A filling seals a hole, or cavity, in a tooth. This helps treat tooth decay, preventing further damage and tooth loss, as well as the possibility of pain and infection. Having a cavity filled may ...

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Getting a dental filling is one of the most common dental treatments. If your dentist has told you that you need a filling, you probably ...

It’s not uncommon to feel fear or concern about getting a cavity filled. Dental fillings can hurt in some instances. But most cause little to no discomfort during the procedure. If you’re avoiding ...

During a game of Red Rover when she was 16 years old, Rochelle "Roz" Siuvuq Ferry lost a front tooth. Ferry, who is Inupiaq, remembers having to get on a plane to get from her remote Alaskan village ...

A dental filling can replace parts of a damaged tooth and prevent further decay. Although fillings are usually permanent, your doctor might initially treat tooth decay with a temporary filling. Keep ...

Composite fillings show over 80% success in young children treated under general anesthesia. Bulk-fill methods reduce procedure time by 60% while maintaining high restoration quality. Material ...

Some tooth pain or sensitivity is to be expected after a filling and should improve within a few days to a couple of weeks. However, persistent pain may indicate nerve irritation, an allergic reaction ...

I dread going to the dentist as much as the next person — which is why any video suggesting that I might not have to catches my attention. Lately, I’ve been drawn to TikTok clips sharing how to ...