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Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex - Smile HQ

Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex

Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex - Smile HQ

Essential Repairs for Your Smile

If you have pain or discomfort when you’re biting or whenever you drink or eat anything too hot or cold, you may have a cavity.

A dental cavity is a small hole in the surface of your tooth, usually caused by a combination of bacteria, diet, and poor dental hygiene.

If left untreated, your cavity will grow, increasing the risk of infection and leading to more pain, further dental issues, and bad breath.

Dental fillings repair cavities and minor damage from trauma. At SmileHQ, we aim to complete this simple procedure soon after spotting the decay. The quicker we can repair your tooth, the lower the chances of further damage.

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The Causes of Decay

Inside every mouth, there are countless bacteria. Some bacteria are helpful, while others can cause damage. There is no way to remove the bacteria from your mouth, but by monitoring what you eat, brushing often, and visiting us for regular comprehensive dental assessments, you can reduce the impact of the bacteria.

When you eat or drink anything sugary or starchy, the bacteria will feed on the particles left on your teeth. When they do this, they create a sticky substance called plaque. As the bacteria consume the particles, acid is created. When left on your teeth, this acid will break through the enamel and cause cavities.

Other causes of damage included physical trauma, grinding your teeth, reactions to certain medications, and acid reflux.

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Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex - Smile HQ
Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex - Smile HQ
Symptoms include
Sensitivity when
eating or drinking
anything hot or cold

What Are the Signs You Need a Filling?

Ideally, we’ll notice the early signs of tooth decay through routine checkups, but the signs that you should look for include:

  • Sensitivity when eating or drinking anything hot or cold
  • Pain or discomfort while biting or chewing
  • Throbbing pain in your tooth while not eating
  • You can see the cavity
  • You’ve lost or damaged an existing filling

The Filling Procedure

Getting a filling may not seem ideal, but if your tooth isn’t repaired, you’ll eventually need a root canal treatment. Fortunately, the procedure to place a filling is simple and brief.

We’ll begin by numbing the area surrounding the affected tooth. We may need to remove any decayed enamel before cleaning and drying the tooth.

Once prepared, we’ll use a composite material to fill the gap. We’ll then ensure that the filling is smooth and comfortable and that your jaws meet when closed.

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Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex - Smile HQ
Dental Fillings Brentwood, Essex - Smile HQ

Recovering After a Filling

It can take a while for the anaesthetic to wear off after your treatment. During this time, your mouth may feel numb. Avoid drinking anything hot immediately after treatment, as you may have problems gauging the temperature and end up scolding your mouth. Similarly, you should avoid eating or chewing as you could bite your tongue or the inside of your mouth.

Once you have the feeling back in your mouth, don’t chew on the side with the new filling for the first day. This is to protect the filling while it’s still new.

You may experience some sensitivity immediately after your treatment. However, this should improve quickly. If it worsens, get in touch.

How to Avoid Fillings

Prevention is always better than the cure. If you want to avoid future fillings, you can:

Rinse your mouth with mouthwash
Brush your teeth thoroughly in the morning and night
Use fluoride toothpaste to strengthen the enamel
Floss or use interdental brushes
Limit your sugar intake
Brush your teeth after eating or drinking anything with a high sugar content
Visit us regularly for a checkup

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Mark Brackley
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Two visits now; consultations and a hygienist appointment yesterday, always made to feel very comfortable in a professional environment… from an individual who has never been comfortable or wanting to visit the dentist, Smile HQ has completely changed my perspective and view of the experience! Looking forward to my next visit.

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Kelli Hoad
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Absolutely fantastic treatment from start to finish. My daughter was extremely anxious about having root canal treatment, but says she could barely feel anything. Rose (Endodontist) has a very professional and calming manner. The whole experience was the best experience my daughter has had at a dental practice. Belle (Nurse) was also so kind and caring, helping to completely put my daughter at ease. I can’t recommend Smile HQ and its staff enough. Also ladies on reception go above and beyond to Welcome you and put you at ease. Special mention to Hannah, for helping us get the quickest correct type of appointment, thoroughly answering all our questions. Seamless experience 😊

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Hannah Edwards
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I saw Dr Bal and have been so pleased with my treatment. He really listens to what you want to achieve and speaks through your treatment plan in so much detail. Very natural results which is what I wanted 🙂 Couldn’t recommend him enough!

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Natalie Musson
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I have visited SmileHQ for a consultation only, so cannot comment on actual treatment received at this point. However, from my initial enquiry through to my consultation, I have been extremely impressed by the friendliness and professionalism of all of the staff I have so far encountered. There has been no pressure to proceed with treatment and the refundable deposit for the consultation should you decide not to go ahead is commendable and shows an element of the ethos at this practice. I feel very confident in their ability and expertise in this field to eventually make me smile again and would highly recommend anyone taking the first steps on their own personal journey with SmileHQ.

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Tara Bethell
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I am absolutely over the moon with my teeth transformation! I have always hated my smile and now I can’t stop smiling ! Dr Pola and the whole team at smile HQ were amazing from start to finish. The clinic is beautiful, clean & calming – would massively recommend!

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Chloe Jackson
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Receptionist Kiera is an absolute delight to talk to. So refreshing from your ordinary rude front of house receptionists, lovely attitude and very helpful.

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Carly Tierney
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I had the best experience at Smile HQ. The customer service was excellent and everyone was very professional and friendly. Pola and Charlotte made me feel very comfortable during my treatment and my end results are amazing!

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The Pharmacist Beauty
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By far one of the best dental experiences I’ve ever had! I’ve been looking for a good dentist for a long time and always leave disappointed. The moment I walked into Smile HQ, I felt like I stepped into a Harley Street clinic – so clean and kind service. Dr Sasha took his time to explain and make sure I was very comfortable. The best dentist I’ve ever met who was actually so knowledgeable. Charlotte was brilliant and always had a smile on her face! 100% recommend this place!

Fillings at SmileHQ

At SmileHQ, we use the latest technology to ensure your dental treatment is efficient, effective, and as quick and comfortable as possible. If you need a filling, call us today to arrange your appointment.

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