Getting a Filling
A 1-minute patient guide with narration. Press space to pause, F for full screen.
Patient guide
Getting a filling.
Here is what to expect, start to finish.
Why a filling?
A filling repairs a small area of decay, called a cavity, before it can grow deeper into the tooth.
You'll be comfortable.
We numb the area first. You will feel pressure, but you should not feel pain.
The decay comes out.
We gently remove the soft, decayed part of the tooth, leaving healthy tooth behind.
Filled in layers.
Tooth-colored material is placed in thin layers and matched to the shade of your tooth.
Set with a light.
A gentle blue light hardens each layer in seconds.
Shaped to your bite.
We check your bite and polish the filling so it feels smooth and natural.
Easy to care for.
The numbness wears off in a few hours. Then treat it like any other tooth.
Questions? Just ask.
Your dental team is happy to walk you through every step before, during, and after your visit.
Narration script
General information only. Your dentist will tailor care to your tooth and your needs.