What is composite polishing?... Dental composite polishing is a process that is done after placing the composite on the teeth to make their surface smooth and shiny.. In this process, the special outer surface that is smoothed by a composite device is smoothed. Continuously with colored foods and drinks such as coffee, tea, soft drinks and foods with strong pigments that affect the surface of the composite over time and cause its color to change. Lack of oral hygiene, such as not regularly or not using dental floss, also causes the accumulation of plaque and debris on the composite and reduces its luster. Therefore, over time, the physical properties of the composite toothbrush material are affected by factors such as temperature changes in the mouth, use of toothpaste. Abrasive or natural erosion is placed.. The superiority of laminate over composite, which we discussed in detail in the article on the difference between dental laminate and dental composite... Why should we polish the dental composite?.. Polishing the teeth after the composite, in addition to minimizing the wear of the composite, smoothes and polishes the surface of the composite... It also gives it a natural shine to harmonize with the adjacent teeth and give it a more natural appearance. It will be more natural and attractive... Composite tooth polishing also has therapeutic properties!.. because the smooth and polished surface of the composite resulting from polishing helps to prevent the accumulation of plaque and mass on them, and this in turn practically prevents the occurrence of gum diseases and tooth decay in those areas.. Finally, dental composite polishing makes it easier to clean and maintain the composite by creating a smooth and polished surface and allows you to clean your teeth easily** Types of tooth composite polishing There are different types of dental composite polishing... mechanical, chemical, ultrasonic and laser.... We will introduce each of these methods below... ### Mechanical polishing In this method, rotating tools such as special burs, polishing discs and polishing brushes are used along with special pastes.. These tools smooth and polish the surface of the composite with rotating movements and with different degrees of roughness.. Techniques to improve the appearance and durability of the composite... ### Chemical polishing In chemical polishing, special materials and solutions are used, such as weak acids or gels containing abrasive compounds, which cause the removal of defects and stains on the surface of the composite... This method is usually used as a **supplement to mechanical polishing** and is used in cases where the surface of the composite needs minor correction.... Chemical polishing can help reduce the surface roughness and increase the brightness of the composite, but due to its more limited effects, it is often not enough on its own, and in It is used along with mechanical methods... ### Ultrasonic polishing In this method, ultrasonic devices are used to create high-frequency vibrations that help remove mass, stains, and surface irregularities of the composite. Ultrasonic polishing is used in some cases due to its high precision and ability to reach points that are difficult to reach with mechanical tools.. ### Laser polishing Finally, in this modern method, as its name suggests, a laser is used to smooth and polish the surface of the composite. By creating controlled thermal energy, the laser evaporates very thin layers of the composite surface and helps to increase its brightness and uniformity. And it is sharp... Which of these two types of devices should he use?. Because the main use of these devices is completely similar and the way they work is the same. **The steps of polishing composite teeth are as follows:** - The dentist first examines your composites to find all their faults and defects... - Then, using one of the special polishing tools, he removes the excess unevenness on the surface of the composite and smooths it... - This work is done delicately and carefully so as not to damage the main structure of the tooth and the underlying layers of the composite... - Finally, the dentist carefully examines the surface of the composite to ensure that it is not smooth. or ensure its complete uniformity.. Different methods of dental composite polishing There are two main methods for polishing composite teeth: ### 1.... one-step method: In this method, a disc burr or polishing with medium roughness is used, and all steps of dental composite polishing are done in one step.... This method is fast and simple, and it is enough to make the surface of the composite smooth and shiny.... Single-step polishing is usually used for new composites or composites that need little polishing... ### 2.... Multi-step method: In this method, polishing discs or burs with different roughness are used in different stages....that is, the roughest disc or bur is used first to remove any roughness or scratches on the surface of the composite. And your conditions... How often should we polish our composites?. Usually, dentists suggest to their clients to polish their composites every 12 to 18 months. Of course, this number is not fixed and the same for everyone, and depending on damaging factors such as the quality of the composite used, the severity of the color change of the tooth composite and the extent of your compliance with oral and dental hygiene will be different... Periodic polishing of composite teeth not only helps to make your composites more beautiful, but also increases their durability and lifespan. So... When is the best time to polish the computer?. The first period and the best time for composite polishing is after the completion of the restoration and an initial waiting period... that is, about 24 to 48 hours after the composite is done and just when the material is completely hardened and stabilized.... After that periodic polishing is recommended every 6 months along with regular dental scaling sessions so that the surface of the composite remains smooth and shiny. How long does tooth polishing take?.. The entire tooth composite polishing process will take between **30 and 60 minutes**... Of course, this time period depends on the number of your composite units as well as the intensity of the polishing you need.... Advantages of tooth composite polishing ### Increase the brightness and beauty of the smile Polishing composite teeth increases the shine of the surface of the teeth and gives a person a more beautiful and natural smile... After some time, the composite may become cloudy or spots may appear on it, but after polishing, its surface becomes smooth and shiny and looks like natural teeth. And it helps to restore the tooth color to its original state.. After the restoration of the tooth with composite, its surface may be a little uneven, which can cause the accumulation of plaque and bacteria... Polishing polishes the composite, creates a smooth surface and prevents food particles from getting stuck and the accumulation of bacteria, which plays an important role in maintaining oral and dental health. ### Reducing the possibility of plaque accumulation and caries The uneven and uneven surfaces of the composite may provide a suitable environment for the growth of bacteria and the creation of plaque, which eventually leads to tooth decay.. By removing these irregularities and creating a smooth surface, tooth polishing reduces the possibility of plaque adhesion and causing dental problems and helps oral health.. Some dentists believe that composite polishing as defined is of no use.... They present composite polishing as unnecessary and believe that this process only thins the dental composite... It will not come with it, but it will provide the person with all the benefits we mentioned earlier... Therefore, if ** you live in Tehran, we recommend that in addition to.... the outer surface of the composite is so small and insignificant that the yearly polishing of the composite does not make it thinner and more vulnerable. 88539720-021