Tooth fillings for cavities
- Remove tooth decay and restore damaged teeth
- Tooth-coloured fillings that blend seamlessly with your natural smile
- Comfortable, long-lasting treatment to preserve healthy tooth structure
What are tooth fillings?
A tooth filling is one of the most common restorative dental treatments used to repair teeth that have been damaged by cavities, minor fractures, or everyday wear. After removing the decayed portion of the tooth, the area is filled with a durable, tooth-coloured material that restores its strength, function, and appearance.
Treating cavities early with tooth fillings helps prevent decay from spreading deeper into the tooth, reducing the likelihood of more extensive treatments such as root canal therapy or dental crowns.
When do you need a tooth filling?
A cavity filling may be recommended if you have:
Cavities
Dental decay can create small holes in the enamel that need to be cleaned and restored before they become larger.
Replacing old fillings
Older fillings may wear down, crack, or leak over time and may need to be replaced to maintain a proper seal.
Tooth sensitivity
If decay has damaged the enamel, a filling can help reduce sensitivity and restore comfort.
Chipped or worn teeth
Fixing chipped or worn teeth caused by teeth grinding repaired with tooth-coloured filling material.
Why do I need a cavity filling?
Think you need a cavity filling?
If you have tooth pain, sensitivity, or suspect you have a cavity, our team provides comfortable, natural-looking tooth fillings designed to restore your smile while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
What are the alternatives to tooth fillings if my cavities are more serious?
If a cavity has progressed beyond what a tooth filling can repair, your dentist may recommend a more advanced restorative treatment. During your examination, we’ll recommend the most conservative treatment option possible to preserve your natural tooth and restore your oral health. Depending on the extent of the damage, alternatives may include:
Dental crowns
Dental crowns to restore and strengthen teeth with extensive decay or fractures. Learn more about dental crowns.
Root canal treatment
Root canal treatment if the decay has reached the tooth’s pulp and caused infection. Learn more about root canal treatment.
Tooth extraction and replacement
Tooth extraction and replacement with a dental implant, bridge, or denture if the tooth cannot be saved. Learn more about dental implants and dentures.
patient transformations
Resin restoration before and after results
See below before and after results of how we helped our patients stop early cavities, preserve healthy teeth, and reduce the need for more extensive restorative treatment.
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Common questions about tooth fillings
We’re here to help. Browse the most common questions about root canal treatments below, or reach out to our team directly.
A tooth filling is a restorative treatment used to repair a cavity or minor damage by removing decay and filling the tooth with a durable material.
Signs you may need a cavity filling include tooth sensitivity, pain when biting, visible holes or dark spots on a tooth, or cavities detected during a dental examination.
Most tooth fillings are completed comfortably using local anesthesia to completely numb the area. You may feel pressure or vibrations during the procedure, but you shouldn’t feel any pain.
If a cavity has progressed beyond what a tooth filling can repair, your dentist may recommend a more advanced restorative treatment such as root canal therapy, dental crowns, dental implants, and tooth extraction.
Most dental insurance plans provide coverage for tooth fillings, although the amount covered depends on your individual policy. Our team can help review your benefits before treatment.
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