What it is.
A filling that repairs a small cavity with a tooth-coloured composite material, matched to the shade of your tooth so it disappears into your smile.
Who it’s for.
- Patients with a cavity found at a check-up
- People replacing an older, worn filling
- Anyone with a small chip to repair
What to expect.
- Numbing gel, then a local anaesthetic that we check twice
- Removal of the decay and a clean, dry space
- The filling placed in layers and set with a blue light
- A bite check so it feels natural
How long it takes.
About 45 minutes for one filling.
Aftercare.
- Avoid chewing on the numb side until feeling returns, about two hours
- Mild sensitivity can last a few days
- Call us if your bite feels high or sensitivity gets worse