General
Fillings
High-quality, gentle cavity repair. Choose from options such as amalgam and white dental fillings to give your tooth a new lease of life.
Understanding Tooth Fillings
Dental fillings are a restorative treatment used to fill areas of decay or damage in a tooth. They can give long-lasting results to restore the structure of your affected tooth. They also prevent any further damage to keep your smile happy and healthy.
When Do You Need a Tooth Filling?
One of the most common reasons for needing a dental filling is to treat cavities caused by tooth decay. Getting a filling can pause the decay process and stop toothache. They can also fix damage to your teeth like chips and cracks which may have happened during an injury or by eating something hard. Your dentist will tell you if a filling is needed or if a different treatment is necessary such as a crown.
Types of Tooth Fillings Available
Find a filling material that works best for you.
Composite Fillings
White composite fillings are a durable solution that blends in with your tooth colour, making them appear more natural then alternatives. The tooth filling material is made from powdered glass quartz, silica or other ceramic particles added to a resin base.
Amalgam Fillings
These are silver in colour, and the material is made from elemental mercury, silver, tin and copper. They’re known for their endurance, giving patients a well-established solution. They’re a very effective way to restore teeth, especially the hardwearing molars ones at the back.
Ceramic Fillings
These are usually made from porcelain, which is an ideal solution if you want your filling to last a long time. Their durability means they’re reliable and less likely to stain compared to other filling materials.
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Benefits of Tooth Fillings
Having a filling means you’ve taken steps to maintain your oral health. They can stop decay from causing further problems and damage. Cavities can also be painful and make it difficult to eat, so it’s best to fill them to ensure no further progression of your issues. Dental fillings are a long-term solution that allow you to keep using your tooth as usual.
Caring for Your Filled Tooth
Brushing twice a day, flossing and going to regular dentist check-ups are all ways to care for your teeth. Avoiding hard foods and not eating anything sugary in between meal times can also keep your teeth healthy.
More About Tooth Care and Treatments at Rodericks Dental Partners
Across our many practices in the UK, we have a range of treatments available for our patients. Whether you need a check-up, require restorative treatment or want a cosmetic service, our experienced dentists are here to help. Our treatments are customised to give you the best care possible.
Whether you’re an NHS or a private patient, our friendly dentists will do everything they can to help you feel comfortable. We have a range of pricing plans to choose from to make our dentistry more accessible as well. When visiting one of our practices for a dentist filling, you can be assured you’re in safe hands.
