**Charisma composite** is a German dental restorative material that is made by combining resin and filler particles and is used to repair fractures, tooth decay, correct color and distance between teeth. This **tooth composite** is used in the restoration of front and back teeth due to its high strength, wear resistance and natural appearance. The types of models of this composite include classic charisma, diamond (more for beauty), smart, flow and paste, each of which has special features. The lifespan of Charisma is about 7 to 12 years and it takes about 30 to 60 minutes to perform each tooth. It is suitable for people who are looking for cosmetic and partial restoration of teeth and must follow health care to prevent discoloration and damage. What is Charisma Composite? One of the methods of tooth restoration and solving oral and dental aesthetic problems is the use of dental composite, one of which is Charisma composite. Karisma composite is a restorative material that is made from a combination of resin matrix and filler particles (such as silica, quartz or special ceramics) and is produced in Germany by Kolzer. The color and structure of Charisma is very similar to natural teeth, and its strength and resistance to wear and impact, cold and heat, and most foods are much higher than ordinary composite. Usually, Karisma composites are used to repair fractures, chapped lips and cracks, caries, and to fix the interdental gap and abnormalities. **Karisma composite types** **Charisma composite applications** - Repairing decay of front and back teeth. - Filling minor fractures and cracks without using coating. - Correcting tooth color with a wide range of different colors. - Eliminating the distance between teeth and abnormalities. - Correction of crooked and malformed teeth. - Sorting and uniforming the arrangement of teeth. **Steps to perform Karisma Composite** Installing and performing this composite on the teeth should be done by a skilled and professional dentist who has a lot of successful work. If the dentist does not have the necessary skills, there is a possibility of any complications or damage to the composite or the tooth underneath. The basic steps to do it are as follows. 1. Consulting with a dentist and evaluating your teeth and ensuring the suitability of the type of composite. 2. Preparing teeth and removing tooth decay, scaling teeth and removing damaged tissue if any. 3. Performing acid etching or applying phosphoric acid gel to the tooth surface for better composite adhesion. 4. Apply glue or composite bonding for better adhesion of Karisma materials. 5. Placing the composite in layers and hardening it with special light for each layer. 6. Shaping and adjusting the charisma suitable for the individual's natural teeth. 7. Polishing or polishing composite teeth to make them shiny and smooth. 8. Provide care recommendations to increase the lifespan of Karisma composite. **Advantages and disadvantages of Karisma composite** **Care before and after Karisma composite** If the care tips and recommendations are neglected before and after this composite, there is a possibility of its ineffectiveness and damage. The following can be mentioned among these cares. ### **Care before Karisma Composite** - Consultation with a dentist and checking the health of the teeth. - Declaration of chronic diseases such as diabetes or heart problems, if any. - Notifying the dentist of sensitivity or allergy to composite materials. - Control and treatment of oral infections before starting the restoration. - Thorough cleaning of the teeth and avoiding the consumption of colored foods and drinks before the composite. ### **Care after Karisma Composite** - Brush your teeth at least 2 times a day and floss once. - Avoid consuming colored foods and drinks such as coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and smoking, which cause the color of the composite to change. - Avoid chewing hard or sticky substances (such as ice, cigarette butts, nails, pencils, etc.). - Avoid putting extra pressure on the teeth during stress and anger. - If you grind your teeth, be sure to use a dental guard or night guard. - Visit the dentist regularly to check the health of the composite. Avoid opening knots and packages with your teeth. ** Side Effects and Dangers of Karisma Composite ** - Yellowing of the composite over time due to the consumption of colored substances such as tea, coffee and tobacco. - Decay of the teeth under the composite if oral and dental hygiene is not observed. - Fracture and lip filling of the composite due to high pressure or impact. - Inflammation and swelling of the gums around the composite installation site. - Detachment of the composite from the tooth surface. - Temporary sensitivity of teeth to cold and heat. - Possibility of allergic reactions in some people. Of course, if you follow the recommendations and care tips, you will not see these side effects. Some of them are temporary; But if the complications become more severe or prolonged, you should see a specialist dentist. **Coloring and color spectrums of Karisma composite** - The Karisma color range is also based on the VITA color system, which includes the classic colors A, B, C, D. - OB color (Opaque Bleach) is used to cover more dark spots and create a white base. - This composite is offered in different types such as classic, diamond, smart and bxl, each of which has its own color spectrum. This variety of colors allows the dentist to make the best choice according to the skin color, personal opinion and the color of the patient's natural teeth.