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Dental restoration (fillings)

Dental restoration is the rebuilding of lost hard tissue in the crown of a tooth.

Restoration can repair a tooth defect caused by caries, a chip, or a fracture, correct esthetic flaws (for example, a diastema or other gaps between teeth), and in some clinical cases rebuild the entire crown of the tooth.

Types of fillings

Modern dentistry uses light-cured composite filling materials for tooth restoration, and their shade can be precisely matched to the natural tooth. The material is completely safe for patients of any age, and thanks to its “plasticity,” it allows the dentist to recreate the anatomical shape of the tooth rather than simply fill the defect left by caries.

Restoring a damaged tooth is important: affected areas that have lost their protective enamel layer remain exposed to bacteria and therefore to the development of caries. Below, we look at the types of fillings.

Temporary fillings

Used in multistep treatment as temporary protection for the tooth or to hold medication in the root canals.

Advantages:

  • Protect the tooth from external irritants

Disadvantages:

  • Weak adhesion
  • Low material strength
  • Poor esthetics

Composite fillings

Light-cured composite fillings are the gold standard in modern dentistry. Unlike cement, this material hardens only under the light of a curing lamp, which gives the dentist enough time to recreate the correct shape of the tooth. Composite filling material is hypoallergenic, nontoxic, and safe for children. A wide range of shades makes it possible to create a restoration that matches the color of the natural tooth.

Advantages:

  • Durability
  • Excellent esthetics
  • Biocompatibility
  • Strength
  • High adhesion
  • Require minimal removal of healthy tooth tissue
  • Fully restore the tooth’s anatomy

Disadvantages:

  • Need replacement over time (like all filling materials)
  • Relatively high cost

Glass ionomer cements

Their key feature is fluoride content: after placement, the filling continues to release fluoride ions, protecting the tooth from secondary caries. These fillings are usually placed in back teeth: the material withstands chewing loads but is less esthetic than composites.

Advantages:

  • Relatively low cost
  • Bioactivity
  • Nontoxicity
  • High adhesion
  • Ability to withstand loads

Disadvantages:

  • Prone to wear
  • Relatively short service life
  • Color instability

Compomer fillings

They combine the properties of glass ionomer and composite: fluoride release from the former and excellent esthetics from the latter. They are usually used to treat primary (baby) teeth in children. Compomer is durable but does not withstand heavy loads, so it is not a universal solution.

Advantages:

  • High adhesion
  • Esthetics
  • Fluoride release
  • Strength
  • Nontoxicity
  • Durability

Disadvantages:

  • Brittleness
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Crown or filling: which to choose?

In this video, dental surgeon Maksym Makarenko explains when you can do without a crown.

How the filling procedure works

Filling a tooth is a multistep process that requires special skills and knowledge from the dentist so that the filling lasts a long time and looks natural. In modern dentistry, fillings are completely painless thanks to high-quality anesthetics. Treating one tooth takes about 20 minutes. Here is how the procedure goes and what the patient should be prepared for:

Anesthesia

The dentist numbs the tooth with a dental cartridge syringe or computer-controlled STA anesthesia.

Tooth preparation

The dentist removes the affected tissue and prepares the surface so that the filling holds firmly and fills every gap.

Adhesive application

The surface is treated with an adhesive (bonding agent) for a strong bond between the filling and the tooth.

Filling placement

The dentist applies the selected filling material layer by layer — the only way to precisely recreate the tooth’s shape and color.

Light curing

The dentist directs a curing lamp at the applied material, which hardens quickly under its light (5–10 seconds).

Adjustment and polishing

The dentist checks that the filling does not interfere with the bite. The filling is then finished and polished to make the surface smooth and glossy.

Dental restoration cost

Professional teeth cleaning
from 2,900 UAH

The price includes: examination and consultation with a dentist, removal of hard dental deposits with ultrasound, removal of soft dental deposits with a special paste, and treatment of the teeth with a remineralizing or anti-inflammatory gel.

Air Flow
900 UAH

Cleaning with a jet of air, water, and baking soda. The method removes soft plaque in hard-to-reach areas, as well as yellow stains from tobacco or coffee. The price is for one jaw.

Tooth restoration and filling
from 4,900 UAH
The price includes: consultation with a dentist, all necessary procedures, restorative material, anesthesia, and a rubber dam.
Microscope-assisted treatment
from 2,000 UAH

Payment

We have no hidden fees. Payment is made according to the price list and the agreed treatment plan.

You can pay in cash or by card (via a bank terminal).

Treatment can also be covered by your insurance company or provided under a corporate agreement.

Warranty

We offer a warranty on all types of dental treatment services, provided that the patient follows all of the dentist’s requirements and recommendations. You can find more details in the “Warranty” section.

Clinic locations in Kyiv

Our dental clinics are easiest to reach from the following Kyiv districts:

Clinic at 25B Novomostytska St., Kyiv — Vynohradar, Kurenivka, Obolon, Syrets, Minskyi Masyv.

Clinic at 20 Pidvysotskoho St., Kyiv — Pecherskyi District, Zvirynetska metro station.

Clinic at 60/1 Yalynkova St., Kyiv — Kharkivskyi Masyv, Boryspilska metro, Chervonyi Khutir, Vyrlytsia, Kharkivska.

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Frequently asked questions about dental restoration

What is the difference between a filling and a restoration?

In essence, they mean the same thing. The word “filling” originally referred to restoring the tooth’s function; it has been replaced by “restoration,” which means restoring not only function but also the tooth’s anatomy and esthetics.

Is there a warranty on tooth fillings?

Ukrainian law does not provide for a warranty on such dental procedures. At our clinic, under an internal policy, the warranty on tooth restoration with light-cured composite material is 1 year. This is more than enough time to make sure the filling is reliable.

Can a tooth hurt after a filling?

Discomfort and sensitivity to hot and cold sometimes occur in the first few days. This pain eases day by day, and increased sensitivity may last up to two weeks. If the pain is sharp, constant, or getting worse, see your dentist for an examination: an inflammatory process may be developing.

Why do dental restorations darken?

Mechanical wear makes the surface of the material rough, and it starts absorbing pigments from food and drinks, as well as nicotine in smokers. To prevent this, restorations should be finished and polished about twice a year.

Can restored teeth be whitened?

Whitening will not harm a filling, but it will not affect it either: restorations, like ceramic crowns, do not change color during whitening. So after the procedure, you will need to either replace the restoration or accept a color difference between the filling and the whitened teeth.

How long does a composite filling last?

A light-cured composite filling lasts 7 years or more. With proper hygiene and care, it can last 10 years or longer.

Only the root remains: how can the tooth be restored?

If only the root of a tooth remains, some dentists suggest extracting it and placing an implant. But sometimes this can be avoided. In this video, dental surgeon Maksym Makarenko talks about four methods of tooth restoration and when and how the root can be preserved.

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