DENTEGO • RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Dental
Fillings
Restore teeth affected by cavities or minor damage with carefully placed tooth-coloured restorations designed to preserve natural tooth structure, function and appearance.
RESTORING THE TOOTH
What Is a Dental Filling?
A dental filling is a restoration used to repair a tooth that has been affected by decay, minor fracture, wear or other limited structural damage.
The damaged or decayed portion of the tooth is treated and the resulting area is restored with an appropriate dental material.
Modern tooth-coloured restorative materials can help rebuild the natural contour of the tooth while providing a discreet appearance.
WHEN A FILLING MAY BE NEEDED
Why Might a Tooth Need a Filling?
Dental Decay
A cavity caused by tooth decay may require removal of the affected tissue followed by restoration of the tooth.
Small Fractures
Selected chipped or mildly fractured teeth may be repaired using restorative material.
Worn Tooth Structure
Areas affected by tooth wear may sometimes benefit from restorative treatment.
Old Fillings
A damaged, leaking or failing existing filling may require clinical assessment and replacement.
Cervical Defects
Selected defects near the gum line may be restored when clinically appropriate.
Minor Tooth Damage
Limited structural defects may sometimes be repaired conservatively rather than requiring a more extensive restoration.
NATURAL APPEARANCE
Tooth-Coloured Dental Fillings
Tooth-coloured restorative materials are selected to blend more naturally with the surrounding tooth.
They can be used in many anterior and posterior teeth depending on the size, position and clinical requirements of the restoration.
Material selection and restoration design are determined after examining the individual tooth.
Preserve Natural Tooth Structure
Conservative restorative treatment aims to retain healthy tooth structure wherever clinically appropriate while repairing the damaged area.
TREATMENT PROCESS
How Is a Dental Filling Done?
Examination
The tooth is examined to assess the extent of decay or structural damage.
Tooth Preparation
Decayed or compromised tooth structure is carefully removed where required.
Restoration Placement
The restorative material is placed and shaped to rebuild the affected part of the tooth.
Shaping & Finishing
The restoration is shaped, finished and polished to create an appropriate contour.
Bite Check
The bite is checked and adjustments are made where necessary.
CONSERVATIVE RESTORATIVE CARE
Goals of Dental Filling Treatment
Remove Decay
Diseased tooth structure can be treated before the tooth is restored.
Restore Shape
Restorative material rebuilds the portion of tooth structure that has been lost.
Restore Function
A properly planned restoration can help return the tooth to normal dental function.
Natural Appearance
Tooth-coloured materials can provide a restoration that blends with the surrounding tooth structure.
INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT PLANNING
Filling or Crown — Which Does the Tooth Need?
Not every damaged tooth can be treated with a filling. The appropriate restoration depends on how much healthy tooth structure remains and the extent and location of the damage.
Smaller defects may often be suitable for a direct filling, while extensively weakened teeth may require a different restorative approach such as an onlay or crown.
The decision is made after clinical examination of the individual tooth.
CARING FOR RESTORED TEETH
Looking After Your Dental Filling
Brush thoroughly with fluoride toothpaste
Clean between the teeth regularly
Attend regular dental examinations
Have existing restorations checked periodically
RESTORE • PROTECT • PRESERVE
Does Your Tooth Need a Filling?
Early assessment of a cavity or damaged tooth can help determine whether a conservative dental restoration is appropriate.
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