{"id":3093,"date":"2020-11-17T18:06:10","date_gmt":"2020-11-17T18:06:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/creandental.ie\/?page_id=3093"},"modified":"2023-04-03T16:37:56","modified_gmt":"2023-04-03T16:37:56","slug":"tooth-fillings","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/creandental.ie\/general-dental-treatments\/tooth-fillings\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth Fillings"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; lg_spacing=&#8221;padding_bottom:20&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Poppins%3A300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal&#8221; text=&#8221;Tooth Fillings&#8221; max_width=&#8221;770px&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:46&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Poppins%3A300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal&#8221; text_color=&#8221;primary&#8221; text=&#8221;What Are Tooth Fillings?&#8221; max_width=&#8221;770px&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:20&#8243;][tm_heading style=&#8221;with-separator-2&#8243; tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;Maybe you\u2019ve noticed some tooth pain recently. Your teeth suddenly hurt after drinking an ice-cold drink, or a cup of hot chocolate. It hurts to chew, and candy what was once a sweet treat has become a sugary drop of pain. If you\u2019re experiencing any of this, you may have a cavity.<br \/>\nCavities are holes in your teeth, destroyed by decay and exposing sensitive nerves. 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Filling in the hole of the tooth, hence the name. They will cover any exposed soft tissue from damaged enamel and relieve any pain that was being caused by the damage.<br \/>\nFillings can be made from a variety of materials and they each come with their pros and cons, as well as varying prices. These types of filling are:&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][tm_list list_style=&#8221;icon-02&#8243; marker_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; title_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_title_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; desc_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; columns=&#8221;xs:1;lg:1&#8243; items=&#8221;%5B%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Composite%20plastics%20(resin)%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Gold%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Amalgam%20(silver)%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Porcelain%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%5D&#8221; heading_font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; text=&#8221;When Is A Tooth Filling Needed?&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:36&#8243; line_height=&#8221;46px&#8221;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; text=&#8221;Fillings not only help fill in gaps in your smile when you have chipped or broken a tooth. They also fill in the internal gaps of your tooth created by decay. A filling may be required when there is enough damage to the tooth that it cannot be ignored. If left for too long cavities can spread down to the gum line which would result in a root canal being performed, or for the tooth to be pulled entirely.<br \/>\nYou may be suitable to get this treatment is you are experiencing the following:&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][tm_list list_style=&#8221;check&#8221; marker_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; title_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_title_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; desc_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; columns=&#8221;xs:1;lg:1&#8243; items=&#8221;%5B%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Toothache%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Throbbing%20pain%20while%20chewing%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Sensitivity%20to%20hot%20or%20cold%20temperatures%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Sensitivity%20to%20pressure%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Sensitivity%20to%20sweet%20foods%20and%20drinks.%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%5D&#8221; heading_font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; lg_spacing=&#8221;padding_top:60;padding_bottom:60&#8243; custom_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner gutter=&#8221;xs:30;sm:50;md:80;lg:100&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][tm_heading custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;Does Filling A Tooth Hurt?<mark> Answer : No <\/mark>&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:36&#8243; line_height=&#8221;46px&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;lg:50&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;The treatment of getting a tooth filling put into place is not a painful process in any way. In fact, getting a filling put into place will cover up and seal away exposed nerve endings and will relieve pain.&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; background_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; lg_spacing=&#8221;padding_top:80;padding_bottom:80&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-6&#8243;][tm_heading custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; icon_type=&#8221;icomoon&#8221; icon_icomoon=&#8221;icomoon-chat-1&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;primary&#8221; text=&#8221;What are the Benefits of Getting a Tooth Filling?&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:36&#8243; icon_font_size=&#8221;lg:54&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:20&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text_color=&#8221;primary&#8221; text=&#8221;The main aim of filling a tooth is to save it and prevent further damage, a small filling can turn into a large one, or require a root canal or possible tooth loss, so the longer issues are left untreated the price of resolving it and the damage occurring increases. 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It may take multiple visits.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        How long does a filling take?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3357\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0As little as 20 minutes but not typically more than an hour.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        How does a tooth filling work?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3357\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fillings restore the strength and integrity of the tooth by filling in the part of the remove that has decayed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dentist moulds the filling to the shape of the cavity and surrounding tooth, restoring the strength of the tooth.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        What is a tooth filling?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3357\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0A tooth filling is a piece of material designed to be inserted into a tooth that has been destroyed by decay. It is shaped to the size of the cavity and fills it in. <\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        How much does a tooth filling cost?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3357\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The price of fillings will vary based on location, but will average around the following:<\/span><br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amalgam (silver) filling 95-120 euro<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Composite filling 100-150 euro<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Porcelain filling 250-300 euro<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold prices will vary and it is recommended you speak with your dentist for more details.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        Why do I feel pain in my tooth after getting a filling?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3357\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0A tooth that has just had a filling done will be more sensitive to temperatures. This should resolve after a couple of weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        Does getting a filling hurt?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3357\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The procedure itself does not hurt, and may in fact relieve pain. By covering any exposed nerves or soft tissue any toothache caused by that will be relieved.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t                        \r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\t\t<style>\r\n                    .xga-accordoin-heading .title {\r\n            font-size: 20px;\r\n            color: #333333;\r\n        }\r\n        .accordion-pagination .accordion-pagination-wrapper ul li .current,\r\n        .accordion-pagination .accordion-pagination-wrapper ul li a:hover\r\n        {\r\n            color:#fff;\r\n            background-color: #4a0e78;\r\n            border-color:#4a0e78;\r\n        }\r\n        .accordion-pagination .accordion-pagination-wrapper ul li,\r\n        .accordion-pagination .accordion-pagination-wrapper ul li a{\r\n            color: #333;\r\n            background-color: #fff;\r\n            font-size: 16px;\r\n        }\r\n                    .xga-accordion-wrapper-09 .xga-accrodion .xga-accordion-heading a:after{\r\n                border-color:  #ffffff;\r\n                color: #ffffff;\r\n            }\r\n            .xga-accordion-wrapper-09 .xga-accrodion .xga-accordion-heading a{\r\n                background-color: #e8cda0;\r\n                color: #4a0e78;\r\n                font-size: 18px;\r\n                border-left-color: #4a0e78;\r\n            }\r\n            .xga-accordion-wrapper-09 .xga-accrodion .xga-accordion-heading a.open{\r\n                color: #ffffff;\r\n                background-color: #4a0e78;\r\n            }\r\n            .xga-accordion-wrapper-09 .xga-accrodion .xga-accordion-body .xga-acc-content{\r\n                color: #3b3b3b;\r\n                font-size: 16px;\r\n                border-left-color: #4a0e78;\r\n            }\r\n            .xga-accordion-wrapper-09 .xga-accrodion .xga-accordion-body .xga-acc-content p{\r\n                font-size: 16px;\r\n            }\r\n        \r\n        \t\t<\/style>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-wrapper-09\" id=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        How long do fillings last?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Depending on the filling:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resin fillings may chip and wear over time and may need replacing after only a couple years<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold fillings can last up to 20 years<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Porcelain 5-10 years<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amalgam 10-15 years<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        How should I take care of my filling?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By keeping up with good regular oral hygiene habits you will be able to take care of your filling:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush at least twice a day and floss daily<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limit consumption of sugary snacks and drinks<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Limit alcohol and tobacco use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        Does all tooth decay require fillings?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, not all tooth decay requires filling and there are treatments for small cavities that do not require filling. These include silver diamine fluoride treatments and dental sealants.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        How long should my tooth hurt after getting a filling?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between 2-4 weeks. If it persists longer than that contact your dentist.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        Why does my filling have a dark spot?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is likely you have an amalgam (silver) filling. Due to the material used they are going to be darker than other fillings.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        What should I eat after a tooth filling?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should stick to soft foods for a couple of weeks after the filling.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">soups and stews<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooked fruits vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy products<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoothies and protein shakes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\t\t            <div class=\"xga-accrodion\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                <div class=\"xga-accordion-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\"  class=\"xga-collapse \"\r\n                       aria-expanded=\"false\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        Why can I taste my tooth filling?<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"xga-accordion-body \" data-parent=\"xga-accrodion-3356\">\r\n                    <div class=\"xga-acc-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                        \t\t\t\t        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many fillings are made of metallic materials, and as a result, may have a metallic taste. 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Working with your dentist to meet your dental health goals, you\u2019ll find that there is always something to smile about. Our prices are competitive and our services top notch. Review our competitive price chart below. Book your appointment online. You can call our Tralee clinic at 0667117577.&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Poppins%3A300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; text_color=&#8221;third&#8221; text=&#8221;You only get one set of teeth, Ensure a healthy mouth with healthy teeth and gums. 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Your teeth suddenly hurt after drinking an ice-cold drink, or a cup of hot chocolate. It hurts to chew, and candy what was once a sweet treat has become a sugary drop of pain. If you\u2019re experiencing any of this, you may have a cavity. Cavities are holes in your teeth, destroyed by decay and exposing sensitive nerves. 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Filling in the hole of the tooth, hence the name. They will cover any exposed soft tissue from damaged enamel and relieve any pain that was being caused by the damage. Fillings can be made from a variety of materials and they each come with their pros and cons, as well as varying prices. These types of filling are:&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][tm_list list_style=&#8221;icon-02&#8243; marker_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; title_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_title_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; desc_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; columns=&#8221;xs:1;lg:1&#8243; items=&#8221;%5B%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Composite%20plastics%20(resin)%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Gold%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Amalgam%20(silver)%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_title%22%3A%22Porcelain%20fillings%22%2C%22icon_type%22%3A%22fontawesome5%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome5%22%3A%22far%20fa-arrow-right%22%7D%5D&#8221; heading_font_size=&#8221;lg:18&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; text=&#8221;When Is A Tooth Filling Needed?&#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:36&#8243; line_height=&#8221;46px&#8221;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text_color=&#8221;secondary&#8221; text=&#8221;Fillings not only help fill in gaps in your smile when you have chipped or broken a tooth. They also fill in the internal gaps of your tooth created by decay. A filling may be required when there is enough damage to the tooth that it cannot be ignored. If left for too long cavities can spread down to the gum line which would result in a root canal being performed, or for the tooth to be pulled entirely. 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Answer : No &#8221; font_size=&#8221;lg:36&#8243; line_height=&#8221;46px&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;lg:50&#8243;][tm_spacer size=&#8221;lg:30&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][tm_heading tag=&#8221;div&#8221; custom_google_font=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;The treatment of getting a tooth filling put into place is not a painful process in any way. 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