How long does a tooth filling last?

Typically, fillings last around 10 years. Many restorations (the clinical term for dental fillings) last much longer. In addition to the materials used, other factors affecting the life span of a filling include: your eating habits.

Do teeth fillings hurt?

Is it painful to have cavity fillings? No. Your dentist will numb the area and use a numbing gel before injecting a local anesthetic known as Lidocaine. You may feel a bit of a sting, but that's a reaction from the local anesthetic when it starts to block the nerve signals to stop the pain.

What are the 5 types of fillings?

5 Types of Dental Fillings. 1) Composite Filling. Composite resin fillings are made up of a mixture of plastic and glass powder. 2) Amalgam Filling. Amalgam is usually thought of as a silver filling. 3) Ceramic Filling. Ceramic fillings are made of porcelain. 4) Gold Filling. 5) Glass Ionomer Filling.

Tooth Fillings

Resolve Your Tooth Decay with Our Quality Dental Fillings

Care Dental Camberwell proudly provides quality tooth-coloured filling treatments to patients in need of lasting solutions to cavities and tooth decay.

Leaving tooth decay untreated can quickly result in severe damage to your teeth and a significant deterioration of your oral health. However, thanks to our reliable restorative dental treatments, patients can prevent this from happening.

What Is a Tooth Filling?

Tooth fillings are a type of restorative dental treatment we use to fill and seal cavities. They are an effective tool for making decayed teeth stronger. Additionally, since we only use dental filling materials that consist of white composite resin, our fillings blend perfectly with your teeth’s natural colour. We also have safe and specific protocols for removing damaged amalgam fillings, providing rubber dams and oxygen masks if requested.

Additionally, we also offer porcelain inlays and onlays, which are durable, excellent biocompatilable materials. Our cutting-edge CEREC technology allows us to recate these amazing porcelain fillings as same-day treatments. Contact Care Dental Camberwell for quality tooth filling treatments.

Our Composite Tooth Filling Procedure

The tooth filling procedure begins with an assessment of your condition and thorough cleaning of the cavity. This stage also involves removing bacteria inside the tooth and disinfecting the tooth to stop the infection.

After, we will sculpt BPA-free composite resin filling material into the cavity. Our dentists will then use a special light to make the material set. Finally, we will polish and shape the filling, ensuring it fits your tooth and bite perfectly. Though some patients report experiencing mild discomfort and sensitivity immediately after the procedure, you’ll be back to enjoying your teeth’s full function in no time.

What Are the Benefits of Tooth Fillings?

Tooth filling treatments are one of the cheapest and most effective dental restorative procedures, helping patients restore the structure of their damaged teeth. Your filling’s durability will depend on the type of filling you get and how well you care for it. Composite fillings on average last roughly five and seven years, could be even more if its well taken care of

At Care Dental Camberwell, we do not place silver amalgam fillings. We specialise in composite dental fillings. Besides their discrete nature, they also offer several additional benefits, such as:

Frequently Asked Questions

When Are Dental Fillings Necessary?

Tooth fillings are ideal for patients who have tooth decay or tooth damage or need to replace a previous filling. You might need temporary fillings if your treatment requires multiple visits, you need emergency treatment, or you are receiving root canal therapy.

How Long Will The Filling Process Take?

Tooth filling treatments are quick procedures that we can complete in one appointment. In most cases, you can complete the treatment anywhere between 20 minutes to an hour. Your procedure’s length will depend on how many fillings you require, how decayed the tooth is, and the location of the tooth that requires a filling.

Will The Procedure Be Painful?

No, getting a filling is not supposed to be a painful procedure. Our dentists will use a local anaesthetic to numb the area around the tooth if necessary.

How Can I Tell When My Fillings Need Replacing?

Tooth fillings are not permanent. They will wear out with time. Our dentists will be able to let you know when this happens, which is why regular dental check-ups are essential. However, if you notice any issues if your fillings yourself,, please make an appointment with us as soon as possible.

Protect Your Teeth and Say Goodbye to Cavities

Are you dealing with cavities and need an effective solution? Get in touch with Care Dental Camberwell to learn more about our tooth filling, inlays, and onlays.