White Fillings

Although amalgam fillings have been used to successfully repair teeth for over 150 years, they can make you feel self-conscious about smiling. White fillings can provide an equally effective repair, rebuilding teeth and restoring them back to full function.

Dental composite is a type of resin made from a mixture of glass and plastic which, when hardened, looks just like dental enamel. It can be colour-matched to blend in perfectly with the natural tooth.

We numb the affected area using local anaesthetic, and carefully remove the decayed part of your tooth before cleaning it thoroughly.

We apply an acidic gel to your tooth, which creates tiny holes to allow the composite material to bond to it and create an effective repair. This gel is then washed away, and your tooth is thoroughly dried.

We carefully colour match the composite material to the shade of your natural tooth, and apply it in layers, gradually building up the shape. We can mould the composite, so it fits perfectly in your tooth cavity and feels comfortable.

We harden the composite material using a UV light and give it a professional polish, so it looks and feels like a natural part of your tooth.

Where clinically appropriate, we can provide white fillings on the NHS, but only for the front (anterior) six teeth. We can, however, place white fillings in the back of the mouth as a private treatment, or replace any existing amalgam fillings that may be spoiling your smile.