As a family-friendly dental practice in Harrow Weald, we deliver quality, comprehensive general and cosmetic dental treatments using the latest innovations and techniques in dentistry.
As a family-friendly dental practice in Harrow Weald, we deliver quality, comprehensive general and cosmetic dental treatments using the latest innovations and techniques in dentistry.
Here's what a typical fillings process looks like:
1. Assessment: Your dentist starts by examining your teeth and identifying areas with decay or damage.
2. Numbing: To ensure you're comfortable, a local anaesthetic is applied to numb the area around the affected tooth. You won't feel any pain during the procedure.
3. Removal of Decay: Using specialised instruments, your dentist removes the decayed or damaged part of the tooth, leaving a clean space for the filling.
4. Filling Placement: The prepared area is filled with the chosen dental material. Common filling materials include amalgam (silver-colored), composite resin (tooth-colored), gold, or ceramic. The choice depends on factors like the location of the tooth, your budget, and your aesthetic preferences.
5. Shaping and Polishing: After the filling material is placed, your dentist shapes it to fit the natural contours of your tooth. This ensures a comfortable bite and a seamless appearance. The filling is then polished to a smooth finish.
