Restorative dentistry
White fillings
Tooth-coloured composite resin fillings that restore decayed or damaged teeth — indistinguishable from natural tooth structure.
White fillings at a glance
White fillings use composite resin shade-matched to your natural tooth — we can also replace existing amalgam fillings when clinically appropriate, using rubber dam isolation during removal.
We use a layering technique with multiple composite shades to match the translucency and colour of your natural tooth — not just a single shade applied in one go. For larger restorations we'll advise whether a filling or an inlay/onlay or crown is the more durable choice.
If you're replacing existing amalgam fillings, we use rubber dam isolation to contain mercury vapour during removal — a precaution we take as standard, not as an optional upgrade.
Quick overview
What is it?
A composite resin material bonded directly into a cleaned cavity, built up in layers, then shaped and polished to blend with the surrounding tooth.
Who is it for?
Anyone with a new cavity or an existing silver (amalgam) filling they'd like replaced with a tooth-coloured restoration.
Alternatives
For larger cavities, an inlay, onlay or crown offers better long-term strength. We'll tell you which is clinically appropriate — not just which costs more.
Why choose white fillings?
Tooth-coloured
Completely invisible compared to silver amalgam fillings.
Conservative
Less tooth structure is removed compared to older amalgam techniques.
Same-day
New fillings and most replacements are completed in a single visit.
Your filling journey
White fillings are completed in a single appointment of 30 to 60 minutes per tooth.
- 1 Start of appointment
Anaesthetic & cavity preparation
Local anaesthetic is given where needed; any decay is removed and the cavity cleaned and shaped.
- 2 During appointment
Bonding agent application
A bonding agent is applied to help the composite adhere firmly to the tooth structure.
- 3 During appointment
Composite layering & curing
Composite is applied in thin layers, each cured with a blue light, until the cavity is filled and the tooth shape restored.
- 4 End of appointment
Shaping, polishing & bite check
The filling is polished to a natural surface and your bite is checked — you leave with a completed restoration.
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Pricing
Filling fees depend on size and number of surfaces. All prices include anaesthetic and materials.
- Small composite filling (1 surface) £150
- Medium filling (2 surfaces) £195
- Large filling (3+ surfaces) £250
- Amalgam replacement (per tooth) from £195
- Inlay/onlay (if more appropriate) from £550
Frequently asked questions
Are white fillings as strong as silver?
For small to medium cavities yes; for very large restorations we may recommend an inlay or crown for better long-term strength.
Can all amalgam fillings be replaced?
Usually yes, but we assess each case — sometimes an old amalgam that's intact is better left alone.
Will it match my tooth exactly?
We use multiple shades and a layering technique to blend with natural tooth colour and translucency.
How long do composite fillings last?
Typically 7–10 years depending on size and location; smaller fillings in low-stress areas last longer.
Replace silver fillings or treat new decay
Book an appointment — most fillings are completed the same visit.