Maggok Dental_2. Old amalgam: when should it be replaced? 5 signs you should definitely check

Hello.

So that small changes in your mouth

do not make you worry more than necessary,

this is Magok Seoul Dia Dental, here to calmly share only what you need right now.

It’s Lunar New Year.

It’s a time to meet family after a long time

and spend time laughing and talking.

Enjoy the delicious food,

but do be a little careful not to overeat.

We hope you have a happy day.

Continuing even through Lunar New Year,

we’re bringing you the second installment of Seoul Dia Dental’s amalgam series.

In the previous post,

[Is amalgam filling still okay if you still have it?]

we took a realistic look at concerns about mercury.

Didn’t get to read it?

Then no need to go far, haha.

Check it out through the link below.

This is the second topic in the amalgam series.

[“Amalgam... It’s been a long time. Should I replace it?”]

Once while looking in the mirror,

once while using floss,

once the day before a dental appointment...

This question comes to mind more often than you might expect.

In fact, just because it is old

does not mean it must be replaced.

If it has been maintained without problems,

it means it has been doing its job well all along~^^

But if there is a situation where replacement is needed,

it is better to check and treat it rather than hesitate.

So, with the 마음 of rechecking dental health anew,

let’s go over the cases in which amalgam replacement should be considered,

step by step.

Old amalgam,

replacement is needed in these cases

This part is important. Focus!

Amalgam is durable.

But over time, changes can occur.

It is not because it is old, but because it has changed in condition

in the following ways that it needs to be checked.

Let’s look at each case one by one.

1. When the filling is broken or cracked

Magok Dental_Cracked filling

Biting down on hard food

and feeling a “click”... have you experienced that?

If after that you feel something catching

or discomfort when chewing,

part of the filling may have chipped.

If your phone screen cracks, at first you keep using it.

But one day... it spreads.

Teeth are similar.

A small chip can lead to a larger crack.

2. When a gap forms between the filling and the tooth

Magok Dental_Gap at the boundary between the tooth and filling

This is hard to see.

That is why it is even more important.

Over time,

between the amalgam and the tooth,

a very tiny gap can form.

What if bacteria get into that gap?

The surface looks fine.

But decay is progressing inside.

Like wallpaper looking fine

while mold is growing underneath.

Even in the mouth...

there are quiet little incidents.

3. When the surrounding tooth decays again

Magok Dental_Recurrent decay.

The amalgam itself is fine.

But the surrounding tooth can decay.

In particular, the boundary area

is a structure where food can easily get stuck.

So depending on how well it is managed,

decay can form again.

"Why did it come back after treatment?"

Yes.

Teeth are not a case of treatment done = safe for life.

Care + time = the result.

4. When there is pain or sensitivity while chewing

Magok Dental_Toothache

A sharp twinge when chewing.

Being especially sensitive to cold water.

This... is a signal.

There may be changes in the tooth beneath the filling.

It could simply be increased sensitivity,

but it may also be a sign of a tooth crack or secondary decay.

Think of it as a message your body is sending.

5. When you want to replace it for aesthetic reasons

Magok Dental_Amalgam with poor aesthetics

To be honest?

Silver + black

is not exactly pretty.

If it shows when you smile,

it can also be something you worry about.

There may be no functional problem,

but some people choose replacement

because they want a more natural-looking result.

These days, even teeth are

in the trend of “natural-looking without being noticeable.”^^

Key summary (if you remember this, that’s enough)

1. Just because it is old does not mean it must be replaced.

2. What matters is the condition, not how long it has been used.

3. Cracks, gaps, decay, and pain require an examination.

4. If there are no problems, it can be managed with regular checkups and continue to be used.

Magok Seoul Dia Dental

Have you suddenly noticed a molar

while looking in the mirror?

Once something you couldn’t see before starts to stand out,

it keeps catching your attention from that day on.

"Is this okay...?"

If you’re wondering, it may be a good idea to

have it checked once at a Magok dental clinic.

Just checking can make you feel much more at ease.

In the next post,

we’ll continue by organizing, based on realistic standards,

why amalgam turns black,

and whether that discoloration is or is not a sign of a problem.

Happy New Year,

and we hope you have a year of comfort for both your teeth and your mind.

This has been Seoul Dia Dental.

[ This post was written in accordance with medical law for the purpose of providing accurate information about dental surgery and procedures. Since infection and side effects may occur after surgery, the procedure should be decided after sufficient consultation with a skilled medical professional. ]

[Magok Seoul Dia Dental Amalgam Series]

1. Amalgam safety

2. Cases where amalgam replacement is needed

3. Causes of amalgam discoloration

4. Treatment when replacing amalgam