--- title: Tooth Fillings Christchurch | Colombo Street Dental description: We use high quality white composite fillings for majority of our patients as they are strong and durable as well as convenient as you can eat right away. image: https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/colombo-5.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/fillings#main-content) [![Colombo Street Dental Bunny Rabbit](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20White.png?width=1615&height=267&name=Logo%20White.png "Colombo Street Dental Bunny Rabbit")](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/?hsLang=en-nz) - Services - [All Services & Pricing](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/services-pricing) - [Exam & Hygiene](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/exam-clean) - [Toothache & Emergency](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/toothache) - [Wisdom Teeth & Sedation](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/wisdom-teeth) - [Fillings](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/fillings) - [Crowns & Bridges](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/crowns-bridges) - [Dentures](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/dentures) - [Implants](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/implants) - [ACC & Under 18s](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/acc-and-under-18s) - About Us - [Our Team](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/our-team) - [For Dentists](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/for-dentists) - Contact - [Contact Us](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/contact-us) - [FAQ](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/faq) - [WINZ Dental Grant](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/winz-dental) - [Online Booking](https://apac.dentalhub.online/soe/new/Colombo%20Street%20Dental?pid=NZBRA01) Restorative White Fillings For Your Teeth # Dental Fillings [Ask a question](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/contact-us?hsLang=en-nz) [Book an appointment with us](https://apac.dentalhub.online/soe/new/Colombo%20Street%20Dental?pid=NZBRA01) Your Options - [Fillings](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/fillings#section-1-dnd_area-module-3) - [Pricing](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/fillings#section-2-dnd_area-module-3) - [FAQs](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/fillings#section-3-dnd_area-module-3) Fillings At Colombo Street Dental, we provide high-quality dental fillings to restore the health and function of teeth affected by decay or damage. Our filling services are designed to be both durable and aesthetically pleasing, ensuring your smile remains healthy and natural-looking.  #### **What is a Dental Filling?** A dental filling is a treatment used to repair minor to moderate cavities or tooth damage. Fillings help restore the tooth’s structure, prevent further decay, and maintain its normal function. We offer a range of fillings, including: - Composite fillings made from a blend of plastic resins and fine glass particles matching the colour of your natural teeth for a seamless look. These fillings are light-cured and are instantly hardened meaning you are able to eat straight away after the procedure. This is the most common type of filling material we use as they are strong and durable and are aesthetically pleasing. - Glass ionomer fillings, or GIC fillings, are a self-adhesive restorative material and release fluoride, which can help protect the tooth. We generally would use these in teeth that have very deep decay to improve the chance of success on the filling, avoiding a [toothache](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/toothache?hsLang=en-nz)that could lead to losing your tooth or getting a root canal. GIC fillings are also used on cases with a tricky area of access. Unlike the composite fillings, GIC is chemically cured and you will need to be a little careful biting or chewing in the area for a few hours after the procedure. #### **What does this look like?** If an area for filling has been identified during an examination our dentists will determine the best treatment plan for you going forward.  At your appointment for the filling the area will be numbed with local anaesthetic to ensure comfort before preparing the tooth. Any decay or damaged portions of tooth can then be removed. The filling material will be carefully placed into the cavity and sculpted into a natural shape. We are committed to providing comfortable and effective filling services to maintain your oral health. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and learn more about our restorative treatments. Pricing During our initial assessment, our dentists will discuss your treatment plans and exact quotes for you, so you know what to expect. **Initial Assessment**: Consultations are $137 and include a set of x-rays. Any additional x-rays/scans required may come at an additional charge which we will discuss with you at the appointment.  **Fillings:** Our fillings range from $275-$495 per tooth, depending on the materials and how much of the tooth needs repairing (for example, whether one surface or several surfaces of the tooth are filled). If a tooth needs more than one filling, it’s still one price for that tooth. If you need fillings on several teeth in a single appointment, this will often come at a reduced cost per tooth, which will be listed on your treatment plan.  FAQs #### How do you charge for fillings? We charge per tooth, not per filling. Sometimes one tooth needs more than one filling, for example on two different sides of the tooth. With us, that’s still one price for that tooth. Our fillings range from $275 to $495 per tooth, depending on the materials used and how much of the tooth needs repairing. Practices work out filling costs in different ways, so if you’re comparing quotes, it’s worth checking whether they’re per tooth or per filling. We’ll give you an exact quote after your assessment, so you know what to expect. #### What are fissure sealants, and how are they different from fillings? A fissure sealant is a thin protective coating painted onto the chewing surfaces of your back teeth. These surfaces have deep grooves (called fissures) where food and plaque can get trapped. A sealant seals off those grooves to help protect them from decay. The main difference is that a sealant prevents decay, while a filling repairs it. Sealants go onto healthy teeth before decay starts, usually with no drilling or numbing needed. A filling is used when a tooth already has decay or damage, which is removed first and then replaced with filling material. Sealants are most often placed on children’s and teenagers’ back teeth soon after they come through, but adults can have them too. For adults, fissure sealants are $75 per tooth, and if you’re having several teeth sealed in the same appointment, we’ll usually apply a discount. For eligible under-18s, fissure sealants are included in the free dental care scheme. See our [ACC & Under 18s](https://colombostreetdental.co.nz/acc-and-under-18s?hsLang=en-nz) page. Sealants can wear over time, so we check them at your regular check-ups. 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