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The Basics

Tooth-colored, built to last

When a cavity forms, a filling removes the decayed portion of the tooth and replaces it with a durable, tooth-colored material, restoring both function and appearance without the dark metal fillings of the past.

What to Expect

The steps involved

1. Numbing

The area gets numb first. You won't feel the next steps.

2. Removing Decay

The cavity is cleaned out and prepped for the filling.

3. Filling Placed

Tooth-colored material is shaped in and hardened with a light, then your bite is checked.

For recovery and aftercare, see our fillings guide →

Or browse our full treatment guide → for every procedure we offer.

Minimally Invasive Option

Curodont: treating cavities before they need a filling

For very early "white spot" cavities (decay so early it hasn't formed a hole yet), Curodont works like a scaffold: a peptide gel seeps into the enamel's weakened pores and attracts calcium and phosphate from your saliva to rebuild it from within, no drilling or numbing required. The tooth is cleaned and lightly etched, then the gel is applied and left to work for a few minutes. See our Curodont guide → for what to expect afterward.

Don't wait for it to get worse

The earlier it's caught, the more options you have.

Ask About Fillings →
Common Questions

Dental Fillings in Norwalk, CT FAQ

No, it does not hurt. The area is numbed before any decay is removed, so the procedure itself is not painful.

Only very early-stage cavities are good candidates. We'll let you know during your exam whether it's an option for your specific case.

Modern tooth-colored fillings commonly last seven to ten years or more with good care.

Yes. This includes prescribed medications, but also any recreational or non-prescribed drug use. Certain substances can seriously affect how your body responds to local anesthesia. We will never judge you for disclosing this. This practice was built around patient safety first, and what you tell us stays confidential.

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