Cavity Fillings and Restoration
Cavity Fillings and Restoration are dental procedures used to repair decayed or damaged teeth by removing the affected portion and replacing it with filling material, such as composite or amalgam, to restore their structure and function.
A cavity forms when bacteria in plaque produce acid that dissolves the hard outer surface of a tooth. Left alone the hole widens and eventually reaches the nerve. Treatment involves cleaning out the decayed tissue and rebuilding the missing part of the tooth with a filling material. We use tooth-coloured composite for most fillings so the repair is difficult to spot, and amalgam where a hard-wearing surface is needed.
Why patients choose cavity fillings and restoration
- Stops decay before it reaches the nerve and needs a root canal
- Most fillings are completed in a single appointment
- Tooth-coloured composite blends with the natural tooth
- Restores normal chewing without removing the whole tooth
Cavity Fillings and Restoration: common questions
How do I know if I need a filling?
Common signs are sensitivity to sweet, hot or cold food, a visible dark spot or hole, or food repeatedly catching in one place. Early cavities often cause no symptoms at all, which is why a check-up is the reliable way to find them.
How long does a filling appointment take?
A straightforward filling usually takes around 30 to 45 minutes, including numbing the tooth. Larger or multiple cavities may need longer or a second visit.
Can I eat straight after a filling?
Composite fillings set immediately, so you can eat once the numbness wears off. Your dentist will tell you if a particular material needs longer.
Book cavity fillings and restoration in Ghorahi
BR Dental Hospital is on New Road, Ghorahi, open 08:00 to 18:00 every day. Call 082590222 or send us a message.