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Replacing Fillings

Page Summary
Replacing Fillings
  • Old metal fillings can be replaced with modern tooth-colored materials for natural-looking, durable restorations.
  • Tooth-colored fillings blend seamlessly with natural teeth while providing strong, long-lasting protection.
  • A consultation is available to assess existing fillings and discuss replacement options for improved aesthetics and function.

Over time, old fillings can break, crack, become aesthetically unpleasing and otherwise deteriorate causing damage to your teeth. 

The process for replacing fillings takes place in two steps—first, we will carefully remove all existing filling material from your teeth and clean your teeth to accommodate your new fillings. Once this is complete, we will refill the area with an appropriate, durable dental restorative material.

Depending on the number of fillings that may need replacement, you may require one or several visits.

Tooth Colored Filling Material

In the right circumstances, we can use tooth-colored filling materials that are specially formulated dental composite designed to look and function like natural tooth structure. When applied, this material is a soft, putty-like consistency, allowing us to precisely fill in the area creating a natural-looking shape to your filling.

Once we have shaped the filling material, we will apply a specially calibrated light to harden and cure the newly repaired tooth. Finally, we will make any necessary adjustments to the size and shape of your tooth, and then polish the completed filling to create a smooth new surface.

Your Consultation

Call or email our clinic in Innisfail, Alberta Canada today to schedule your personal consultation with us. We'll answer any questions you have about this and our other dental options.

FAQs

Q: Why would I need to replace an old filling?

A: Over time, fillings can break, crack, or become discoloured, which can lead to even more damage to the tooth underneath. If a filling has broken down too much for a simple replacement, your dentist may recommend a crown instead to protect the tooth.

Q: What material do you use to replace fillings?

A: We use a specially formulated, tooth-coloured dental composite that looks and functions like natural tooth structure. It's applied as a soft, putty-like material, shaped to match your tooth, then hardened with a curing light for a smooth, natural-looking result.

Q: What does the filling replacement process involve?

A: Your dentist carefully removes the old filling material and cleans the area. They then refill it with the new composite, shaping and polishing it to blend in with the rest of your tooth. Depending on how many fillings need replacing, this may take more than one visit.

Q: Does replacing a filling hurt?

A: Filling replacement is generally straightforward, similar to getting a filling for the first time. If you experience dental anxiety or sensitivity, ask your dentist about our sedation dentistry options to help you feel more comfortable.

Q: How many times can a filling be replaced?

A: There's no fixed number of times a filling can be replaced, but each time a filling is replaced, a small amount of additional tooth structure is typically removed to prepare the area. This can affect whether a filling can be replaced again.

Q: Can you replace old metal (amalgam) fillings with tooth-colored material?

A: Yes. Replacing older, visible metal fillings with our tooth-coloured composite is one of the most common reasons patients come in for this service. It's a similar process to dental bonding and uses the same type of natural-looking material.

" What Our Patients Say About Us "

Innisfail Family Dental is very clean, the staff is great, friendly and reassuring. Dr Champney is friendly and explains the work to be done and what to expect. The fillings were done quickly and painlessly.

Larry S.

As always, we had another great visit with Dr. Champney and his team. They have been taking care of my family for 8 years, and we'll never switch. Everyone is friendly, personable and are great with my kids, since they were little and now into their teens. Dr. Champney takes the time to do things right and makes sure we are comfortable at our visits. Would absolutely recommend.

Kristie

100% recommend coming here. Excellent communication from everyone and extremely accommodating, even with a toddler and baby in tow. Very good and patient with children getting their teeth checked too! Was unlike any other dentist experience ever before, and felt truly listened to and had all their attention during the appointment.

Angela C.

The friendliest staff I have ever had the privilege of encountering. Dr.Champney is not only extremely intelligent but he is patient, thorough and kind! I look forward to having a dental office I enjoy visiting.

Danna F-W.

We have been with Innisfail Family Dental from the time we moved here in 2010. The staff has always been friendly and helpful and Dr. Champney has always been thorough and honest with us. All of my children have had their wisdom teeth removed at the clinic and we have had zero complications. The office follows the dental fee guide and if we’ve ever had a concern with service or fees they were quick to come to a resolution. Keep up the great work!

Cheryl G.

I always dread deep cleaning but wow this was the most painless one I've ever had. The hygienist is super supportive and sensitive to needs. I would highly recommend this dental clinic.

Corinne J.

Such a refreshing experience with Innisfail Family Dental. Everyone was so pleasant to deal with and Dr Champney took the time to sit with me and thoroughly go through all my X rays and questions I had. I felt so comfortable and heard. Thank you. My entire family will be going here.

Krista

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