestays and hostels.
Why do International patients visit Indonesia?
Indonesia has well-equipped hospitals and clinics offering high quality specialist medical, surgical and dental services at affordable prices for overseas patients. Many hospitals and clinics offer packages that include treatments and procedures, recovery and rehabilitation, a holiday, accommodation and transportation for medical tourists.
How do I get to Indonesia?
Indonesia has 21 airports serving its major cities, islands and tourist areas. Many hospitals and clinics offer airport transfers for medical tourists as part of the medical tourism package.
What are the visa requirements for patients travelling to Indonesia for medical treatments?
There is no specific visa offered by Indonesia for tourists travelling to Indonesia for treatments. International patients can get a visit visa and travel to Indonesia for medical treatments and procedures. Details on how one can obtain an Indonesian visit visa are available at the website: http://www.imigrasi.go.id/index.php/en/public-services/visit-visa
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