Dental Filling
Repair a cavity or a chipped tooth with a tooth-coloured filling, usually in a single visit. We check with an X-ray first and agree the price before we start.
- Usually one visit
- Tooth-coloured
- Price upfront
When To Come In
Signs You May Need A Filling
Cavities are easier and cheaper to treat when they are small. Book a check-up if you notice any of these.
Sensitivity
A sharp twinge with hot, cold or sweet food and drinks.
Pain when biting
Discomfort when you chew on one side of your mouth.
A hole or dark spot
A visible pit, stain or dark mark on the surface of a tooth.
Food getting stuck
Food catching in the same spot every time you eat.
Chipped or cracked
A small break from biting something hard or an old injury.
Old filling worn
A filling that feels rough, loose or has fallen out.
If a filling can wait six months, we will tell you so.
Your Appointment
How A Filling Works
Four simple steps, explained to you as we go. You can ask us to pause at any point.
Check and X-ray
We examine the tooth and take a digital X-ray to see how deep the cavity goes.
Numb the area
A local anaesthetic so you feel pressure, not pain.
Clean and fill
The decay is removed and the tooth is filled with a material shaded to match.
Shape and polish
We check your bite and polish the filling so it feels like your own tooth.
After Your Filling
What To Expect Afterwards
Most people go straight back to work or school. A few simple things help the filling settle in.
- Wait for the numbness to wear off
Usually two to three hours. Avoid hot drinks and chewing on that side until then.
- Mild sensitivity is normal
Some sensitivity to cold for a few days is expected and fades on its own.
- Brush and floss as usual
Keep up your normal routine and book a cleaning every six months.
- Call us if something feels wrong
If your bite feels high or the pain gets worse after a few days, call reception and we will see you.
Fix It Before It Gets Bigger
A small filling today saves a root canal later. Book online and reception will confirm your slot and insurance cover, usually within the hour.