24/09/2026
LET US LEARN ABOUT FILLINGS? WHAT TO EXPECT IN THAT VISIT?
Dental fillings arenāt only used to repair cavities. They can also be employed to fix damage created by tooth grinding, or to repair a broken tooth ā provided the damage isnāt too extensive. No matter the reason, when your dentist tells you that you need this procedure, itās normal to be a little nervous and wonder if itāll hurt. Hereās what to expect when getting your first filling.
Placing dental fillings
Youāre unlikely to feel any pain during the procedure. Hereās how itāll go.
⢠Youāll be given a local anesthetic. Your dentist will numb the area around your tooth to be sure that you donāt feel anything during the rest of the procedure.
⢠The decay will be removed. Once the area is numb, your dentist will use a tiny drill to remove the decayed parts of your tooth.
⢠The hole will be filled. The cavity will be filled with a composite (tooth-coloured) . Before you leave, your dentist will ensure that you donāt have any issues when you chew, talk or move your jaw