Colour-matched material
Composite resin comes in a range of shades. The dentist picks the one closest to your tooth so the repair does not draw the eye.
Bandra / Khar West
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Thane West / Hiranandani Estate
Thane / Majiwada / Lodha Paradise
Thane West / Chestnut Plaza
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Cavity Repair
Tooth Fillings in Bandra, Mumbai
Small repairs, matched to your tooth and usually done in one sitting
A filling replaces the part of a tooth lost to decay or a small chip. It is the most common dental treatment, and when a cavity is caught early it is also one of the quickest.
At Nitro Dentists in Bandra West, the dentist shows you where the cavity is, explains which material suits that tooth, and tells you how long the appointment will take. If more than one tooth needs attention, you decide together whether to do them in one visit or spread them out.
Often a lunch-hour job
A single small or medium filling is commonly completed in one short appointment, with no laboratory stage.
Less tooth removed
Bonded fillings stick to the tooth, so the dentist can usually remove just the decayed part and keep the healthy structure.
How Fillings Work
What happens during a filling appointment at our Bandra clinic
Decay begins when acids produced by plaque bacteria dissolve the enamel. In the early stages there is often no pain at all, which is why cavities are frequently found at a routine check-up or on an X-ray and not by the patient.
For the filling itself, the tooth is usually numbed with local anaesthetic. Very shallow cavities sometimes do not need it. The dentist removes the softened, decayed tooth structure, cleans the cavity and keeps the area dry.
With a tooth-coloured composite filling, the material is placed in thin layers and each layer is hardened with a curing light. The surface is then shaped to follow the natural grooves of the tooth, the bite is checked with marking paper, and the filling is polished.
Composite is the usual choice for visible teeth and for many back teeth. Other materials, such as glass ionomer, may be suggested in particular situations, for instance near the gum line. Your dentist will explain the reasons for the choice.
A filling has limits. If decay has reached the nerve, the tooth may need root canal treatment. If a large part of the tooth is missing, an inlay, onlay or crown may hold up better than a very big filling.
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Worth a Check-Up
Signs that a tooth may need a filling
Many cavities give no warning, so regular check-ups are still the surest way to find them. That said, book a visit if you notice any of the following.
A quick, sharp twinge
A brief zing with sweets, cold water or ice cream can mean the enamel has been breached.
Food catching in one spot
Floss that shreds, or food that packs between the same two teeth every time, may point to a cavity or a worn filling edge.
A dark spot or shadow
Brown, black or chalky white patches are not always decay, but they should be looked at.
A rough or broken filling
If your tongue finds a sharp edge or a hole where a filling used to feel smooth, it may need repair or replacement.
Small Now or Bigger Later
Early cavities are the easiest to fix
A cavity does not heal once it has formed a hole, and it tends to grow slowly. Treating it while it is small generally means a shorter appointment, more natural tooth kept and a repair that is easier to disguise.
Hospital Alliance
Our Alliance with Hospitals
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Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Navi Mumbai
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Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre
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Saturday
9.30 AM – 5.30 PM
Sunday
9.30 AM – 3.00 PM
Patient Journey
Planning your tooth filling appointment in Bandra, Mumbai
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Patient Reviews
What patients say after visiting Nitro Dentists
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Rhea Coelho
15:36 01 Oct 24
The clinic is well decorated and pristine. All the four dentists there are very experienced and super welcoming. Best place in Bandra for any dental work.
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Sanika shigwan
10:45 29 Sep 24
I went for a normal checkup but was amazed to experience laughing gas. They gave me a totally pain-free experience.
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manaswi pagade
10:37 29 Sep 24
I went to Nitro Dentists with my friend and it was a really amazing experience. The doctors were supportive and reassuring.
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M18 Enrico Rodrigues
10:19 19 Jul 24
Good service, friendly doctors, and an overall smooth experience with Nitro Dentists.
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Manisha Paswan
10:30 06 Jul 24
Affordable implants are available at Nitro Dentists. Amazing care and attention throughout the treatment.
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Pt. RATNESH
15:23 01 Jul 24
Affordable dental care is hard to find, but Nitro Dentists in Mumbai delivers top-notch care at a reasonable price.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A well-matched composite filling is hard to pick out, even on a front tooth. The dentist selects the shade against your own tooth before starting, and polishes the surface so it reflects light like enamel. Over the years composite can pick up stain at the edges, particularly with frequent tea, coffee or tobacco, and may then need polishing or replacing. It should also feel smooth to your tongue and level when you bite.
Often, yes. One straightforward filling commonly takes somewhere between twenty minutes and an hour, depending on its size and position. Composite is fully set when you leave the chair, so there is no waiting for it to harden. If anaesthetic was used, your lip or tongue may stay numb for two to three hours. Hold off on eating until it wears off, and expect to sound a little unclear on calls. Several fillings in the same area can often be combined into one longer visit.
Mild sensitivity to cold or to biting is fairly common for a few days and sometimes a couple of weeks, especially after a deep filling. It normally settles without treatment. If the tooth feels high when you close your teeth together, or the sensitivity is getting worse instead of better, come back. A small bite adjustment takes only a few minutes and usually solves it.
Many last for years, but there is no fixed figure. It depends on the size of the filling, where it sits in the mouth, how hard you bite, whether you grind your teeth, and how well you clean. Fillings are checked at routine visits for wear, chipping and new decay at the margins, and are repaired or replaced when needed.
Not automatically. A silver filling that is intact and sealed does not need to be removed just because of its age. Replacement makes sense if it is cracked, leaking, has decay around it, or if its appearance bothers you and the tooth can take a new restoration. Removing any filling takes away a little more tooth each time, so the dentist will weigh this up with you tooth by tooth.
Dropping in for a filling in Bandra West
The clinic is on S.V. Road in Bandra West: 201, 2nd Floor, Makhija Royale, above Noble Plus Chemist, Mumbai 400052. It is a short trip for anyone living or working around Pali Hill, Carter Road or Khar West. To book a check-up or a filling, call +91 97696 52122 or +91 99305 70388. Let us know if you are short of time, so the visit can be planned accordingly.