A cavity caught early is one of the simplest problems in dentistry to fix. Dental fillings restore a tooth damaged by decay, removing the affected area and rebuilding the tooth so it functions normally again. At White Swan Dental Clinic in Business Bay, we use tooth-coloured composite fillings that blend naturally with your surrounding teeth, rather than the dark metal fillings older patients may remember.
- A visible dark spot or hole on a tooth
- Sensitivity to sweet foods, hot or cold that lingers after eating
- A dull ache in a specific tooth
- Food regularly getting stuck in the same spot between or on top of a tooth
- A cavity spotted on an X-ray during a routine checkup, even before symptoms appear
- Local anaesthetic is applied if needed, particularly for deeper cavities
- Decayed tooth material is carefully removed
- The cavity is cleaned and prepared for filling
- Tooth-coloured composite resin is applied in layers and shaped to match the tooth’s natural contour
- A curing light hardens each layer of the material
- The filling is polished and your bite is checked to ensure it feels comfortable
Dental filling cost in Dubai depends on a few practical factors rather than a single fixed price:
- The size of the cavity and how much tooth structure needs to be rebuilt
- Which tooth is affected, since back teeth involved in chewing can require more material and time
- Whether one filling or several are needed in the same visit
- Whether the decay is close to the nerve, which may change the recommended approach
- Mild sensitivity to hot or cold for a few days is normal and usually settles on its own
- Avoid biting down hard on the filled tooth until any numbness from anaesthetic has fully worn off
- Keep up regular brushing and flossing to prevent new decay from forming nearby
- Attend routine checkups so your dentist can monitor the filling over time
01.Do dental fillings hurt?
Local anaesthetic is used for most fillings involving deeper decay, so the procedure itself should not be painful. Some mild sensitivity afterward is normal and temporary.
02.How long do dental fillings last?
Composite fillings typically last several years with good oral hygiene, though this varies based on the size of the filling and individual biting habits.
03.Are tooth-coloured fillings as strong as metal fillings?
Modern composite materials are durable and well suited to most fillings, combining strength with a natural appearance that blends with surrounding teeth.
04. What happens if a cavity is left untreated?
Untreated decay tends to spread deeper into the tooth, eventually reaching the nerve and requiring more involved treatment such as a root canal, so earlier treatment is generally simpler and less costly.
05. How much does a filling cost in Dubai?
Cost depends on the size and location of the cavity and how many teeth need treatment. Book an examination at White Swan Dental Clinic for an accurate quote.
Think you might have a cavity? Book a dental filling appointment at White Swan Dental Clinic in Business Bay. Book an appointment or start with a dental checkup if you are not sure.