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Dental fillings and restorations in Camden

Gentle, tooth-coloured fillings and restorations to repair decay, chips and worn teeth — and help protect your long-term oral health.

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Fillings are one of the most common dental treatments and are used to restore teeth affected by decay (cavities), small fractures, chips or wear. At Dentistree in Camden, we use modern tooth-coloured composite materials that bond directly to the tooth and blend in with your natural smile. Treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic where needed, and your dentist will explain what's involved before any work is started.

Catching decay early matters

Tooth decay typically progresses slowly and quietly, often without pain in the early stages. Smaller cavities can usually be restored with a straightforward filling, while larger or deeper decay may require more involved treatment such as an inlay, onlay, crown or — in some cases — root canal treatment. Regular check-ups (and X-rays where clinically indicated) are the most reliable way to catch decay before it progresses, which generally means simpler, more conservative and longer-lasting restorations.

  • Tooth-coloured composite (white) fillings
  • Treatment of new and recurring decay
  • Repair of chipped, cracked or worn teeth
  • Replacement of old or failing fillings
  • Local anaesthetic for comfort where needed
  • Honest discussion of larger restoration options
FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Some cavities cause sensitivity, pain on biting, or a visible hole or dark spot, but many cause no symptoms at all in the early stages. A dental examination, often with X-rays where clinically indicated, is the most reliable way to detect decay before it progresses.
Modern composite (tooth-coloured) materials are well-suited to most situations and bond directly to the tooth. For very large restorations or heavily loaded back teeth, your dentist may recommend an inlay, onlay or crown for added strength and longevity.
Local anaesthetic is used where needed so the procedure itself shouldn't be painful. Some sensitivity to cold or pressure is common in the days afterwards and usually settles on its own.
Lifespan varies based on the size and location of the filling, your bite, oral hygiene and habits like grinding. With good care, many fillings last for years, but no filling is permanent and they may need replacement or upgrade over time.
Most people return to normal activities straight after a filling. If anaesthetic was used, parts of your mouth may stay numb for a few hours — be careful eating or drinking hot drinks until full sensation returns.
If decay or damage is too extensive for a filling to reliably restore the tooth, your dentist will discuss options such as an inlay, onlay, crown or, in some cases, root canal treatment. The goal is always to keep your natural tooth where possible.

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