Lost Filling Treatment in Westminster, London

Dental Treatment Options

• Direct composite filling - As our most popular option, this treatment uses a tooth-coloured resin to seamlessly restore your smile. The material is applied directly to the cleaned cavity, sculpted to match your tooth's natural shape, and set with a special light. It offers a wonderfully durable, natural-looking result.
• Amalgam filling - Although less commonly used today, silver amalgam fillings remain a reliable and cost-effective option, particularly for back teeth that bear heavy chewing forces.
• Inlay or onlay - For larger cavities where a standard filling may not provide sufficient support, a custom-made inlay or onlay (crafted from porcelain or composite) can be bonded into the tooth for a precise, long-lasting restoration.
• Dental crown - If the cavity is very large or the tooth has lost significant structure, a crown may be the most appropriate option to protect and strengthen the remaining tooth.
• Root canal treatment - If the exposed cavity has allowed bacteria to reach the tooth's pulp, causing infection, root canal treatment may be needed to clear the infection before the tooth is restored.

Prevention Tips

• Attend regular dental check-ups so that ageing or deteriorating fillings can be identified and replaced before they fail.
• Avoid chewing hard items like ice, hard sweets, and non-food objects that can damage fillings.
• Be mindful of sticky foods that can pull at fillings, such as toffee and chewing gum.
• Maintain good oral hygiene — brushing twice daily and cleaning between teeth helps prevent new decay forming around existing fillings.
• If you grind your teeth, ask us about a custom night guard to protect your fillings and natural teeth.
• If you notice a filling feels rough, loose, or different, book an appointment promptly so it can be checked before it falls out completely.