Best for Teeth
Composite is a beautiful material that can support and strengthen weakened teeth and allow them to stay healthy for many years.
White Fillings
Enhance your smile with white fillings - the ideal solution for mild to moderate damage or decay in teeth. Unlike silver fillings, white fillings look indistinguishable from real teeth, but they also strengthen teeth and make them more resistant to decay.
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White Fillings Are The Ideal Solution For Fixing Mild To Moderate Decay Or Damage In Teeth!
What Exactly Is A Tooth Filling?
Dental fillings (Tooth Fillings) are restorative materials that can prevent tooth damage from worsening and restore teeth to their original appearance and shape.
We use them when natural tooth structure is damaged and decayed.
By removing this damaged part of your tooth and replacing it with a filling, you can enjoy better oral health and restore the tooth to its natural appearance and shape.
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Type of Tooth Fillings
For almost all of our fillings at The Modern Dentist, we use
Composite Resin - A very strong material that looks exactly like real tooth structure and bonds to teeth in a strong and reliable way.
Glass Ionomer - In some specific cases, we use tooth-coloured material called Glass Ionomer. While the material isn't as strong or aesthetic as composite, it's less technique-sensitive and can be used where getting a good result with composite would be impossible.
For example, people who are unable to have composite fillings for physical or medical reasons, those with difficult wisdom teeth, or kids with milk teeth can all benefit from Glass Ionomer fillings.
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How Much White Fillings Cost?
At The Modern Dentist, white fillings range from £200 for very small or minor fillings up to a maximum of £450.
The most expensive fillings are for complex teeth restorations, where a large part of the tooth is being reconstructed.
This process can take up to 90 minutes for one tooth and necessitates recreating contacts with neighbouring teeth to avoid food trapping and contacts with the opposing teeth to allow comfortable chewing.
Why Do Some Fillings Look Amazing And Others Look Terrible?
This usually comes down to the skill of the dentist carrying out the filling, but also the choice of materials and bonding techniques used.
At The Modern Dentist, we try to make our fillings look so invisible that even another dentist wouldn't spot them!
The Benefits Of Composite Fillings
Cosmetically Superior
Tooth-coloured fillings can match your current teeth, making them nearly indistinguishable from the real thing.
They're ideal for individuals who want the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Treat Symptoms
If you've been having sensitivity or discomfort from a tooth because of wear, decay or a crack, a well-bonded Composite filling will often make the symptoms disappear.
Metal Free
Unlike silver amalgam fillings containing mercury, white fillings are free from metals.
They're an excellent choice for individuals who are concerned about the health risks associated with metal fillings or who prefer a natural-looking option for dental restorations.
Biocompatible
White fillings are highly biocompatible, which means they work with natural tissue and aren't likely to cause any side effects or allergic reactions.
Most importantly, biocompatible materials can help you maintain optimal oral health as they won't disrupt the oral microbiome balance.
Tooth Friendly
Composite resin bonds well to your tooth's natural structure and creates a strong seal.
This process reduces the risks of damage and fractures while also preserving the tooth.
Tooth Filling Process
For a composite filling, the procedure involves several steps:
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When we place a filling on a live tooth, we usually use a local anaesthetic, which numbs the area and ensures you don't experience any discomfort.
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White Fillings Aftercare Advice
White fillings are designed to replicate the aesthetic appeal and functionality of natural teeth, so the aftercare advice we'll offer is usually similar to the dental care of natural teeth.
The most important aftercare tips include:
Avoiding lots of sugar and acid in your diet.
Use a good-quality electric toothbrush (like a Philips Sonicare) and floss or use interdental brushes daily.
Wearing a night guard if your dentist feels it would benefit you. These guards stop you from clenching and grinding your teeth and are vital for protecting your fillings and existing teeth.
Your Dentist In Shoreditch, London
Located at the City end of Shoreditch, we are very accessible by tube:
Two minute walk from Old Street Tube Station (Northern Line)
Ten minute walk from Moorgate/Liverpool St Tube and rail stations (National Rail, Elizabeth Line, Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines, and London Overground).
We are on many bus routes, including the 43, 55, 135, 205, 214, and 243.
There is some limited Pay & Display street parking across the road from the practice and a nearby car park on Clere Street.
We have good disabled access for all our treatments and services, including our OPG and CBCT scanner and our well-proportioned bathroom.
We look forward to welcoming you in person very soon!
FAQs
Most people are good candidates for composite fillings.
Occasionally, if tooth isolation is impossible for medical or other reasons, we may opt for an alternative material called Glass Ionomer.
This material is not as strong or beautiful as composite but is less technique-sensitive.
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