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| Agnes Kumar, DDS |
It is very difficult to predict how long a restoration will last as
it is in an environment with multiple factors. The dietary, oral
hygiene, and clenching/grinding habits are major factors in the
longevity of a restoration. If the tooth along with a restoration is
being stressed by excessive force, the restoration can fail more
quickly. I have seen some excellent restorations last in the mouth for
two years and then be undermined by decay due to high-risk factors. I
have also seen them last 20 years in people who have low-risk factors
and even longer if the bite forces are well balanced among the teeth. It
is very important to have the fillings checked every six months to
prolong the life of the restorations.
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