What is a filling?
A dental filling repairs the damage caused by tooth decay or fracture. It restores the natural appearance of a decayed or previously filled tooth.
Dental fillings today are tooth-colored, which blend very well with tooth enamel and are able to bond to the remaining tooth structure.
Dental Implant
Emergency Care
Teeth cleaning
What Happens in a filling procedure?
Prior to any filling procedure, your dentist will talk to you about your options to determine which filling type would be best suited and how to plan for them.
At your visit, a local anesthetic will be administered in the area to numb the tooth and surrounding structures. The decay will then be removed usually using a dental drill. Once the tooth is sound and a strong tooth structure remains, the cavity is disinfected and dried before filling material is placed. The dentist will shape and cure the filling to harden it before checking your bite and ensuring it is comfortable.
