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General Dentistry

Tooth-colored restorations that repair decay invisibly and preserve as much natural tooth as possible.

Overview

What this treatment involves

Modern composite fillings bond directly to your tooth, letting us remove only the damaged area and rebuild the tooth in a shade matched to your enamel. The result is a strong, discreet repair that blends in completely.

Benefits for you

  • Virtually invisible, shade-matched results
  • Preserves more healthy tooth than traditional fillings
  • Completed in a single visit
  • Mercury-free materials

Who this treatment suits

Patients with new cavities, chipped teeth, or older metal fillings they would like replaced with a natural-looking alternative.

Please note: Treatment suitability must be confirmed by a qualified dentist at an in-person clinical assessment. This website is for general information only and does not replace professional dental advice. Treatment suitability can only be confirmed after an in-person clinical assessment, and results vary between patients.

Step by Step

How your treatment unfolds

Treatment process

  1. 01

    Gentle numbing

    We use topical gel before the anaesthetic so even the numbing is comfortable.

  2. 02

    Precise preparation

    Only the decayed or damaged part of the tooth is removed.

  3. 03

    Layered rebuild

    Composite is placed in thin layers, sculpted to your natural anatomy and hardened with light.

  4. 04

    Bite check and polish

    We refine the bite and polish the surface so it feels like your own tooth.

Expected timeline: A single appointment; larger rebuilds may occasionally need a second visit.

Recovery & aftercare

  • Avoid chewing until numbness has fully worn off.
  • Follow the written aftercare guidance we send home with you.
  • Contact the clinic promptly if you notice unexpected pain, swelling or sensitivity.
  • Keep your scheduled review appointments so we can monitor healing.

Risks & considerations

  • All dental treatment carries some degree of risk, which your dentist will explain before you consent.
  • Temporary sensitivity or tenderness is common after many procedures.
  • Suitability must be confirmed at an in-person clinical assessment.

Results

Before & after examples

Before and after examples

Patient smile after professional whiteningBeforeAfter

Home whitening with custom trays lifted several shades of staining accumulated over years of coffee.

Individual results vary. Before-and-after images illustrate outcomes for specific patients and are not a guarantee of your result. Placeholder imagery shown.

Questions

White Fillings FAQs

Frequently asked questions about White Fillings

With good home care, composite fillings commonly last many years. Longevity depends on the size of the filling, your bite and your oral hygiene.

Often, yes. We will assess each filling first — sound fillings do not always need replacing, and we will give you honest advice either way.

Your Team

Clinicians for this treatment

Relevant dentists

Portrait of Dr. Sofia Lindqvist, general and children's dentist at LUMINA Dental Studio

Dr. Sofia Lindqvist

General & Children's Dentist

DDS · Cert Paediatric Dentistry · 9 years

Dr. Lindqvist leads our family and nervous-patient care — patient, unhurried, and quietly brilliant at turning white-knuckle visitors into regulars.

  • Mon–Wed & Fri at Hillcrest
  • English, Swedish

Special interests: Nervous patient care, Children's dentistry, Preventive dentistry

Portrait of Dr. Elena Marsh, cosmetic dentist at LUMINA Dental Studio

Dr. Elena Marsh

Cosmetic & Restorative Dentist

BDS · PGDip Aesthetic Dentistry · 12 years

A cosmetic dentist with an artist's eye, Dr. Marsh leads our smile design work — favoring conservative, natural results over dramatic transformation.

  • Mon, Wed, Thu & Sat at Riverside
  • English, Spanish

Special interests: Porcelain veneers, Composite bonding, Digital smile design

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Next Step

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