Fillings nobody can see
White fillings are made from composite resin — a tooth-coloured material
that bonds directly to your tooth and is matched to its exact shade. The result is a repair that's
virtually invisible. See the difference they make — from just £40.
Why choose white?
- Natural appearance — matched to your own tooth colour.
- Bonds to the tooth, which can mean less drilling and a stronger repair than
silver amalgam, which relies on mechanical retention.
- Versatile — used to repair decay, chips, worn edges and gaps, and to
replace old silver fillings for a fresher look.
- Sets instantly under a blue light — you can eat as soon as any numbness wears off.
What happens?
- The tooth is numbed (for small repairs you may not even need this) and any decay removed.
- The surface is prepared with a bonding gel.
- Composite is placed in thin layers, each set with a light, and sculpted to your tooth's shape.
- The filling is shaped, checked against your bite and polished to a natural sheen.
Replacing old silver fillings
Many patients ask us to swap visible silver amalgam fillings
for white ones, particularly in teeth that show when smiling. It's usually straightforward —
ask at your check-up whether yours are suitable.
Looking after them: white fillings last for many years with good
care. Brush twice daily, clean between teeth, keep sugar to mealtimes — and they'll stay
strong and invisible.
Ask about white fillings on 0141 554 0499.
