Why choose white fillings?
- Restore chipped, decayed, worn or broken teeth
- Durable and long-lasting choice
- Less invasive than a traditional silver filling
- Discreet option, blending into your natural teeth
What does the treatment process involve? - join our practice today!
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We start by numbing the affected area of your mouth using local anaesthetic to ensure you stay comfortable during treatment. We carefully remove the decayed part and clean your tooth thoroughly.
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We use an acidic gel to create tiny holes on your tooth enamel, which allows the composite material to properly bond and create a strong repair. We then wash away this gel and dry your tooth.
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The composite material is carefully colour-matched to your natural teeth and applied in layers, gradually building up the shape and size. Once in place, we mould the composite so it feels comfortable in your mouth.
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We harden the composite on your tooth using a UV light and it sets immediately. To finish, we give it a professional polish so it looks and feels like a natural part of your tooth.
Frequently asked questions
White fillings are a very popular option, often chosen for their aesthetic look. They now have many of the same strong and durable qualities as silver amalgam, but contain no metal and can’t be seen in the mouth. This makes white fillings an excellent cosmetic and practical alternative.
No, white composite fillings are virtually invisible when you speak, laugh, or smile. Your dentist meticulously colour-matches the resin to the exact shade of your surrounding enamel for a completely natural finish.
If you have silver fillings and would prefer a more natural-looking and metal-free smile, we can safely replace the silver amalgam for white composite. We carefully remove the old filling, clean your tooth and restore the cavity in a single appointment.
Yes, damaged composite fillings can usually be repaired quickly and easily, often without needing to replace the entire restoration. As the composite resin can bond to itself, we can simply add more material to cover the damage and rebuild the shape. In some cases, we may opt to remove the whole filling and replace it, but this still can be achieved in a single appointment.
The best way to look after your white filling is to simply treat it as part of your natural tooth. Brush and floss twice a day to prevent decay forming and visit your dentist for regular check-up appointments.
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