A cavity that is spreading
Decay can advance without much warning. Restoring it at the right time keeps the repair smaller, with the decayed area removed and rebuilt in composite.
Restorative Dentistry
Composite Fillings in Mississauga
A tooth that needs repair rarely picks a convenient week. If you are travelling in from Mississauga, we plan the assessment and the composite filling so you know how many visits to expect and what each involves.
Repair on a busy calendarPlan your filling visit
Plan the visit, then fix the tooth
Maybe a molar twinged during a lunch meeting, or a corner of a tooth broke on a crust of bread. Either way, the next thought is usually about scheduling: how long will this take, and how many times will I need to come in?
The answer depends on what the tooth needs. A composite filling, made from a tooth-coloured resin bonded and shaped directly on the tooth, can often be completed in a single treatment appointment. First, though, an exam confirms whether a filling is right at all, since a cracked tooth, an infected nerve or a sound older repair would each change the plan.
Coming from Mississauga, it helps to ask about timing when you book. Weekday appointments run until 7pm Monday to Thursday, and Friday to Sunday visits are available by appointment.
Things that can’t wait forever
Damage that tends to grow
A filling is one response among several. The exam shows what caused the problem, how deep it goes, and whether the remaining tooth is strong enough to support a direct repair.
A broken corner
Limited breaks can often be restored directly. Location, bite pressure and any hidden crack determine whether composite is a sensible choice.
An older filling showing its age
A rough patch, a gap or a change in colour around a filling deserves a look. A full replacement is not automatic; it depends on what the dentist finds.
Sensitivity can come from several sources besides a cavity. Jot down what triggers it and how long it lingers so the cause can be pinned down.
Where composite fits
Practical, discreet and tooth-coloured
Composite is chosen for many repairs because it blends with enamel, which matters for teeth that are seen. It also works for some cavities in back teeth when the restoration is moderate in size and the chewing forces are manageable.
It is not right for everything. Placement requires a dry tooth, and a big repair or one under heavy biting pressure might need a different approach. Each tooth is judged on its own merits.
Patient information: ADA — tooth-coloured fillings · FDA — filling materials
Colour matched on the day
Your dentist picks a shade for the tooth being treated, aiming for a repair that does not draw attention.
Healthy tooth preserved
A bonded filling can allow more natural structure to stay in place, when the tooth’s condition makes that possible.
Fewer trips for small repairs
Many direct fillings take just one treatment appointment. The exam and any other needed care might mean extra visits.
Inside the appointment
Four parts, one clear plan
You will know what is coming before it happens, which helps when you have set aside time to come in from Mississauga. Ask for a pause at any point, and raise questions as they occur to you.
Examine and agree a plan
We hear your concern and check the tooth. X-rays may be recommended if they would clarify decay or the surrounding bone. You get the proposed repair, its alternatives and an estimated fee before any treatment.
Get the tooth ready
Local anaesthetic can numb the tooth. The dentist removes damaged structure and keeps the area clean and dry so the composite will bond properly.
Place and sculpt
The resin goes in, usually in layers, each hardened with a curing light. Shaping restores the chewing surface and the snug contact with the next tooth.
Check, polish, go
The finished filling is polished and your bite tested. You leave with advice for the tooth and a chance to ask about meals, cleaning or how it should feel later.
Back to your day
What to keep in mind afterwards
Follow the specific advice for your treatment. If something feels wrong, phone us; do not wait for the next routine appointment.
Skip lunch until feeling returns
Chewing while numb makes it easy to bite your cheek, lip or tongue. Hot coffee can burn tissue you cannot feel, so let it cool.
Track any sensitivity
Some temporary sensitivity is possible. Call if pain increases, sensitivity hangs on, or the new filling feels like it hits before your other teeth.
Maintain your cleaning habits
Twice-daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste and cleaning between teeth each day remain important, because decay can form at the edges of a filling.
Patient information: Cleveland Clinic — dental fillings
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Quick answers for a full week
Ask anything, even if it seems minor. Tell us what you have noticed and we will help you sort out the rest.
Can I go back to work right after a filling?
Many people do. Your mouth may stay numb for a while, which can affect speaking and eating, so plan for that. If you have a demanding meeting or meal soon after, mention it when you book.
Could two cavities be treated in the same visit?
Sometimes, especially when they are on the same side. It depends on their size, the treatment each needs and your comfort. The dentist can suggest a practical arrangement after the exam.
What should I bring to the first appointment?
A list of medications and health conditions, your benefits information if you have it, and notes on what you have felt and when. Those details make the assessment more useful.
How soon will the numbness wear off?
It varies with the type and amount of anaesthetic and the area treated. Many people regain normal feeling within a few hours. Avoid chewing until it returns.
Is a composite filling likely to need replacing someday?
Fillings can wear or break over time, and decay can develop at their edges. How long one lasts depends on its size, location, your bite and your oral health. Regular checkups help catch problems early.
Can I ask for an estimate before treatment?
Yes. The fee depends on the tooth, the surfaces involved and the care required. Ask for an estimate after the exam, and check with your benefits provider about coverage, since it varies by plan.
Patient information: CDA — tooth-coloured fillings · FDA — existing amalgam fillings
From Mississauga to our chair
One well-planned visit can do a lot.
Arrange a time at our Bronte Street practice to have a cavity, a chip or an older filling checked. We start with an assessment and set out the next steps so you can plan around them.
For significant pain or swelling, please call us. Online requests are for non-urgent concerns.
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Clinic hours
- Monday–Thursday
- 11am–7pm
- Friday–Sunday
- By appointment only
Areas we serve
- Milton
- Oakville
- Mississauga
- Georgetown
- Halton Hills
- Acton
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