Dental fillings
in Bexley, OH.
Cavities happen, even to people who brush and floss. When they do, a filling stops the decay and rebuilds the tooth before the problem grows. At Carroll Family Dental in Bexley, we use only tooth colored composite fillings, so your repair blends in with the rest of your smile.
Signs of a cavity
Early cavities usually do not hurt, which is why regular exams matter. As decay grows you might notice sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweets, pain when you bite, or a dark spot or hole in a tooth. If you notice any of these, call us. Smaller cavities mean smaller, simpler fillings.
Tooth colored only
Our office uses composite resin, a tooth colored material, for every filling. It is shaded to match your natural teeth and bonded right to the tooth. Composite can also repair small chips on front teeth, and if you have older silver fillings you would like replaced for looks, we can talk about that too.
What to expect
We numb the area so you feel little more than pressure, remove the decay, then place and shape the filling and harden it with a light. Most fillings take thirty minutes to two hours depending on size and number, and several fillings in the same area can usually be done in one visit.
When a filling is not enough
If decay is left too long, it can reach deeper into the tooth and need a crown or a root canal instead. Catching cavities early keeps treatment small. If a filling ever falls out or a tooth still hurts weeks later, call us so we can take a look.
Top Rated Dentist in Bexley
Over 1,000 5 Star Reviews
They are awesome! Had to have a filling replaced and it took about 10 minutes. They are all really nice. Great dentist! Highly recommend!
Scott R.
Best. Dentist. Ever. In one day I had a new crown (on a difficult tooth way in the back) and a cavity on a front tooth where the old composite had broken down. Both are perfect, and Dr. Carroll was gentle and his staff were professional.
Jenni H.
I highly recommend Carroll Family Dental. Their staff is friendly, kind, efficient and make their patients feel comfortable & welcome. I was delighted to discover their pricing is considerably less than at my previous dentist. I am a very satisfied client.
Wendy S.
Comfort
at every visit.
Getting a filling is easier when you can relax. Our comfort menu includes aromatherapy, a hot towel, a cozy blanket, glasses, and streaming TV. Tell us if you are nervous and we will take it at your pace.
Aromatherapy
Hot Towel
Blanket
Glasses
Streaming TV
Meet
Dr. Katie Carroll.
Dr. Katie earned her DMD from Case Western, completed her residency at Northwestern Memorial, and practices alongside Dr. Aaron Carroll and Dr. Brad Kripke. Any of our dentists can place your filling and explain your options before we begin. Get to know all of our dentists before your visit.
Insurance and payment
We are in network with most major PPO plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Delta Dental, Humana, MetLife, and Medical Mutual, as well as Medicare Advantage plans. Most dental plans cover a good portion of fillings, and our team will check your benefits before we begin. No insurance? Our Family Discount Plan includes two cleanings, two exams, and two sets of x-rays each year with 20% off needed treatment, and new patients without insurance can take advantage of our new patient special. Financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See all of our insurance and payment options.
Questions
about dental fillings.
We use only composite resin, a tooth colored material that is matched to your natural teeth.
We numb the area first, so most patients feel only slight pressure. Some mild sensitivity to hot or cold afterward is normal and usually fades within a few weeks.
Usually thirty minutes to two hours, depending on the size, location, and number of cavities. Fillings in the same area are often done in one visit.
Yes, once the numbness wears off. Avoid very hard or sticky foods on the new filling at first.
Composite fillings often last five to ten years. We check them at every visit and let you know when one is wearing out.
Yes. If you would prefer tooth colored fillings for appearance, we can talk through replacing older amalgam fillings.
Our office is at 2699 East Main Street in Bexley, OH 43209. Call (614) 237-5000 to schedule your filling.
