During a filling appointment your dentist will ensure you are comfortable by numbing the area (for patients who prefer local anaesthetic), they will then remove the decayed or damaged tooth material, clean the area, reinforce or line the cavity if necessary then fill the cavity with filling material.

Choosing the right dentist is an important decision as they are someone you will see on a regular basis over many years, even possibly your whole life. The right dentist will be your partner in looking after your oral health needs, keeping your teeth, gums and mouth healthy so they should be someone you like and feel comfortable with.

Seeing one dentist consistently, rather than shopping around for a new dentist every visit, provides you with a consistently high level of care as your dentist knows your medical and dental history and any current treatment plans you have discussed.

We have a large range of interdental aids available to purchase at reception here at Jones Dental. Many of our patients pop-in between regular check ups to stock up on Piksters and Floss picks. We can also order in special products recommended by your dentist or oral health therapist.

If you are unable to pop in, a number of interdental products are available at some chemists and pharmacies.

While seeing one dentist is preferable, emergencies do happen which is why at Jones Dental we have a number of dentists on staff and we keep emergency appointments available. If you do see a different dentist for a visit they will liaise with your current dentist so your continuity of care is not interrupted.

At Jones Dental we have a large number of friendly, highly qualified dentists on our team and we will work with you to choose the dentist who best suits you and your family’s needs.

Generally, your dentist will recommend you wait approximately 2- 3 hours after your appointment before you eat. This gives a chance for the anaesethetic to wear away, because eating while numb can lead to you accidentally biting your tongue, cheeks or lips and not being aware of it. You can also burn yourself and not realise until the anaesethetic has worn off! Extra attention needs to be given to children who sometimes start chewing or sucking their lips because of the numbness. It is perfectly fine to drink cold beverages. So a shake, or a juice would be a good idea whilst numb if you are feeling hungry or light headed.

It can be difficult to determine if you require a filling, however potential signs include; a dark spot or hole on the tooth, tooth sensitivity, sharp pain, pain when biting down, food getting stuck, as existing filling is cracked or broken, your tooth feels rough.
If you are experiencing any of the above signs we recommend you book an appointment with you dentist who can assess your tooth and determine whether a filling is required.