Dental Filling in Coimbatore
The short answer: A dental filling repairs a tooth damaged by decay by removing the decayed part and filling the space with a tooth-coloured composite material. Early treatment keeps the cavity small and protects the nerve inside the tooth. Larger cavities may need an inlay, onlay or crown instead.
Reviewed by Dr. K. Saravanan, MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics), Reg. LM4646 · Last reviewed 7 November 2026
Step by step
- 1
Examination and X-ray
- 2
Local anaesthesia and removal of decay
- 3
Placing composite in layers and shaping it with a curing light
- 4
Bite check and polishing
Who benefits
- People with cavities or sensitivity when eating sweets or cold food
- Those with chipped or worn teeth
- Patients replacing old, leaking fillings
Benefits
- Stops decay from spreading
- Matches tooth colour
- Done in one visit
Things to consider
- Large cavities may need a stronger restoration
- Good brushing and flossing prevent new cavities
- Fillings can wear and may need replacing
What affects the cost?
Fees depend on your examination, so we do not quote fixed prices online. The main factors are:
- Size and number of fillings
- Which tooth
- Material used
Your dentist
Dr. K. Saravanan
MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics) · 9 years experience · Reg. LM4646 · Member, Indian Orthodontic Society
Dental Filling: your questions answered
Yes, possibly. Cavities often cause no pain until they are deep. A check-up and X-ray find them early.
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Partial Crowns (Inlays & Onlays)
Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations that repair teeth with damage too large for a filling but not severe enough for a full crown. They are made from ceramic or composite and bonded in place, conserving more natural tooth than a crown.
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Root Canal Therapy
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and shapes the canals, and seals them. It is done under local anaesthesia to relieve toothache and avoid extraction. Most teeth need a crown afterwards to protect them from fracture.
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Family Dental Check-Up
A dental check-up is a full examination of your teeth, gums, tongue, jaw and bite, with X-rays when needed. It finds cavities, gum disease and other problems early, when treatment is simpler. Most people should visit every six to twelve months.
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