Dental Filling

A dental filling is a restorative procedure in which part of a tooth that has been decayed (dental cavity) is removed and the created hole is filled with special materials such as a mixture of metal or fine glass and plastic particles. It can also be used to repair a damaged or worn tooth. Generally, metal fillings are more durable, lasting about 15 years while tooth-colored (composite) fillings may need to be replaced a bit sooner (10 to 12 years).