A dental filling can restore a tooth affected by decay while helping you preserve as much of your natural tooth as possible. At our Hampstead dental practice, we provide comfortable, discreet composite fillings tailored to your needs.
Understanding Dental Fillings
A tooth that has some decay may contain a cavity or hole in the tooth. If the decay isn’t removed early enough then this can cause it to spread down through the tooth. This can lead to infection, pain and sometimes tooth loss. We use fillings to fill the gap once the decay has been removed. This allows you to preserve as much of the natural tooth as possible.
We advise that you do everything possible to avoid dental decay and therefore avoid fillings. Your dentist will be happy to provide extensive oral hygiene instructions and training. This will give you all the information you need to stay dentally fit.
Sometimes decay has progressed and fillings are unavoidable. Therefore, after your dental examination your dentist will give you all the options available. Once you start treatment, we will use local anaesthetic and then remove all the decay from the tooth. We’ll then fill the cavity with a dental filling that is right for you. These fillings are hard wearing and can last many years, with the right care.
Our Filling Option
At Heath Street Dental, we most commonly work with a white composite filling. The white composite provides you with a very discreet and virtually invisible filling. We can also replace your old silver amalgam fillings with a composite. This may help you achieve a more natural looking smile.
A white composite can often also be used to repair chipped teeth. This is simply cosmetic treatment to improve the aesthetic look of your smile. Your dentist can advise you if this treatment is suitable for you during your dental examinations.
Why Choose Us
At Heath Street Dental, we combine experienced dental care with a gentle, personalised approach to help you maintain healthy teeth and achieve a confident, natural-looking smile. From preventive advice to restorative treatments, we take the time to understand your needs and provide treatment you can feel comfortable with.
Our experienced dental team provides careful, professional treatment tailored to your individual oral health needs.
We use discreet tooth-coloured composite fillings to help restore your teeth while maintaining a natural-looking smile.
We take a gentle approach to treatment and use local anaesthetic where required to help keep your experience as comfortable as possible.
We assess your teeth carefully and discuss the available treatment options so you can make an informed decision about your care.
With the right care, our fillings are designed to be hard wearing and help protect the natural structure and function of your teeth.
We don't just treat existing problems. We also provide oral hygiene advice and guidance to help you prevent future dental decay.
What You Need To Know
Whether you are concerned about tooth decay, considering a composite filling or simply want to understand the treatment process, we are here to help. Find answers to some of the most common questions about dental fillings and what you can expect from your treatment.
A dental filling is used to repair a tooth that has been damaged by decay. Your dentist removes the decayed part of the tooth and fills the space with a suitable filling material, helping to restore the tooth's shape, function and strength.
You may need a filling if you have tooth decay that has created a cavity or hole in the tooth. Treating decay early can help prevent it from spreading further and may reduce the risk of pain, infection or tooth loss.
The filling procedure is generally comfortable. We use local anaesthetic when required to numb the area before removing the decay, helping to minimise discomfort during treatment.
The time required depends on the size and location of the filling and the extent of the decay. Your dentist will assess your tooth during your examination and explain what treatment is needed and how long it is likely to take.
White composite fillings are tooth-coloured restorations designed to blend discreetly with your natural teeth. They can provide a more natural-looking result than traditional silver amalgam fillings.
Yes, in suitable cases, an old silver amalgam filling can be replaced with a white composite filling. Your dentist will assess the existing filling and tooth and advise whether replacement with composite is appropriate.
A white composite can sometimes be used to repair a chipped tooth and improve its appearance. Your dentist will examine the tooth and advise whether composite bonding or another treatment would be most suitable.
Dental fillings can last for many years with good oral hygiene and regular dental care. Their lifespan depends on factors such as the size and position of the filling, your bite and how well you care for your teeth.
Whether you need to treat tooth decay, replace an old filling or repair a chipped tooth, our team at Heath Street Dental is here to help. Book an appointment to discuss the right treatment for your smile.
Patient Stories
We’re proud to care for patients across Hampstead and beyond. Here’s what they have to say about their experience at our dental practice.
From the moment I walked in, the team made me feel comfortable and at ease. The dental examination was thorough and reassuring.
Friendly staff, flexible appointment times, and a very professional dentist. I finally feel confident about my dental health.
The practice is clean, modern, and welcoming. Everything was explained clearly, and I never felt rushed.
I’m usually nervous about dental visits, but the team was incredibly kind and patient. Highly recommended.
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