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Dental fillings are a simple yet essential treatment to restore decayed, damaged, or worn teeth. At ATS Dental Clinic, we recommend fillings when cavities, fractures, or wear-and-tear compromise your tooth’s structure.
If left untreated, a small cavity can grow deeper, leading to tooth pain, infection, or the need for root canal treatment.
Caries or tooth decay is a common health problem and is caused by a lack of dental hygiene. Sugary foods and beverages that remain on the tooth weaken the enamel, which can eventually cause tooth decay. Remember to consistently floss and brush your teeth to keep them healthy, clean and to avoid tooth decay.
Ensure that you have regular check-ups with your dentist for preventative dental care measures to find and treat problems early. When a filling is needed, your dentist will remove the decayed tooth material, clean the tooth and then fill it with a material of your choosing. The most commonly used materials for fillings are composite resin and silver amalgam and glass ionomer cement filling.
This is the most common reason why people need dental fillings. Most people will experience tooth decay sometime in their lives due to poor oral hygiene. Tooth decay is caused by food reside, especially sugar that remains on the tooth. Without proper flossing and brushing, the sugar remaining on the tooth will cause cavities. The cavity will slowly grow and eventually get into the second layer or dentine of the tooth.
If your tooth is cracked, fractured or chipped, you may need a filling to restore the functionality and appearance. Tooth damage can happen during physical exercise, so always wear a mouthguard at all times when playing extreme sports. Habits such as grinding or clenching your teeth can also weaken and damage the enamel over time.
Dental fillings are not permanent and depending on the material of your filling, you may have to replace it more often. As soon as you notice a hole beginning to form, see your dentist to solve the problem earlier and prevent further damage and pain. Ensure that you have regular dental check-ups with your dentist to locate existing problems and for preventative care.
We offer multiple filling options to suit function, aesthetics, and budget:
At ATS Dental Clinic, we ensure a pain-free and comfortable filling procedure:
A well-done filling can last 5–15 years depending on the material used and oral hygiene. With regular check-ups, proper brushing, and avoiding excessive biting pressure, your filling can last even longer. Fillings not only restore function but also prevent further decay, ensuring your tooth remains healthy for years.
No, dental fillings are usually painless because we use local anesthesia to numb the tooth. You may feel slight pressure or vibration, but no pain during the procedure.
Most fillings take 20–45 minutes depending on the cavity’s size and the number of teeth being treated.
A filling can last 5–15 years with proper care, depending on the material used and your oral hygiene habits.
It depends on the tooth’s location, size of decay, your aesthetic needs, and budget. Our dentist will recommend the best option after examination.
If you received a tooth-coloured composite filling, you can eat soon after numbness wears off. For silver amalgam fillings, wait at least 24 hours for complete hardening.
Yes, with composite or ceramic fillings, we can match the shade to your natural teeth for a seamless look.
No special care is required—just maintain good oral hygiene, brush twice daily, floss regularly, and visit your dentist for check-ups.
Yes, but it’s rare. Poor bonding, excessive chewing pressure, or tooth grinding can cause it. If it happens, visit us immediately for replacement.
Yes, old amalgam fillings can be replaced with composite or ceramic fillings for better appearance and function.
The cavity will grow deeper, leading to pain, infection, or root canal treatment. Early fillings save time, money, and prevent major dental problems.
