More Exploring Advances in Dental Materials
As stated in the blog on Prof Ian Meyers OAM ADX exhibit 2026 Sydney on advances in dental material there are more filling types and uses than ever before requiring more decision and options to be less invasive and preserving the mouth and its structures.
It also means to even improve the current situation by” turning back the clock”, or even “renovating” it as well. In other words, we can now rehabilitate the mouth and its surrounding structure.
Indirect materials treatment of teeth means they are made out of the mouth and cemented or boded to the tooth.
Digitization of dentistry means preparations of teeth are scanned and their restorations created with materials made through 3D printing and other handmade techniques. The types of material that can be used have greatly increased with hybrids of existing materials and all together new “ingredients”. Amazing. So much to explore and learn today and into the future.
A 3D image and even models the mouth and its surrounding structures can be made and stored in the digital world in theory forever!
Direct material treatment of the teeth means the material is placed into the prepared tooth and its shape is created, bonded and set in the mouth.
Even filling materials have increased with hybrids of existing materials and all together new compounds for direct restoration of teeth. Incredible!
The issue now is that the research into the effectiveness of these materials themselves and the best applications of these treatments, is playing catch up.
However, now we have the ability to build up teeth to a more normal bite and shape. We can replace missing teeth in a variety of ways.
To restore function for chewing, swallowing, speech and muscle harmony with other muscles for comfort, for improved general health cannot be understated.
Even the psychological benefits of an aesthetically pleasing set of teeth, (yes, a smile) is immeasurable.
Need an Appointment?
If you’d like to book an appointment with the dentist at Seymour Dental then call us in Dulwich Hill, Sydney on (02) 9564 2397 or
contact us
Next week
ANZAC Day 2026 - In The Mountains Of Blue