Cavity

One of the most popular dental issues affecting individuals from all age groups is cavities. Cavities result from tooth decays which gradually turn into small holes and openings due to bacterial activity and plaque build-up. Untreated cavities might lead to pain, infection, or even tooth loss. Good oral hygiene practices and regular dental check-ups are integral to preventing cavities. If your condition is severe, consider seeing your dentist promptly.

Symptoms of Cavity

Cavities might go unnoticed at initial stages. However, they may produce symptoms as they progress, such as:

• Toothache: Persistent toothache, especially during chewing.
• Sensitivity: Sensitivity towards hot, cold or sweet food items.
• Visible pits or holes: Occurrence of small pits or holes on your tooth surface.
• Stains and dark spots: Appearance of dark spots on the tooth surface indicates decays.
• Bad breath: Untreated cavities cause bacterial activity leading to bad breath.

How do cavities form?

When a sticky bacterial film called plaque builds up on your teeth, it leads to formation of cavities. Foods rich in starch and sugar can often fuel up bacterial activity, when not cleaned properly from your teeth. This leads to acid production causing your enamel to erode away and leading to decay. As the decay penetrates into the inner layers like pulp and dentin, it causes severe pain and infection.

What happens during a cavity filling?

You will go through the following steps during a cavity treatment:

1. Examine and X-ray: Our dentist will first examine your affected tooth with an X-ray to check the extent f the decay.
2. Remove decay: Next the dentist removes the decayed part of your tooth.
3. Clean the cavity: After removal of the decay, the dentist cleans the cavity to prevent accumulation of bacteria.
4. Filling the cavity: A restorative material such as porcelain, composite resin or amalgam is used to

Types of Cavity Fillings

• Composite resin fillings: These are tooth-coloured fillings and are ideal for visible areas of your teeth, as they perfectly blend with your tooth colour.
• Porcelain Inlays: Porcelain is perfect for filling large cavities exposed to greater wear. These are durable and also give you an aesthetically pleasing look.

Costs for Cavity Filling in London

Different factors from the nature of the filling material, location of the dental practice, or the size of your cavity determine the ultimate cavity filling cost in London. However, you can expect these estimates listed below:

• Composite resin fillings: These are a more popular and aesthetic option for your visible teeth; ranging around £300 to £485 per filling.
• Porcelain inlays: These are strong and durable giving a natural appearance for larger cavities; costs range around £1000 to £1200 per filling.

At Museum Dental Suites, we maintain an upfront and affordable pricing system for cavity treatments. Our team guarantees you quality dental care, flexible payment methods and insurance options to manage your dental expenses without compromising your budget. Contact us today to get a personalised quote for your cavity treatment and find out more information on cavity filling cost in London.

Prevention of Cavities

• Regular brushing and flossing: Remove food particles and plaque from teeth by brushing at least twice a day and flossing regularly.
• Limit sugary foods: Cut down on sugary and acidic foods as these trigger cavity formation.
• Regular dental checkups: Regular dental visits and professional cleanings can catch cavities early and prevent severe dental complications.
• Fluoride treatments: Using fluoride toothpastes can help make your enamel strong and prevent tooth decays.

Why choose us for cavity treatment?

• Experienced team: Our expert dentists offer the quickest and most effective treatments to your cavities, using the latest techniques.
• Advanced technology: We detect and treat cavities at their early stages using the state of the art equipment.
• Patient-centred care: The comfort of our patients is our top priority. We tailor personalised treatment plans to address your dental concerns.
• Affordable options: We try to make sure that you receive best quality dental care at affordable rates and with our flexible payment plans.