Fillings
A dental filling, also known as a bonding, is a tooth coloured restorative material placed into damaged or broken parts of the tooth. This damage could have occurred due to cavities, or due to trauma, such as a fall. The tooth is cleaned and the filling is placed to mimic the original appearance of the tooth. It is almost impossible to differentiate between the natural tooth and the filling.
Steps to a perfect filling
Step 1
The Acharya dental team assess your teeth and makes sure that a filling will work for you. Typically, smaller cavities and defects are best managed with a filling. Larger defects may need an inlay, onlay or crown.
Step 2
The tooth is thoroughly cleaned to remove all remaining cavities. A filling material that matches your tooth colour is placed on the tooth.
Step 3
A blue light is used to make the filling material “set”. The bite is adjusted to make sure you’re comfortable, and you are good to go!
Do flings need special care and maintenance?
No, they do not! The Acharya Dental team will ensure the filling seamlessly blends with the existing tooth so routine brushing and flossing is all you need to help the filling lost a long time.
Frequently Asked Questions
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While examining your mouth in the mirror, you may have come across a few brownish-black holes in your teeth. These are cavities, and are also known as dental caries. These cavities grow deeper and bigger if not treated at their initial stages. If you have suspect you have a cavity, it is very important for you to visit your dentist for a consultation and to evaluate if they need to be treated.
At their initial stages, cavities do not have very evident symptoms. In fact, most patients do not have symptoms at all. The symptoms entirely depend on the location and extent of the cavities. Hence, it is very important to come in for your regular dental visit once every 6 months, so that the Acharya Dental team can treat the cavities at their initial stages. As the decay increases in size, the following symptoms are seen: – Toothache – Sensitivity – Mild to sharp pain on eating something sweet, hot or cold – Pain on biting – Visibly large brownish- black holes
Enamel can remineralize itself to a small extent by using the minerals from the saliva and fluoride from tooth pastes. As the cavity becomes bigger, the enamel is weakened and destroyed because more minerals are lost. This leads to the formation of a cavity. A cavity cannot repair itself on its own. It has to be treated by a trained professional.
The team at Acharya Dental will remove the decayed part of the tooth. During the procedure, you will hear a vibrating sound while the dentist cleans the infected part of the tooth. The procedure is done under local anesthesia and is completely painless. Once that is complete, a filling material will be placed in the tooth and will be strengthened with a blue-coloured light. The filling will be done layer by layer and you will be requested to keep your mouth open for a few minutes. Once filled, the tooth will be polished until the surface is completely smooth and feels natural. There are no dietary restrictions after a filling.
At Acharya Dental, we use the latest generation composite bonding materials (tooth coloured) to restore minor cavities and chipped teeth. Many of our patients also prefer to have old silver amalgam fillings replaced in their mouth with the tooth coloured composite fillings, and we are happy to provide this service. Recent advances have introduced Nano-composites which have micro and nano meter sized particles for the best esthetic and functional result.
This is a simple and painless procedure. In case the filling is deep, you will be anesthetized. The Team at Acharya Dental will begin by applying a gel to the gums to anesthetize the tissue, prior to delivering local anesthesia to numb the tooth.
With proper care and maintenance, fillings can last for many years. Recent studies have indicated that an average life of a dental filling is 7-10 years. However, many patients have successful fillings for much longer than that.
Following cavity prevention tips must be followed to keep your teeth and gums healthy and strong:
- You must brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoridated tooth paste. Flossing is essential after brushing to prevent accumulation of food in between teeth. Make sure you rinse your mouth with water after every meal or snack.
- Use of a fluoride mouth wash twice daily after brushing can aid in added protection against tooth decay.
- Visit our dentists at Acharya Dental regularly at least once every 6 months for a complete clinical check-up and teeth cleaning to detect tooth decay at an incipient stage.
- Dental sealants can be applied to seal the grooves where food can get trapped easily.
- This helps in preventing tooth decay. Our team doctors can educate you on this.
- Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration of the mouth. A dry mouth is more susceptible to develop dental caries.
- You must include fresh fruits and vegetables, cheese, unsweetened tea or coffee in your diet. Dairy products, almonds contain high levels of calcium which is good for your teeth. Avoid soda, added sugar and junk foods.
- Chewing sugar free gums can help you fight plaque as they contain Xylitol. Xylitol stimulates saliva which aids in keeping our teeth clean.
Been coming here since I was a child and had a fantastic experience and treatment. From braces to scaling to gum treatment – Dr. Vijaylakshmi Acharya and Dr. Varun Acharya have a fantastic team. They don’t make you wait and the overall quality and cleanliness is fantastic
Dr. Varun Acharya is an excellent maxillofacial prosthodontist and implantologist.I went to him traumatized by my previous experiences with a prosthodontist from South Africa, who had brought so much damage to both my dental health and my mental wellbeing. I was also suffering from a serious TMJ disorder.Dr Varun underwent a full mouth restoration in the most gentle and professional way. He repaired my occlusion and this improved my mental balance, so important after the traumatic experience mentioned above. He also did a tooth extraction and an implant, both in a very smooth and highly knowledgeable way.Dr. Varun is the kind of doctor who puts the patient’s healing and mental wellbeing before the material gain. He also has quite high resources of patience, a very calm approach, and he allocates more than enough time with each patient. All this provides such a safe space for his patients, so important for dental work.His practice- a state of the art practice. He makes sure that all procedures take place in an extremely clean environment, an aspect so important for India. The pricing is not as high as in other countries, that is why he has many foreign patients who come to India for the same high standard of service (or even higher) at a much lower pricing than in their home countries.Last but not least, Dr. Varun Acharya completed his postgraduate studies at NYU in the US. One can recognize in him a deep interest in the latest research of his field of work and in staying up-to-date with latest dental methodology.Today I look back to the year that is ending with gratitude towards the people who helped me have a better year than the previous one. And Dr. Varun is definitely high on that list. Thank you very much.
Extremely satisfied with the service!Dr.Mahesh was very professional, gentle and explained everything clearly. The clinic was clean and well-maintained. Highly recommended!
I have been taking treatment from Acharya Dental clinic, for a very difficult tooth procedure which was not happening in my home town. I’m still amazed by the exceptional service I received! As someone who’s not familiar with local dental clinics, I was impressed and I Still am, by this clinic’s state-of-the-art technology and modern facilities.From the moment I stepped in, I felt at ease with their clean and friendly ambiance. The warm welcome from the staff set the tone for a wonderful experience. I was particularly impressed by the smiling way Dr Vijealakshmi Acharya tackled my dental issue, which had always been a nightmare for me before .Dr Varun Acharya gave the finishing touch with gentleness , professionalism, and genuine care. I got back my smile and confidence through the expert treatment of both, Dr Vijealakshmi and Dr Varun.Their expertise shone through the painless treatment I received, which was a huge relief!I was also impressed by the reminders for my next appointment, which showed their attention to details and dedication to patient care.To anyone seeking top-notch dental care : Acharya Dental provides exceptional service, expertise, and warm hospitality which make them truly stand out!
Great clinic! Received a professional teeth cleaning by Dr. Nlvaythigae and am super happy. Will definitely come back! Thanks so much 🙏🏼
Everything about Acharya Dental is complete magic, because here’s where you realize that dental procedures and dentists don’t have to be scary and intimidating; you don’t have to wait forever for your treatment and appointments; you don’t have to lug around your files with dental records, as they have everything available in one place across any room you get treated in their clinic.I was fortunate enough to get my smile correction done by Dr. Varun Acharya, who was absolutely patient, kind, and gentle throughout the entire procedure. It’s incredibly hard to believe that I had undergone an entire dental procedure with zero pain or discomfort, and I’m in love with my smile now.The entire team at Acharya Dental exudes complete professionalism and mastery at what they do. You can completely trust Acharya Dental for any kind of dental issue, be it big or small, and be in awe as they work their magic.
I recently visited Acharya dental clinic, I couldn’t be more pleased with my experience. The staff was super friendly , making me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. Dr. Mahesh did my filling and extraction was professional and took the time to explain each step of the process, which really put me at ease. The clinic itself was clean and well-organized . I also found their scheduling system convenient, with minimal wait time. Overall, I highly recommend Acharya clinic for anyone looking for quality dental clinic .
Hi this is jothilingam, I went there to remove my wisdom teeth as recommended by Dr.Magesh sir.The doctors and the supporting staffs are very kind especially Dr.Magesh sir who did the surgery was very kind and friendly.I would strongly recommend Acharya Clinic 👍
Hello friends good day to you all,My name is Shahid Mohammed , iam 61 years old and my wife’s sister has recommended me to visit Acharya. Basically i am visiting India on vacation from Canada. Initially i had to put a cap which was broken and the doctors took my whole jaws x ray. Doctor Mahesh has done nicely the front tooth cap, and upon seeing my x ray he did recommend me a surgical extraction of my lower jaw tooth which was well performed by doctor seema. Though my cheek was swollen for 10 days and giving daily hot water fermentation and mouth wash plus medication has helped me. This was reduced after 15 days. I had root canal treatment and first time I had some pain and doctor sulochana said she would do i another sitting. Then she sent me down to surgical extraction and doctor seema done well with 2or 3 stitches. My point is anyone has to face with courage to our dental issues , and iam overall happy and very soon going to finish my treatment. Thank you all for your help including the front desk and god bless you.Shahid Mohammed
I recently visited Acharya Dental for my root canal treatment and I am extremely pleased with the experience. My procedure was done by Dr. Mahesh, and he took the time to explain the process to me. The procedure was handled efficiently, and I appreciated the straightforward experience. Hi expertise and precision during the treatment was impressive. I would recommend Dr. Mahesh and the team to anyone looking for quality dental care.
I recently visited Dr. Mahesh at Acharya Dental Clinic for the extraction of two wisdom teeth, and the entire process was incredibly smooth. Dr. Mahesh is a wonderful communicator—he explained every step of the procedure clearly, making me feel at ease throughout. His calm and professional approach, combined with the caring attitude of the nurse and the entire clinic staff, made the experience even better.I’ve been a patient at Acharya Dental Clinic since around 2008 or 2009, and every visit has been marked by the same excellent level of care. From regular check-ups to more complex treatments, I’ve always felt well looked after here. The entire consistently ensure that patients are comfortable and fully informed, which is why I trust them with my dental health. I highly recommend this clinic for anyone looking for top-notch dental care.
I would like to express my gratitude to Dr. Mahesh and his team for the exceptional care they provided. I am very happy with my dental problem partially impacted wisdom tooth was solved ( tooth extraction) 2 days ago. Their care, support and cooperation was excellent and the treatment I received was very professional.
Been coming here since I was a child and had a fantastic experience and treatment. From braces to scaling to gum treatment – Dr. Vijaylakshmi Acharya and Dr. Varun Acharya have a fantastic team. They don’t make you wait and the overall quality and cleanliness is fantastic
Dr. Varun Acharya is an excellent maxillofacial prosthodontist and implantologist.I went to him traumatized by my previous experiences with a prosthodontist from South Africa, who had brought so much damage to both my dental health and my mental wellbeing. I was also suffering from a serious TMJ disorder.Dr Varun underwent a full mouth restoration in the most gentle and professional way. He repaired my occlusion and this improved my mental balance, so important after the traumatic experience mentioned above. He also did a tooth extraction and an implant, both in a very smooth and highly knowledgeable way.Dr. Varun is the kind of doctor who puts the patient’s healing and mental wellbeing before the material gain. He also has quite high resources of patience, a very calm approach, and he allocates more than enough time with each patient. All this provides such a safe space for his patients, so important for dental work.His practice- a state of the art practice. He makes sure that all procedures take place in an extremely clean environment, an aspect so important for India. The pricing is not as high as in other countries, that is why he has many foreign patients who come to India for the same high standard of service (or even higher) at a much lower pricing than in their home countries.Last but not least, Dr. Varun Acharya completed his postgraduate studies at NYU in the US. One can recognize in him a deep interest in the latest research of his field of work and in staying up-to-date with latest dental methodology.Today I look back to the year that is ending with gratitude towards the people who helped me have a better year than the previous one. And Dr. Varun is definitely high on that list. Thank you very much.
Extremely satisfied with the service!Dr.Mahesh was very professional, gentle and explained everything clearly. The clinic was clean and well-maintained. Highly recommended!
I have been taking treatment from Acharya Dental clinic, for a very difficult tooth procedure which was not happening in my home town. I’m still amazed by the exceptional service I received! As someone who’s not familiar with local dental clinics, I was impressed and I Still am, by this clinic’s state-of-the-art technology and modern facilities.From the moment I stepped in, I felt at ease with their clean and friendly ambiance. The warm welcome from the staff set the tone for a wonderful experience. I was particularly impressed by the smiling way Dr Vijealakshmi Acharya tackled my dental issue, which had always been a nightmare for me before .Dr Varun Acharya gave the finishing touch with gentleness , professionalism, and genuine care. I got back my smile and confidence through the expert treatment of both, Dr Vijealakshmi and Dr Varun.Their expertise shone through the painless treatment I received, which was a huge relief!I was also impressed by the reminders for my next appointment, which showed their attention to details and dedication to patient care.To anyone seeking top-notch dental care : Acharya Dental provides exceptional service, expertise, and warm hospitality which make them truly stand out!
Great clinic! Received a professional teeth cleaning by Dr. Nlvaythigae and am super happy. Will definitely come back! Thanks so much 🙏🏼
Everything about Acharya Dental is complete magic, because here’s where you realize that dental procedures and dentists don’t have to be scary and intimidating; you don’t have to wait forever for your treatment and appointments; you don’t have to lug around your files with dental records, as they have everything available in one place across any room you get treated in their clinic.I was fortunate enough to get my smile correction done by Dr. Varun Acharya, who was absolutely patient, kind, and gentle throughout the entire procedure. It’s incredibly hard to believe that I had undergone an entire dental procedure with zero pain or discomfort, and I’m in love with my smile now.The entire team at Acharya Dental exudes complete professionalism and mastery at what they do. You can completely trust Acharya Dental for any kind of dental issue, be it big or small, and be in awe as they work their magic.
I recently visited Acharya dental clinic, I couldn’t be more pleased with my experience. The staff was super friendly , making me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. Dr. Mahesh did my filling and extraction was professional and took the time to explain each step of the process, which really put me at ease. The clinic itself was clean and well-organized . I also found their scheduling system convenient, with minimal wait time. Overall, I highly recommend Acharya clinic for anyone looking for quality dental clinic .
Hi this is jothilingam, I went there to remove my wisdom teeth as recommended by Dr.Magesh sir.The doctors and the supporting staffs are very kind especially Dr.Magesh sir who did the surgery was very kind and friendly.I would strongly recommend Acharya Clinic 👍
Hello friends good day to you all,My name is Shahid Mohammed , iam 61 years old and my wife’s sister has recommended me to visit Acharya. Basically i am visiting India on vacation from Canada. Initially i had to put a cap which was broken and the doctors took my whole jaws x ray. Doctor Mahesh has done nicely the front tooth cap, and upon seeing my x ray he did recommend me a surgical extraction of my lower jaw tooth which was well performed by doctor seema. Though my cheek was swollen for 10 days and giving daily hot water fermentation and mouth wash plus medication has helped me. This was reduced after 15 days. I had root canal treatment and first time I had some pain and doctor sulochana said she would do i another sitting. Then she sent me down to surgical extraction and doctor seema done well with 2or 3 stitches. My point is anyone has to face with courage to our dental issues , and iam overall happy and very soon going to finish my treatment. Thank you all for your help including the front desk and god bless you.Shahid Mohammed
I recently visited Acharya Dental for my root canal treatment and I am extremely pleased with the experience. My procedure was done by Dr. Mahesh, and he took the time to explain the process to me. The procedure was handled efficiently, and I appreciated the straightforward experience. Hi expertise and precision during the treatment was impressive. I would recommend Dr. Mahesh and the team to anyone looking for quality dental care.
I recently visited Dr. Mahesh at Acharya Dental Clinic for the extraction of two wisdom teeth, and the entire process was incredibly smooth. Dr. Mahesh is a wonderful communicator—he explained every step of the procedure clearly, making me feel at ease throughout. His calm and professional approach, combined with the caring attitude of the nurse and the entire clinic staff, made the experience even better.I’ve been a patient at Acharya Dental Clinic since around 2008 or 2009, and every visit has been marked by the same excellent level of care. From regular check-ups to more complex treatments, I’ve always felt well looked after here. The entire consistently ensure that patients are comfortable and fully informed, which is why I trust them with my dental health. I highly recommend this clinic for anyone looking for top-notch dental care.
I would like to express my gratitude to Dr. Mahesh and his team for the exceptional care they provided. I am very happy with my dental problem partially impacted wisdom tooth was solved ( tooth extraction) 2 days ago. Their care, support and cooperation was excellent and the treatment I received was very professional.
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