Treating decay early preserves more of your tooth
Dental caries is the most common dental disease. The earlier it's treated, the more healthy tooth structure is preserved and the simpler the treatment.
What it is
Treatment involves removing the damaged tissue and restoring the tooth, most often with a tooth-coloured composite filling. Our approach is conservative, preserving as much healthy structure as possible.
Common symptoms and situations
- Sensitivity to sweet, cold or hot
- A dark spot or cavity in the tooth
- Food catching between teeth
- Pain when chewing
Early caries is often painless — which is why regular check-ups matter.
What happens at the consultation
At the examination we establish the extent of the decay, with an X-ray where needed, and discuss restoration options depending on its depth and location.
How treatment works
- Diagnosis and discussion
- Local anaesthesia where needed
- Removal of the damaged tissue
- Restoration with a suitable material
- Shaping and polishing
Benefits and limitations
Treatment stops the decay and restores the tooth. With deep caries close to the nerve, further treatment may be necessary — where foreseeable, this is discussed with you in advance.
Aftercare
Brief sensitivity after treatment is possible. Maintain good hygiene and regular check-ups so the restoration can be monitored.
Treatment suitability and results depend on your individual clinical case and are determined after an examination.