Dental Services · Indiranagar & Bellandur

Dental Fillings / Teeth Fillings in Bangalore

A filling repairs a tooth damaged by decay or a fracture. The decayed part is removed, the cavity cleaned, and the space rebuilt with a material that restores the tooth's shape and function. Tooth-coloured composite is the usual choice, so the repair is not visible.

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Tooth-coloured dental filling being placed at The Aesthetic Edge, Bangalore

Is this you?

I have a dark spot on a tooth and I am worried it is a cavity.

Something catches on that tooth when I run my tongue over it.

Cold water gives me a sharp twinge on one particular tooth.

An old silver filling has cracked and I would like it replaced with something tooth-coloured.

Treatment at a glance

VisitsUsually one appointment per tooth

AnaesthesiaLocal anaesthesia where the cavity is deep or close to the nerve

MaterialsComposite resin, glass ionomer or amalgam, discussed at assessment

AfterwardsComposite sets immediately — you can eat once the numbness wears off

Performed byA dentist, always

Consultation₹500, waived off against treatment

What it does for you

Stops decay spreading

Decay does not stop on its own. Removing it and sealing the cavity prevents it reaching the pulp, which is the point at which a filling is no longer enough.

Avoids larger treatment later

A cavity caught early is a filling. The same cavity left alone becomes a root canal and a crown, or an extraction. This is the whole argument for treating it now.

Tooth-coloured and invisible

Composite resin is shade-matched to the surrounding enamel and bonded to the tooth, so a repaired tooth does not announce itself the way a metal filling does.

Keeps the natural tooth structure

Only the decayed tissue is removed. The healthy part of the tooth is preserved and reinforced, rather than the whole tooth being cut down.

Restores normal chewing

Rebuilding the tooth's shape and biting surface means it takes load properly again, and food stops packing into the cavity.

Works anywhere in the mouth

Fillings repair molars, premolars and front teeth, including chipped edges, with the material chosen to suit the position and the chewing forces there.

How the treatment works

Assessment

Examination and X-ray where needed to confirm the extent of the decay and whether a filling is the right treatment.

Preparation

The tooth is numbed if required, the decayed tissue removed, and the cavity cleaned and shaped to hold the filling.

Placement

The material is placed, contoured to the tooth's natural shape and hardened with a curing light.

Bite check and polish

The bite is adjusted so the filling sits level, and the surface is polished to a smooth finish.

Side effects, honestly

Most patients experience none of these. Some patients, in rare cases, may notice the following — listed because you deserve the full picture before you decide.

Temperature sensitivity

Sensitivity to hot and cold for a few days after placement is common, particularly with a deep filling, and normally settles on its own.

A filling that feels high

If the tooth feels like it hits first when you bite, come back to have it adjusted. Leaving it causes ongoing soreness and can crack the filling — it takes a couple of minutes to correct.

A deep cavity may still need a root canal

Where decay has reached close to the nerve, the pulp can remain inflamed after the filling. If pain persists or worsens, root canal treatment may be required. Your dentist should warn you of this before starting.

Fillings do not last forever

Fillings wear, chip and can leak at the margins over the years, letting decay start again underneath. This is why they are checked at routine appointments rather than assumed to be permanent.

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Questions patients ask

Does getting a filling hurt?

Local anaesthesia is used where the cavity is deep or near the nerve, so the procedure itself should not be painful. Small, shallow fillings can sometimes be done without it.

How long do dental fillings last?

Several years on average, though it varies with the material, where the tooth sits, how heavily you chew and how well you clean. They are checked at routine appointments and replaced when they wear or leak.

What types of filling are available?

Composite resin, which is tooth-coloured and bonded in place; glass ionomer, often used in specific situations; and amalgam, the traditional silver material. Your dentist will recommend based on the size and position of the cavity.

How do I know if I need a filling?

Often you cannot tell yourself — early decay causes no symptoms, which is why routine check-ups find it. Sensitivity, a dark spot, food catching in a tooth or a rough edge are all worth getting looked at.

Can I eat straight after a filling?

Composite fillings are fully hardened before you leave, so you only need to wait until the numbness wears off to avoid biting your cheek or tongue.

Are there alternatives to a filling?

Where the damage is too extensive for a filling to hold, an inlay, onlay or crown may be recommended instead. That decision depends on how much healthy tooth structure is left.

Should I replace my old silver fillings?

Not automatically. A sound amalgam filling that is sealing well does not need replacing. Replacement is indicated when it fractures, leaks or has decay beneath it, or where you specifically want a tooth-coloured repair.

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