Cavity Fillings in Pune
Tooth-coloured restorations that repair decay and protect the tooth.
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What is a cavity filling?
A cavity filling is a routine restorative treatment. It removes decayed tooth structure and rebuilds the tooth with a filling material. That repairs the damage a cavity has caused, brings back the tooth's shape and function, and stops the decay from spreading further.
At Prudent Dental Clinic in Viman Nagar, fillings are placed by Dr. Puja Bansal (BDS), who has 27 years of experience. Each cavity is assessed on its own, so the right material and approach are chosen for your tooth.
Key takeaways
- A cavity filling removes decay and rebuilds the tooth, which stops the decay from spreading.
- Common materials are tooth-coloured composite resin and glass ionomer cement; the choice depends on the cavity.
- Root or Class V cavities, near the gum line, are often linked to gum recession and toothbrush abrasion.
- The tooth is numbed first, so the procedure is usually comfortable. Mild sensitivity afterwards is normal.
- Cost is quoted individually after an examination. There is no fixed online price.
What does getting a filling involve?
1
Examination
We check the tooth and, where needed, take an X-ray to see how deep the decay reaches.
2
Numbing the tooth
Local anaesthesia is used so the area is comfortable before any decay is removed.
3
Removing the decay
The decayed tissue is carefully cleaned away, leaving healthy tooth structure behind.
4
Filling & shaping
The cavity is filled and shaped to match your bite, then smoothed and polished.
You will get simple aftercare advice once the filling is complete. Good oral hygiene and regular check-ups keep your fillings, and the teeth around them, healthy.
Composite vs glass ionomer fillings
| Material | Appearance | Often used for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite resin | Tooth-coloured | Visible front teeth and many back-tooth cavities | Bonded to the tooth and shaded to blend in for a natural look |
| Glass ionomer cement (GIC) | Tooth-coloured | Root (Class V) and gum-line cavities | Bonds chemically to the tooth and releases fluoride over time |
Both are tooth-coloured. The right material depends on the size, depth and position of the cavity and how much chewing force the tooth takes. Dr. Bansal will recommend what suits your tooth at your appointment.
Why treat a cavity promptly?
- Stops decay before it reaches deeper into the tooth
- Restores comfortable chewing and a normal tooth shape
- Helps you avoid more involved treatment later, such as root canal
- Reduces sensitivity caused by exposed or decayed surfaces
- Protects neighbouring teeth and your overall oral health
What about cost?
The cost of a filling depends mostly on how far the decay has gone. A small, early cavity is quicker and simpler to treat than one that has reached deep into the tooth, and the number of teeth involved and the material used (tooth-coloured composite or glass ionomer) also change the total. We confirm the figure only after examining the tooth, and you get it in writing before any treatment starts.
Request a ConsultationWhat does a filling cost?
There is no single price. What you pay depends on your own mouth, so we examine first and give you a written, itemised quote rather than publishing a flat figure that would not apply to you.
Tooth filling cost: what actually determines it explains exactly what drives the cost and how to compare quotes fairly. See also our dental treatment cost guide.
Cavity filling FAQs
Sources & further reading: Indian Dental Association; World Health Organization, Oral Health.
Also explore restorative dentistry, composite fillings, root canal treatment, and our sterilisation & safety standards.
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