White Fillings

Aesthetic and effective repairs for damaged teeth

Having a tooth filled is an incredibly common dental procedure, treating dental cavities and damage. Composite fillings offer an aesthetic repair, rebuilding teeth and restoring them back to full functionality so you can bite and chew in comfort. Dental composite looks just like dental enamel when in place, and can be colour-matched to blend in perfectly with your natural tooth.

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Why choose composite fillings?

Very natural-looking, designed to perfectly match your existing teeth
A durable and long-lasting tooth restoration
Able to repair cavities, chips, tooth wear and small fractures
Minimally invasive and comfortable procedure
Can be used in place of silver amalgam fillings for an improved look

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What does having a white filling involve?

To begin, we numb the affected area of your mouth using local anaesthetic, to keep you comfortable during treatment. We then remove the decayed or broken part of your tooth and clean the leftover tooth thoroughly.

We paint an acidic gel onto your tooth, which allows the composite material to bond effectively and create a solid repair. We carefully colour-match the white composite material to the exact shade of your natural teeth.

The composite is applied to your tooth in layers, gradually building up the correct shape and size. We then mould the composite material so it fits perfectly, feels comfortable, and does not affect your bite.

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Frequently asked questions

: Many people now opt for a white filling over the more traditional silver amalgam for aesthetic reasons. In the past, white fillings have always been considered less long lasting than silver fillings, but they now have properties comparable to silver amalgam, and are proving to be very successful. A white dental filling has many of the same strong and durable qualities as amalgam and contains no metal. 
: The life expectancy of a white filling can depend greatly on where it is in your mouth and how heavily your teeth come together when you bite. They typically last up to 10 years, but can last longer if looked after properly with excellent oral hygiene routines and regular dental visits.
: This can vary, but they are mainly made of glass particles, synthetic resin and a setting ingredient. They are metal free.
: Yes, a composite dental filling can be easily repaired if it becomes damaged. As the composite is applied in layers and can bond to itself, we can add more material to cover the damage to your filling. In some cases, we may opt to remove the whole filling and replace it, but this still can be achieved in a single appointment. 
: Many people do not want silver fillings that show when they laugh or smile because they are more conscious about the way they look. Silver fillings can appear grey and unsightly. Old, ugly, or worn out fillings are replaced by modern, tooth coloured filling materials, which give a high cosmetic result. The fillings are bonded to the tooth, feel very natural and are colour-matched to the surrounding tooth, making them appear almost invisible.
: If you have silver amalgam fillings and would like a more aesthetic alternative, or your dentist has suggested an old filling needs replacing, we can use white composite. We remove the entire silver filling, clean your tooth and apply the composite to the tooth cavity for a natural looking repair.