Restore the Natural Look and Feel of Your Teeth.
From repairing minor decay to preventing more serious dental issues, fillings are one of the most effective and frequently performed procedures in our practice. Our tooth-coloured composite resin fillings are colour matched to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. Compared to traditional amalgam fillings, composite resin bonds more effectively to the tooth structure, requires less drilling, and delivers a result that looks and feels completely natural.
Why Are Fillings So Important?
Treating cavities early helps protect your teeth and prevent more serious dental problems. Fillings are important because they:
- Stop Decay from Spreading – Prevent cavities from growing and causing further damage.
- Prevent Pain and Infection – Help prevent decay from reaching the inner tooth and causing infection.
- Restore Tooth Strength – Reinforce weakened teeth and restore their function.
- Save You Money – Early treatment can help prevent the need for more complex procedures later.
- Reduce Sensitivity – Protect exposed areas of the tooth from hot and cold temperatures.
- Preserve Your Natural Smile – Help keep your teeth healthy and strong for years to come.
How is a cavity filled?
Gentle Freezing
Before treatment begins, we carefully numb the area to ensure your comfort. Many patients feel anxious about this step, but our gentle approach helps make the experience as comfortable as possible. Once the area is frozen, your tooth and surrounding tissues will be numb, allowing your filling to be completed with little to no discomfort.
Filling the Tooth
Once the area is fully frozen, we carefully remove the decay and prepare the tooth for restoration. A bonding agent is applied, followed by a tooth-coloured composite filling material that is shaped and sculpted to match the natural contours of your tooth and bite. This ensures a strong, comfortable, and natural-looking result.
Curing the Filling
Once the tooth-coloured filling material has been placed and shaped, a special LED curing light is used to quickly harden and strengthen it. Your dentist will then check the fit and bite, make any necessary adjustments, and polish the restoration for a smooth, natural-looking finish.
The Cost of a Filling in Hamilton
Fillings are a routine and effective way to prevent more serious dental problems, and most insurance plans provide significant coverage. With typical insurance, you may pay anywhere from $0 to $100+. Without insurance, fillings generally range from $120 to $300+, especially if multiple fillings are required.
The exact cost of treatment depends on several factors, including:
- Your current oral health
- The number of fillings needed
- The location of the cavity
- Whether new X-rays are required
- The time needed for your treatment
- The materials and equipment required
Treating cavities early is important, as fillings help prevent more complex procedures, reduce the risk of dental pain, and support long-term oral health.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
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