# Dental Filling

A filling helps to restore a tooth damaged by decay to its normal function and shape and helps to prevent further decay by eliminating areas where bacteria can enter the tooth.

Duration for a filling

• It all depends on the type of cavity, the material used, chewing habits.
• Dental Fillings are durable but might not last forever.

Things to be followed after filling the tooth:

• Do not eat food for about 30 mins after the filling procedure
• Do not chew from the side of filled tooth for 24 hrs
• Chew slowly and bite lightly
• Skip sticky foods
• Avoid very hot or cold drinks for next 24 hrs
• Avoid sugary foods
• Do not chew nuts, hard candy

What could happen if you don’t do dental fillings?

• Increased sensitivity
• Painful unexpected dental emergencies
• Toothache
• Gum diseases
• Cavities in more teeth
• Root canal treatment
• Bigger dental bills