Your dentist can numb the tooth first. Some sensitivity for a few days afterwards is normal.

How long do fillings last?

Many years with good brushing, flossing and check-ups.

Are white fillings strong enough for back teeth?

Yes, for most small and medium cavities. Very large cavities may need a crown.

Can a filled tooth get decay again?

Yes, around the edges of the filling, so keep brushing and coming for check-ups.

Does insurance cover fillings?

Many plans include fillings, but cover depends on your policy. Send a photo of your card on WhatsApp and we will check.

Net Dental Clinic Al Karama

Dental Fillings in Al Karama, Dubai

A filling repairs a tooth with a cavity or a small break, so it can bite normally again. We use tooth-coloured filling material that matches your teeth.

from AED150

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Time in the chair: about 30 to 60 minutes per tooth
Visits: usually 1
Numbing: local anaesthetic when needed
Insurance: often covered, depending on your plan

What a filling does

A cavity is a small hole in a tooth caused by decay. Left untreated, it grows deeper and can reach the nerve.

A filling removes the decay and rebuilds the tooth with a tooth-coloured material, so it looks natural and you can chew comfortably again. Small cavities found at a check-up are usually quick to fix in one visit.

Dentist examining a patient's teeth with a mirror before a filling

Is this right for you?

Sensitivity to sweet, hot or cold food and drinks
A hole or dark spot on a tooth
Food keeps getting stuck in the same place
A chipped or broken edge on a tooth
An old filling is cracked, loose or has fallen out

Types of fillings

Composite (white) fillingsTooth-coloured and matched to your teeth. Used for front and back teeth.

Glass ionomer fillingsRelease fluoride, which helps protect the tooth. Often used for children's teeth and near the gum line.

Temporary fillingsProtect a tooth for a short time, for example between root canal visits.

Replacing old silver fillingsIf an old silver (amalgam) filling is cracked or decayed around the edges, your dentist can replace it with a tooth-coloured filling.

Filling, crown or root canal?

It depends on how deep the decay goes. A small or medium cavity needs a filling. If a large part of the tooth is lost, a crown may protect it better. If decay has reached the nerve, the tooth needs a root canal first. Your dentist checks with an X-ray if needed and explains the options and costs.

Your visit, step by step

1.
Your dentist checks the tooth and takes an X-ray if needed.
2.
The tooth is numbed with a local anaesthetic if needed.
3.
The decay is removed and the tooth is cleaned.
4.
The filling is placed in layers, each hardened with a blue light.
5.
The filling is shaped and polished, and your bite is checked.

After your visit

Wait until the numbness wears off before eating, so you do not bite your cheek.
Some sensitivity for a few days is normal.
If your bite feels high or uneven, come back and we will adjust it.

Price and insurance

from AED150

Tooth-coloured fillings start from AED 150. Your dentist confirms the cost in writing before starting.

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We bill 19 insurers directly. Whether your plan covers this depends on your policy: send a photo of your card on WhatsApp and we will check.

You can split the cost into 4 interest-free payments with Tabby.

Your dentist confirms the final cost in writing before any treatment starts.

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What patients say

5-star reviews from our Google Business Profile4.5 on Google · 506 reviews

I had my tooth extraction done today at Net Clinic, and I'm very happy with the care I received. Special thanks to Dr. Neenu and the nurse who assisted her. They both took excellent care of me and made me feel comfortable throughout the procedure. Highly recommended!

Ajay Raju pankuGoogle review · October 2026