Restore teeth with a durable solution
Dental fillings are the most frequently performed treatment in our clinic. They repair and strengthen damaged teeth while helping to prevent further decay or infection that could lead to more complex procedures. We use tooth-coloured composite resin fillings, carefully matched to blend with your natural teeth. Unlike traditional amalgam (metal) fillings, composite resin bonds securely to the tooth and can be applied in smaller areas, meaning less drilling and a more conservative approach.
What's so great about composite fillings?
- Preserve more of your natural tooth with minimal drilling
- Strong bonding that supports and reinforces the tooth
- Mercury-free and biocompatible material
- Natural-looking results that blend with your smile
- Reduced sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures
What to Expect:
Most procedures are completed in a single visit, so you can quickly return to your normal routine. Here’s what you can expect at your appointment for a composite filling when fixing a cavity (or a few!).
Gentle Freezing
Before the filling process starts, the area is carefully numbed to keep you comfortable throughout treatment. It’s normal to feel a little nervous about this part, but a gentle approach is used to make it as smooth and stress free as possible. Once numbness sets in, your tooth and the surrounding tissue will be fully frozen, allowing the filling to be placed with little to no discomfort.
Fixing the Tooth
With the area fully numb, any decay is carefully removed and the tooth is prepared for restoration. A bonding agent is applied first, followed by a tooth-coloured composite material that’s carefully shaped and sculpted to match your tooth’s natural contours and bite. The result is a filling that feels comfortable, holds up well, and blends naturally with the rest of your smile.
Curing the Filling
Once the tooth-coloured material is placed and shaped, an LED curing light is used to quickly harden it, giving the filling its strength. The fit and bite are then checked closely, with any adjustments made as needed, before the restoration is polished to a smooth, natural-looking finish.
The cost of a filling in Pickering
Fillings are so routine and such a great way to prevent and avoid dental problems that most insurance companies will provide significant coverage for them. With a typical insurance plan or not, you could expect to pay anywhere from $250 to $460 (depending on surface) and up, especially if you require multiple fillings at once.
When we determine the actual cost of your treatment we refer to a few important factors:
- Your current oral health.
- How many fillings you need.
- Where the cavity is located in your mouth.
- Whether or not any new X-rays are required.
- The amount of time required by the dental team to meet your specific needs.
- The equipment and supplies that will be needed to serve all your needs.
Filling cavities promptly is very important to us, as fillings are so effective at preventing more invasive treatments, preventing serious dental pain and keeping you as happy and healthy as possible.
Restore Your Smile Today
Don’t let cavities or minor tooth damage affect your confidence or oral health. Composite fillings offer a safe, effective, and natural-looking solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, composite fillings are mercury-free and considered a safe, biocompatible option for restoring teeth.
With proper care, they can last many years (10-20 years!), depending on wear and oral hygiene habits.
Yes, they are designed to match the colour of your natural teeth for a seamless appearance.
The procedure is typically comfortable, as the area is numbed before treatment begins, and once the freezing wears off everything is done and there’s no recovery time!
There are over-the-counter products available to temporarily fill minor tooth damage until you can make it to the dentist but they are not a permanent solution.
A cavity is permanent tooth damage that must be cleaned, prepared and filled by a dental professional. If a cavity is left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss or tooth abscess.
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