Composite Fillings That Look and Feel Like Your Natural Teeth
Dental fillings are one of the most common treatments we provide for cavities and tooth decay. At Smyl Dentistry, our composite resin fillings are colour-matched to your natural teeth, restoring the tooth’s strength without changing how your smile looks. The same composite resin bonds directly to the tooth surface and often requires removing less healthy structure than older amalgam fillings.
Why Are Composite Fillings Important?
Why Are Composite Fillings Important?
Getting a dental filling can feel like just another chore, and it’s easy to put off, especially when your tooth isn’t hurting yet. But treating cavities early matters more than most patients realize, and it can save you from far more invasive dental work later. Here’s why we recommend having cavities filled as soon as possible:
- Stop cavities and tooth decay from spreading.
- Prevent painful infections or dental abscesses.
- Restore tooth strength weakened by decay.
- Avoid costlier treatment, like a root canal, down the road.
- Reduce sensitivity to hot and cold foods.
- Preserve your natural smile for years to come.
Getting a Cavity Filled: What to Expect
Gentle Freezing
Before we begin, we will take the time to carefully numb your gums so we can gently freeze the area. People often feel anxious about this step. Local anaesthetic will numb your teeth and gums so you barely feel a thing during your dental procedure.
Filling the Tooth
After we confirm that you’re comfortably frozen, your tooth is carefully cleaned and prepped. A bonding gel is placed on the affected tooth, over which a composite resin (tooth-coloured filling material) is moulded and sculpted to match your natural contours and bite.
Curing the Composite
The composite resin used to fill or bond your tooth is quickly hardened with a specialized curing light. Your dentist will carefully examine the finished restoration, making any necessary adjustments before giving it a final polish.
How Much Does a Composite Filling Cost in Toronto?
Dental fillings are a routine treatment and an effective way to prevent cavities from causing more serious dental problems. Most dental insurance plans provide coverage for fillings, helping make treatment more affordable. With a typical insurance plan, you could expect to pay anywhere from $0 to $100+. Without dental insurance, a dental filling can cost anywhere from $120 to $300 or more, especially if you need multiple fillings at once.
When determining the cost of your dental filling treatment, we consider a few important factors:
- Your current oral health and the condition of your tooth.
- How many cavities or fillings you need.
- Where the cavity is located in your mouth.
- Whether new dental X-rays are required.
- The amount of time needed to complete your treatment.
- The materials, equipment, and supplies required for your specific needs.
Treating cavities right away is very important to us. A dental filling can help prevent tooth decay from progressing, reduce the risk of serious dental pain, and protect your natural tooth. Addressing a cavity early can also help you avoid more extensive dental treatments down the road, keeping your smile healthy for years to come.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Keep up with daily brushing and flossing, plus regular teeth cleanings and checkups, and your fillings should easily last well over a decade.
Older fillings were typically made from an alloy called dental amalgam, often nicknamed ‘silver fillings’ or ‘mercury fillings.’ While the safety of amalgam fillings is still debated, the Canadian Dental Association notes that scientific studies haven’t confirmed dental amalgam causes illness in the general population. So if you’ve still got silver fillings, there’s no need to worry.
You can find over-the-counter products to temporarily patch a cavity or minor tooth damage until you can get to the dentist, but they’re not a permanent fix and can’t replace a professional dental filling. A cavity is permanent tooth damage that needs to be cleaned, prepped and filled by a trained dentist. Letting tooth decay go untreated comes with serious risks. Left alone, cavities can eventually lead to tooth loss and a painful dental abscess.
If you’re dealing with severe tooth pain that’s keeping you from eating or sleeping, that’s considered a dental emergency, and we urge you to call us right away. We can walk you through what to do over the phone and get you in as soon as possible. For temporary toothache relief, apply a cold compress to your face over the sore area. An over-the-counter pain reliever like acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil) can also help take the edge off. Always follow your doctor’s advice and read the label before taking any medication. Jot down what you took, how much, and when, so you can let us know at your appointment.
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