A cavity needs repair, and the repair should blend with the rest of your smile. Composite dental fillings at Royal Aesthetics Dental Clinic in Ota restore damaged teeth using a tooth coloured material matched to your natural shade.
Patients from Sango Ota, Ijoko, Ifo and Agbara visit our Biskotech Plaza clinic for comfortable fillings in a gentle and calm environment.
What composite fillings are
A composite filling is made of a resin material that is placed in layers and hardened with a light. The dentist selects a shade that matches your tooth, so the repair is hard to notice.
The material bonds directly to the tooth surface, which allows the dentist to conserve healthy tooth structure. It suits front and back teeth alike, depending on assessment.
Composite is also used to repair chipped edges and close small gaps, which makes it a versatile material in both restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
Signs you may need a filling
Sensitivity to sweet, hot or cold food, a visible dark spot, a rough edge felt with the tongue and food catching in one place often point to a cavity. A broken or worn older filling can also need replacement.
Early decay may cause no symptoms, so regular check ups and digital dental X-rays help the dentist find cavities while they are small. Treating them early keeps the repair simple.
- Sensitivity to sweets or temperature
- Visible spots or holes
- Rough or sharp tooth edges
- Food trapped in one spot
- Cracked or worn older fillings
How the filling is placed
The dentist numbs the area with local anaesthesia, removes the decayed portion of the tooth and cleans the space. The tooth is prepared so the composite bonds securely.
The resin is then built up in layers, each hardened with a curing light, and shaped to restore the natural contours of the tooth. The bite is checked and the filling polished until it feels smooth.
Patients who feel anxious about drilling are welcome to talk through the steps in advance. The dentist moves at a comfortable pace and pauses whenever you need.
Options and considerations
Large cavities or heavily damaged teeth may need a crown or an inlay to restore the tooth. The dentist advises on the most durable option after examining the tooth.
Composite fillings can be combined with other services such as dental bonding to improve appearance. Cavities that reach the nerve may need root canal treatment.
Aftercare and long term maintenance
Once the anaesthesia wears off, you can chew normally in most cases, though the dentist may advise caution with hard foods for a short time. Mild sensitivity can occur and usually settles.
Brushing twice daily, cleaning between the teeth and regular check ups protect fillings and the teeth around them. Dental sealants guard back teeth against new cavities.
What to expect at our dental clinic
- 1
Examination and X-rays
The dentist locates the cavity and judges its size using digital X-rays.
- 2
Numbing the area
Local anaesthesia keeps the tooth comfortable during treatment.
- 3
Removing decay
The decayed portion is cleared and the tooth is prepared for bonding.
- 4
Placing the composite
Resin is layered, shaped and hardened with a curing light.
- 5
Polishing and bite check
The filling is polished and adjusted so the bite feels natural.
Why choose our dental clinic for composite dental fillings
Dentist led assessment
A dentist at our dental clinic reviews your teeth, gums and goals before recommending porcelain crowns, fixed bridges, dentures, composite fillings, root canals and dental lab work. This careful start keeps every composite dental fillings plan matched to your needs.
Two convenient dental clinic locations
Choose our Ota dental clinic at Biskotech Plaza off Idiroko for care near Sango Ota, Ifo, Agbara and Abeokuta, or our Magboro dental clinic on Magboro Road for care near Mowe, Ibafo, Arepo and Ojodu. Call 0913 311 8567 to book composite dental fillings with our dental team.
Benefits of composite dental fillings at our dental clinic
- Colour matched to your natural teeth
- Conserves healthy tooth structure
- Bonds directly to the tooth
- Suits front and back teeth
- Repairs cavities comfortably
- Keeps your smile natural looking
Who should visit our dentist for composite dental fillings
- Patients with small to moderate cavities
- People replacing old or worn fillings
- Those with chipped or cracked teeth needing repair
- Adults wanting a natural looking repair
- Children with cavities in baby or permanent teeth
