White Fillings

White Fillings at Harley Street, London

In an ideal condition, routine dental checkups plus good oral hygiene should be sufficient to keep fillings away but sad enough, some people still go about with pain and unease as a result of tooth decay.

Untreated decay can progress into the formation of an abscess, which usually requires a root canal treatment.

A filling is an easy, pain-free procedure that can effectively treat tooth decay in most cases and restore the health of your tooth.

At the Harley Street Dentist, we provide white fillings as a cosmetic dentistry procedure for patients who certainly should use it. If you are having tooth decay, you can come for diagnosis and treatment at our clinic. It is located at Harley Street, London.

So, what are white fillings?

White fillings are used in cosmetic dentistry to treat tooth decay. They are usually made of a blend of metals, and you can choose to pay for them privately. White fillings look more natural in appearance and contain a composite resin. This resin is a plastic mixture blended with silicon dioxide (glass) and is coloured like a tooth. Originally, it was used for teeth that are visible in a smile but today’s resin is so strong that it can be used in any part of the mouth.

If you need help with white fillings for tooth decay, do book an appointment with us at The Harley Street Dentist. Our dentists are professional and friendly in rendering services. We have a modern clinic that facilitates very good treatment of dental cases including tooth decay. Come to us as soon as you notice any sign of tooth decay, and we will have your tooth checked out and treated with a white filling (if necessary).

What to expect when getting white fillings

As a better alternative to conventional metallic fillings, composite resins provide a more durable and viable option which is more advanced in cosmetic dentistry.

When you go for a filling, your dentist will begin by carefully numbing the affected tooth area using a thin syringe to administer an effective and prompt action anaesthetic. We understand that most patients are scared of being injected so, our dentists will ensure they make this procedure very comfortable and give sufficient time to allow the anaesthetic kick in within your appointment.

Using a delicate drill, they will remove any decay within your tooth, and a rounded drill to smoothen any obvious rough edges. You may experience a lot of noise in your head from the second drill, but the process is pain-free due to the effect of the anaesthetic.

After preparing your tooth, your dentist will proceed to apply the white filling, which will be glued or bonded to your tooth enamel. This is unlike several years ago where the practice was just to plug it into your tooth, presently the bonding sees to it that the resin is held in firmly.

Treatment with white fillings is comfortable and effective at the Harley Street Dentist. You should come over and see for yourself!

Can I have white fillings?

Should your tooth decay demand that you have a filling, you can ask your dentist for a white filling. The choice of a white filling comes in handy, especially when your laughter or smile makes your filling visible. Again, if you will feel self-conscious with a metallic amalgam, then go for white fillings!

However, in a case where your tooth is seriously damaged from an injury or decay, it may be ideal for you to have an inlay or onlay instead of a filling. An inlay will replace half of your missing tooth. It is mostly used when a tooth cavity is too wide to be treated with a filling but does not require a crown. Thanks to our Cad/Cam Cerec technology! Your onlay can be made as you wait in our office. They look very natural and are durable.

Do white fillings take so much time?

An appointment for a filling will not exceed half an hour. This includes time for your examination and numbing with an anaesthetic. Often, the decayed tooth is noticed during regular checkups and should your dentist recommend a filling, it may be possible to get it done during your appointment if there is enough time. You may book another appointment if there isn’t much time.

Need Help?

If you need a regular dental checkup, do well to contact us at the Harley Street Dentist. Our office is located in Harley Street, London. You can also give us a call on 02071830903 if you are experiencing some much pain and discomfort. We can arrange an appointment for you as soon as possible. Feel free to ask all your questions about white fillings at your appointment. Our dentist provides very good dental care all the time.

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