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Dental Fillings in Pietermaritzburg – Fast, Safe & Long-Lasting Cavity Treatment

Cavities can start small but grow quickly if ignored. Our dental filling treatment in Pietermaritzburg safely restores damaged teeth, stops decay, and brings back your natural bite — all in a single visit.

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Why Dental Fillings?

Dental fillings protect and strengthen your teeth. They stop cavities from spreading deeper and prevent pain, infection, and tooth loss. A good filling also restores the natural shape of your tooth so you can chew comfortably again.

Key benefits:

  • Stops decay before it becomes serious

  • Prevents pain and sensitivity

  • Strengthens the tooth structure

  • Quick, safe, and done in one appointment

  • Natural-looking finish (with tooth-coloured options)

Causes of Cavities

Cavities and small tooth fractures can happen due to:

  1. Eating sugary or acidic foods

  2. Poor brushing habits

  3. Night grinding

  4. Deep grooves in teeth

  5. Bacteria build-up

  6. Dry mouth

  7. Change of weather (winter often increases sensitivity and tooth pain)

Cavities usually grow faster in colder months because sensitivity rises and many people avoid cold water brushing — letting bacteria spread more easily.

Treatment

Our Dental Filling Treatments

We offer different types of fillings based on your tooth condition and your preference:

  • Composite (Tooth-Coloured) Fillings
    Natural looking, blends perfectly with your tooth, ideal for front and back teeth.

  • Amalgam (Silver) Fillings
    Strong and durable, recommended for heavy biting areas.

  • Glass Ionomer Fillings
    Releases fluoride, great for children or sensitive areas.

Each filling is chosen to match your tooth’s condition and give long-lasting protection.

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🦷 Types of Dental Fillings We Offer

We provide safe, durable filling materials based on your tooth’s needs:

1. Tooth-Coloured Composite Fillings

Blends perfectly with your natural teeth. Best for front or visible teeth.

2. Amalgam (Silver) Fillings

Strong and long-lasting. Ideal for back teeth that handle heavy chewing.

3. Glass Ionomer Fillings

Best for kids or sensitive teeth. Releases fluoride to protect against future decay.

Procedure – What to Expect

The filling process is quick, gentle, and done in 20–40 minutes per tooth.

  1. Exam & X-Ray (If needed) – We check the depth of decay.

  2. Numbing the Tooth – Ensures a painless experience.

  3. Removing Decay – Clean out bacteria and damaged parts.

  4. Filling Placement – Layered carefully for strength.

  5. Shaping & Polishing – Smooth finish that feels natural.

You walk out the same day with a fully restored tooth.

Need to fix a cavity fast?

Call us or book your dental filling appointment online today!

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