Treating dental problems
A filling repairs a tooth where decay or minor damage has left a hole or weak area, helping to restore its shape and function.
This page describes a common dental treatment. Please contact the clinic to confirm whether it is available and suitable for you.
The dentist first removes the decayed or damaged part of the tooth, usually after numbing the area with a local anaesthetic. The space is then filled with a restorative material and shaped to fit your bite.
Different filling materials are available, such as tooth-coloured composite. The dentist can explain which options suit the size and position of the cavity.
You may want to book a visit if:
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for professional dental advice. A dentist will examine you and explain the options that suit your situation. If you have severe pain, swelling or an injury, seek urgent care.
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Book an open time online, or send a request and the clinic will contact you to arrange a time that suits you.
The clinic calls you to confirm every booking. A request without a time is not a booking until the clinic agrees one with you.
