Dental Fillings
Repair decay invisibly. Tooth-coloured composite fillings restore your tooth's strength and shape while blending seamlessly with your smile.
About Dental Fillings
Fillings repair teeth damaged by decay or minor chips and cracks. We use modern tooth-coloured composite resin, which bonds directly to the tooth and is precisely shade-matched — so your repair is virtually invisible, with no dark metal showing.
Treating decay early with a simple filling stops it spreading and helps you avoid more involved treatment like root canals or crowns later. Composite is mercury-free, conserves more of your natural tooth than older amalgam, and is set hard and ready to use the same day.
Benefits
Natural, tooth-coloured result that's virtually invisible
Mercury-free and bonds directly to the tooth
Conserves more healthy tooth than metal fillings
Stops decay before it needs bigger treatment
Strong, durable and ready to use straight away
What to expect
We'll explain everything at each stage, so you always know what's happening and feel comfortable throughout.
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Numbing the area
We gently numb the tooth so the procedure is completely comfortable.
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Removing decay
The decayed portion is carefully cleaned away, preserving as much healthy tooth as possible.
- 03
Placing the filling
Tooth-coloured composite is layered, shaped and hardened with a curing light.
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Polishing the bite
We refine the shape, check your bite and polish for a smooth, natural finish.
Is it right for you?
Fillings are right for teeth with small to moderate decay, chips or wear. If a tooth is very heavily damaged, we may recommend an inlay, onlay or crown for greater strength.
Recovery & aftercare
You can eat once the numbness wears off. Mild sensitivity to hot or cold for a few days is normal. Keep up brushing, flossing and check-ups to protect your teeth from new decay.
Frequently asked questions
Can old metal fillings be replaced with white ones?expand_more
Yes. Many patients choose to replace old amalgam fillings with tooth-coloured composite for a more natural look. We'll advise if and when replacement is worthwhile.
How long do white fillings last?expand_more
With good care, composite fillings typically last many years. Their lifespan depends on the size of the filling and your oral hygiene and habits.
Will the filling match my tooth?expand_more
Yes. We shade-match the composite to your natural tooth so the repair blends in seamlessly.
Is getting a filling painful?expand_more
No. The tooth is numbed beforehand, so you shouldn't feel discomfort during the procedure.
Related treatments
Check-ups & Cleaning
Regular dental exams and professional cleaning to keep your teeth healthy.
Learn morearrow_forwardInlays & Onlays
Precision porcelain restorations for moderately damaged teeth.
Learn morearrow_forwardRoot Canal Treatment
Save infected teeth with gentle, effective root canal therapy.
Learn morearrow_forwardReady to get started?
Book a consultation for dental fillings at Eglinton Dental Care. We'll answer your questions and tailor a plan to your needs.