Dental Fillings in Stockport

Dental fillings are a convenient, comfortable method of repairing a tooth that has developed a cavity through being damaged by decay. The process restores the tooth so that it looks and functions in a similar way to how it was before the decay arrived.. At Cheadle Village Dental Practice in Stockport, our team of friendly, multi-skilled dentists will help you choose your filling material and cement the filling in place to endure long-term protection and repair.

When a tooth develops a cavity, the decay can expose the delicate layers underneath, leading to discomfort and nerve pain if not addressed properly. We can clean out all the decay and fill the gap with strong, aesthetically pleasing material to restore the shape and structure of the tooth. This can stop any nerve damage from developing and save the tooth from needing to be taken out altogether, leaving an unsightly gap.

Types of dental fillings

1. Gold fillings Gold fillings (or inlays) are made to measure in a specialist laboratory before being cemented into at our dental practice near Stockport. They are well tolerated by most patients and are extremely strong, often lasting two decades or more They are more costly than some of the other options available for dental fillings.
2. Silver amalgam fillings Silver amalgam fillings are also highly robust, offering a similar result to gold without the higher price tag. They stand up well to constant impact and use, making them perfect for the back teeth that do more biting and chewing. However, their darker colour makes them stand out more aesthetically than other, more discreet materials.
3. Porcelain fillings Porcelain fillings (inlays) are created individually to match your tooth colour and shape of cavity or area to be filled. They do not stain and can be sued for larger fillings. They are strong and attractive, costing around the same as gold fillings but offering a more discreet result.
4. Composite (tooth-coloured) fillings Composite fillings are made to blend into your natural tooth colour for a pleasingly discreet finish. They are most suitable for filling smaller cavities as they are not quite so durable as porcelain fillings. They can be more susceptible to staining, but offer a more affordable choice of budget.

Choosing the right filling

It is entirely up to you which filling material you would like to choose, although you can receive excellent advice from our dental fillings expert in Stockport. Factors to take into account could include how large your repair is, how complex the process will be, any allergies or intolerances to the materials on offer and roughly how much you want to pay. Our dental team will willingly discuss the options with you at your convenience to help you make your final choice.

Why choose us?

Expertise and precision: Our general dentist team in Stockport routinely performs fillings, working carefully to ensure excellent results and a comfortable, anxiety-free experience for our patients.

Range of options: We offer a wide range of filling material options, including silver amalgam, porcelain, gold and composite resin.

Aesthetic solutions: Our tooth-coloured filling materials provide an attractive solution to fixing tooth cavities and protecting against further decay without affecting your beautiful smile.

Patient comfort: We put your wellbeing first, offering sedative and anaesthetic support to help you cope with the treatment without any pain or distress.

Comprehensive care: Cheadle Village Dental Practice offers a full range of dental advice, treatments, after-care and oral health support.

Emergency response: We are committed to addressing your worries as soon as possible, either with dental fillings in Stockport or other emergency dental situations.