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White fillings

Dental fillings are used to fill a cavity (a hole that has formed in your teeth) or other damage such as a chipped tooth. Cavities get bigger over time and can progress to more complex concerns, so the sooner they’re spotted and filled, the less likely you are to have problems later.

Unlike silver (amalgam) fillings, white fillings stick to teeth so they can be used to repair teeth (especially front teeth) that have been chipped, broken or decayed. They can also be used for back teeth depending on the damage.

You will probably hear the dentist talk about 'composite' or 'glass ionomer' – these are different types of white filling.

What will my dentist do?

Your dentist will:

  • Normally give you a local anaesthetic to numb the area
  • Remove any decay
  • Remove some or all of an old filling
  • Wash and dry the tooth by blowing water and then air into it (the dentist will be holding something that looks like a water pistol)
  • Put the filling material into or onto the tooth and shape it
  • Harden the filling by pointing a bright light at it, inside your mouth (you will see the dentist and dental nurse protecting their eyes)
  • Trim and polish the filling

What are the benefits?

  • White fillings are the same colour as teeth. Dental technicians can provide a variety of shades in order to match your current teeth.
  • White fillings are sticky so they can be used to reshape and rebuild broken edges or worn teeth. They can also be used to cover marks (discolouration) if they can't be removed by cleaning.
  • A tooth needs less preparation for a white filling than for a silver filling.

White fillings are not as strong as silver fillings so they may not be suitable for large fillings in back teeth. They also need very dry conditions, which can be hard to achieve right at the back of the mouth.

Our focus at Cedar Dental Care is on preventative dentistry. During your routine oral health assessments, your dentist or dental hygienist will flag any concerns they spot that may lead to cavities, advising a home care routine to focus on these areas before they progress.

Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Cedar Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

1688 Reviews

5.0

4th July 2025

Very friendly and professional people willing to explain all procedures that could be understood easily.

4th July 2025

Abigail is great as always

4th July 2025

Always great phone receptionists ! Go out of their way to fit you in ( I had broken teeth from a fall).Abi - just brilliant in everyway! Her dental nurse also fabulous. IThe work carried out explained throughout . Why would you go anywhere else ???

4th July 2025

Great service, spotless,

4th July 2025

Dr Dundas is a superb Dentist

4th July 2025

Personal service and patient care

4th July 2025

The personable and caring natures of the dentist, Rav and dental nurse, Cara.

3rd July 2025

the dentist and receptionist very poliete and extremely gentle and thats including the nurse there is full hundred percent standard work done on teeth etc

3rd July 2025

Best dentist in Newbury and Thatcham

2nd July 2025

Have been a patient here for many years. Treatment always good and staff competent and pleasant.

2nd July 2025

I saw Mr Patel as an emergency. He filled the tooth and since then we have made a number of ongoing appointments to crown this tooth so I am very satisfied with the outcome of this appointment. The receptionist has made several calls to me since Monday regarding the ongoing plan and always been courteous and helpful.

1st July 2025

I cannot fault Abi during this appointment. All other members of staff were also very efficient and attentive.

30th June 2025

Time and care taken to explain things thoroughly. Very satisfied with the information given.

28th June 2025

Appointment was arranged quickly, seen as soon as i arrived. Treatment options discussed. Could not ask for more.

28th June 2025

Great dentist, very good with children. Offers good advice. Reception team really helpful. Quickly seen, easy to rearrange appointments when needed

27th June 2025

A really calm experience every part of treatment fully explained

27th June 2025

I like that the practice the local to me, that I can book appointments after work and most importantly everyone working there is polite, friendly and put you at ease

27th June 2025

The receptionists are all helpful and efficient. The clinician is professional. The clinic is in an historic building but it has state-of-the-art equipment.

26th June 2025

Always top quality service and Abi always makes me feel relaxed with the treatment, she listens to me and asks questions about my general health and wellbeing.

19th June 2025

I have been a patient for 25 years,this speaks volumes for there service given to me over the years

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