Fillings and general dentistry in Bilbao
Conservative (general) dentistry treats decay and day-to-day care with fillings and restorations, preserving the natural tooth as much as possible. It is the basis for keeping your mouth healthy.
Fillings and general dentistry in Bilbao
Conservative dentistry is everyday dentistry: detecting and treating decay with fillings, restoring damaged teeth and keeping your mouth healthy with check-ups. It is called "conservative" because its priority is to preserve your own tooth as long as possible, treating problems while they are still small. We use materials (composite) the colour of the tooth, so the restorations are invisible.
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Benefits of fillings in Bilbao
Stops decay
Treated in time, decay is solved with a simple filling.
Natural tooth
We preserve your tooth as much as possible instead of replacing it.
Aesthetic fillings
Tooth-coloured materials: they blend in and are invisible.
Fillings in Bilbao: key points
- Treats decay with fillings before it becomes a bigger problem (root canal or extraction).
- Today fillings are tooth-coloured composite: the grey metal ones are no longer used.
- Many cavities do not hurt at first and are only detected at the check-up.
- The annual check-up is what catches decay early and solves it with a simple filling.
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What you ask us most
How do I know if I have a cavity?
Many cavities do not hurt at first and are only detected at the check-up or with an X-ray. Others cause sensitivity to cold or sweets, or pain when they are deeper. That is why it is worth getting checked at least once a year, even if you feel nothing.
Are fillings noticeable?
No. We use composite the colour of your tooth, which blends in and looks aesthetic. The old grey metal fillings (amalgam) are no longer used.
Does getting a filling hurt?
Small cavities are sometimes filled without anaesthetic and without pain. If the cavity is deeper, local anaesthetic is used so you feel nothing during treatment.
What happens if I do not treat a cavity?
An untreated cavity grows and advances into the tooth. What could have been solved with a filling may end up needing a root canal or, if it goes very far, extraction. The sooner it is treated, the simpler and cheaper.
How often should I get a check-up?
For most people, once a year is enough. If you are prone to decay, every 6 months. At the check-up we also review old fillings and the health of your gums.
