--- title: "Lost Filling Treatment London, Emergency Dentist Pimlico" description: "Emergency Dentist in Westminster, London, offering same-day appointments for dental emergencies. Call 0207 8287676 now | Millbank Dental Care." url: "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/emergency-treatments/lost-fillings" date: "2026-10-31T02:05:08+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- Emergency Dentist London # Lost Filling Treatment in Westminster, London Losing a filling can leave your tooth vulnerable to further decay, sensitivity, and discomfort. ![tooth with a silver filling](https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/media/yootheme/cache/43/28829-436abdeb.jpg?src=images/28829.jpg&thumbnail=1200,500,&hash=614659f7) When a filling falls out, the unprotected cavity is left vulnerable to bacteria, food debris, and hot or cold temperatures, which can quickly worsen the damage. To help, the friendly team at Millbank Dental Care in Westminster, London, provides urgent appointments. We will quickly replace your filling to safeguard your tooth and soothe any discomfort. [ Call Now ](tel:+442078287676 "Call Millbank Dental Care Now for EMERGENCY TREATMENT") [ Request Appointment ](https://uk.dentalhub.online/soe/new/%20?pid=UKSYR01 "Schedule an appointment with us online") [ Email us for help and advice ](mailto:help@dentalemergencylondon.co.uk "Email Millbank Dental Care") ## Common Causes [Normal wear and tear ](#)Fillings do not last forever. Over years of chewing, grinding, and exposure to temperature changes, filling materials can weaken and eventually fail. [Biting on hard foods ](#)Chewing hard sweets, ice, or crunchy foods can dislodge fillings, particularly older or larger ones. [Changes in tooth structure ](#)Teeth can expand and contract slightly with temperature changes in food and drink, and over time, this can weaken the bond between filling and tooth. [Tooth decay around the filling ](#)New decay can develop at the edges where the filling meets the tooth, undermining the seal and causing the filling to loosen or fall out. [Teeth grinding (bruxism) ](#)Habitual grinding and clenching place excessive pressure on fillings, accelerating their wear and increasing the likelihood of failure. [Trauma to the tooth ](#)An impact to the mouth or face can knock a filling loose or cause it to crack and fall out. ### Symptoms to Watch For - A visible hole or cavity where the filling used to be - Food getting trapped in the exposed cavity - Sensitivity or sharp pain when eating or drinking, particularly with hot, cold, or sweet items - A piece of filling material found in your mouth or food - A rough or uneven surface on the tooth that you can feel with your tongue - A dull ache or throbbing pain in the affected tooth ### 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. ### Need Urgent Dental Care? Experiencing Dental Pain & need a consultation? Contact Millbank Dental Care in Westminster, London, for prompt, compassionate treatment. We offer same-day emergency appointments. [ Call Now ](tel:+442078287676 "Call Millbank Dental Care Now for EMERGENCY TREATMENT") [ Request Appointment ](https://uk.dentalhub.online/soe/new/%20?pid=UKSYR01 "Schedule an appointment with us online") ![](https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/templates/yootheme/assets/images/consent_placeholder_map.svg) ![](https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/templates/yootheme/assets/images/consent_icon_openstreetmap.svg)OpenStreetMap service required to load this map. #### Get Directions [ Driving Directions ](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Millbank+Dental+Care,+42+Ponsonby+Pl,+London+SW1P+4PR/@51.4876487,-0.1315754,16z/data=!4m9!4m8!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x487604e64182c747:0x1296095105370c6d!2m2!1d-0.1308644!2d51.4901131!3e0?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgzMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D "Get driving Directions on Google") [ Pimlico Tube Station ](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Pimlico+Station,+Pimlico,+London+SW1V+2HN/Millbank+Dental+Care,+42+Ponsonby+Pl,+London+SW1P+4PR/@51.4895319,-0.13308,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x487604e6a3bb68b9:0xd5d9ae1ce0d01dbe!2m2!1d-0.1317473!2d51.488872!1m5!1m1!1s0x487604e64182c747:0x1296095105370c6d!2m2!1d-0.1308644!2d51.4901131!3e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgzMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D "Walking Directions from Pimlico Station") [ Public Busses ](#js-8)### Closest Bus Stops Chelsea College of Arts (Stop U) or Ponsonby Terrace (Stop S) Buses: 88|C10 --- Pimlico Station (Stop A) Buses: 2|36 |185|N2|N136 --- Pimlico (Stop D) Buses: 2|36 ## Schema ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/emergency-treatments/lost-fillings#organization", "name": "Millbank Dental Care", "alternateName": "Dental Emergency London", "description": "Emergency dental treatments in Westminster, London", "email": "help@dentalemergencieslondon.co.uk", "url": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk", "telephone": "+442078287676", "foundingDate": "2010-05-15", "logo": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/images/Logo/logo-design-41.png", "image": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/images/Logo/logo-design-41.png", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "42 Ponsonby Place, Westminster", "addressCountry": "GB", "addressLocality": "London", "addressRegion": "Greater London", "postalCode": "SW1P 4PR" }, "sameAs": [ "https://www.facebook.com/millbankdentalcare.westminster/", "https://www.instagram.com/millbankdentalcare/?hl=en" ] } ``` ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Emergency Treatments", "item": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/emergency-treatments" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Lost Fillings", "item": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/emergency-treatments/lost-fillings" } ] } ``` ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Service", "serviceType": "Emergency Dental treatments in London", "description": "\u003Cp\u003ELosing a filling can leave your tooth vulnerable to further decay, sensitivity, and discomfort.\u003C/p\u003E", "image": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/images/28829.jpg", "url": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/emergency-treatments/lost-fillings", "provider": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Millbank Dental Care", "image": "https://server2.greenlizzardhosting.co.uk/images/Logo/logo-design-41.png", "telephone": "+442078287676", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "42 Ponsonby Place, Westminster", "addressCountry": "United Kingdom", "addressLocality": "London", "addressRegion": "Greater London", "postalCode": "SW1P 4PR" } }, "offers": { "@type": "Offer", "price": "0.00", "priceCurrency": "GBP" } } ```