Tooth-coloured fillings in Oshawa
Even with great brushing and flossing, cavities happen. Tooth-coloured fillings remove decay, rebuild your tooth and blend in with your smile.
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Real result from our clinic
Cavities happen, even when you brush and floss
The food we eat, our genetics and the natural bacteria in our mouths can all lead to tooth decay, no matter how careful you are.
Our tooth-coloured fillings remove and restore the decayed part of your tooth, and reinforce it at the same time.
Fillings do more than look good. They rebuild a healthy, strong tooth that can handle biting and chewing for many years.
Signs you may need a filling
A chipped tooth
Small chips can be rebuilt with tooth-coloured material.
Decay or a cavity
A filling repairs the cavity and helps stop bacteria from spreading further.
Worn teeth
Fillings can restore teeth that have worn down over time.
Cracked or broken teeth
We can rebuild the tooth so it functions properly again.
Uncomfortable gaps
If gaps between your teeth are annoying or uncomfortable, a filling may help.
How we fill your tooth
What a visit usually looks like, start to finish.
1
X-ray to find the damage
We take an X-ray to check the condition and exact location of the damage.
2
Remove the damaged part
The dentist cleans away the damaged portion using a drill, laser or air abrasion tool.
3
Clean and prepare
We clear the area of any bacteria or debris so the filling bonds well.
4
Fill and restore
We place the tooth-coloured filling to rebuild your tooth’s shape and strength.
5
Aftercare guidance
We share tips on oral hygiene and eating habits, and follow up to help your filling last.
Help your filling last
A filling can last anywhere from 7 to 20 years. Brushing and flossing, eating less sugar, regular checkups and managing clenching or grinding all make a difference.
Questions we hear a lot
Something else on your mind? Call 289-312-1482 and ask us.
What are dental fillings?
Fillings restore missing tooth structure so your tooth works properly again.
Why do I need a filling?
Fillings repair cavities caused by tooth decay and help prevent further bacteria and decay from infecting the tooth.
What types of tooth-coloured fillings are there?
There are three types: composite, ceramic and glass ionomer. Composite is the most common. Glass ionomer is often used for children, and ceramic can last 15 years or longer.
What are the advantages of composite fillings?
They look like part of your natural tooth while reinforcing its structure, and they are strong enough to handle years of biting and chewing.
How long will my filling last?
Anywhere from 7 to 20 years, depending on how you care for your teeth. Brushing, flossing, diet, regular exams and whether you clench or grind all play a part.
Book your visit
New patients welcome. We bill most insurance and the CDCP directly. Serving Oshawa, Whitby, Courtice, Ajax and Bowmanville.
Request an appointment
Call during clinic hours or email us your name, phone number and what you need: checkup, cleaning, emergency, Invisalign, a free consultation, or your insurance or CDCP details. We’ll call you back to confirm a time.
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