Dental fillings repair cavities or minor tooth damage using durable, tooth-colored materials. They restore strength, prevent further decay, and blend naturally with your existing smile—all in a quick, easy appointment.
We numb the area, remove the decayed portion of the tooth, and fill the space with a durable, tooth-colored material. This restores strength, prevents further decay, and blends naturally with your smile.
Dental fillings repair decay and restore strength to your tooth. They stop cavities from spreading, relieve sensitivity, and keep your smile functional and natural-looking—often completed in one quick, easy visit.
Dental Fillings
Fill cavities with strong, tooth-colored material.
Anyone with a cavity, chipped tooth, or small area of damage should consider dental fillings. It’s the quickest way to restore the strength, function, and appearance of a decayed or damaged tooth.
Your dentist numbs the area, removes decay, and fills the cavity with a tooth-colored material. The process is quick and comfortable. Once the numbing wears off, your tooth feels normal again, and you’re free to eat and smile with confidence.
Dental fillings usually take 30–60 minutes, depending on the size and location of the cavity. Most are completed in a single visit. You’ll be numb during treatment and can resume eating once the anesthesia wears off in a few hours.
After getting a filling, your tooth may be sensitive for a few days—especially to hot or cold. Avoid sticky or hard foods until numbness wears off, and follow your dentist’s advice to ensure long-term success.
You may feel slight sensitivity or numbness after a filling for a few hours. Avoid chewing on the treated side until the numbness wears off. Most people return to normal eating and function the same day.
