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GENERAL DENTISTRY

Dental Fillings

DSA Dental Smile Art

Effective Protection and Repair for Your Teeth

During filling treatment, the dentist removes decayed tissue from a tooth that has lost structure through decay or a small break and rebuilds it with a tooth-coloured material. At DSA Dental Smile Art in Kuşadası, fillings are usually completed in a single session. If your teeth have no decay and you only want to change how they look, see our composite bonding page.

What Is a Dental Filling and When Is It Needed?

Decay gradually destroys the enamel and the dentine beneath it. A filling done early stops the decay from reaching the nerve and avoids the need for root canal treatment or tooth extraction.

When a filling is needed:

  • Sensitivity to hot, cold or sweet things
  • Brown or black spots or a hole in the tooth
  • Floss catching or food getting trapped
  • Broken or lost old fillings
  • Decay between teeth found on an X-ray

Types of filling:

  • Composite (tooth-coloured) filling: the most common cosmetic filling for front and back teeth, bonded to the tooth.
  • Inlay / onlay (porcelain or composite): a stronger, lab-made filling for larger losses of tooth structure.

Free examination: the first examination, panoramic X-ray and, where needed, a 3D CT scan are free at our clinic. Your treatment plan and timeline are given to you in writing after the examination.

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Dental Fillings in Detail

Our filling treatment repairs damage caused by tooth decay using a range of filling materials. The procedure involves removing the decay and placing the filling material in the tooth.

Why have a filling?

  • Restores decayed teeth: it treats cavities and protects your dental health.
  • Natural appearance: fillings are made with tooth-coloured materials for a natural look.
  • Durability: filling materials protect your teeth for many years.
  • Better aesthetics: fillings improve how your teeth look and boost your confidence.
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TREATMENT PROCESS

Dental Filling Treatment Step by Step

1. Examination and X-ray
The depth of the decay and how close it is to the nerve are found with an examination and X-ray. The examination and X-ray are free.
2. Local Anaesthetic
The area is numbed, so you feel no pain. Small, shallow cavities may not need an anaesthetic.
3. Removing the Decay
All decayed tissue is removed while keeping as much healthy tooth as possible.
4. Placing the Filling
Tooth-coloured composite is placed in layers and hardened with a curing light. For larger losses, an impression is taken and an inlay/onlay is made.
5. Shaping and Polishing
The filling is shaped to your bite and polished. It usually takes 30–60 minutes per tooth.
6. Check-up
Any sensitivity settles within a few days. A check-up every 6 months catches new decay early.

Dental Fillings

Treatment at a Glance

A composite filling is usually completed in a single session, taking 30–60 minutes per tooth; you can eat straight afterwards (though waiting until the anaesthetic wears off is advised). If an inlay/onlay is needed, 2 sessions are planned because it is made in the laboratory.

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Number of Sessions
Usually 1 (inlays/onlays may need 2)
Session Length
30–60 minutes
Longevity
5–15 years
Sensitivity
Temporary sensitivity may occur
Back to Work
Usually the same day
Anaesthesia
Local
Season
Can be done at any time of year

Your Dental Filling Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I need a filling?
When a tooth has lost structure through decay, a break or a lost old filling. An early filling avoids the need for root canal treatment.
Does getting a filling hurt?
It is done under local anaesthetic, so you feel no pain. There may be mild sensitivity to hot and cold for a few days afterwards.
How long does a filling take?
A composite filling usually takes 30–60 minutes per tooth, in a single session.
Which filling material do you use?
We use tooth-coloured composite fillings. For larger losses, porcelain or composite inlays/onlays made in our laboratory are used.
When can I eat after a filling?
Composite hardens instantly under the light, so you can eat; but waiting for the anaesthetic to wear off is advised so you do not bite your lip or cheek.
What is the difference between a filling and composite bonding?
A filling repairs tooth structure lost through decay or a break. Composite bonding corrects gaps, small chips and shape irregularities on teeth without decay.
How long does a filling last?
It depends on care, the size of the filling and your bite; with regular check-ups it can last many years.
What should I do if I have pain after a filling?
Pain that does not settle within a few days, or gets worse, may mean the decay was close to the nerve. In that case, come to our clinic for a check-up.
Do I have to pay for the examination?
No. The first examination and X-ray are free at our clinic.
Do you do fillings for children?
Yes. Decay in baby teeth must also be treated. See our children's dentistry page for details.

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