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General Dentistry for North Kildonan Residents
Maybe an old filling catches your eye in photos, and you wonder whether it could be changed. North Kildonan residents can raise that at our clinic on McPhillips Street in Winnipeg.
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Old repairs, new questions
Replacing a filling is a decision with two sides.
North Kildonan is in Winnipeg, and at our clinic we use tooth-coloured materials when they suit the tooth and the type of repair. Composite resin bonds to the prepared tooth and can be layered to blend with the enamel next to it. So it is entirely reasonable to ask about an older filling you would rather not see.
There is a trade-off to understand, however. Taking out an existing filling can also mean losing some additional tooth, so a change made purely for appearance is something to weigh carefully. The picture differs if a filling has fractured, developed an open edge or has decay around it. The dentist can tell you which situation you are in, and whether a filling remains the right choice for that tooth at all.
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Function first
A fracture or decay around a filling changes the reason for replacing it, whatever the appearance.
Blended to your tooth
A shade is selected for the tooth, then the material is shaped around your bite and polished.
Bigger repairs, other options
An inlay, onlay or crown may give better support where a large area of tooth has been lost.
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General dentistry for North Kildonan residents
Dental Fillings is the most relevant card below, and a routine visit under Check-ups & Cleanings is a natural moment to have older dental work reviewed. Other services are included in case an exam suggests something different.
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Asking about an old filling
How that conversation might unfold.
A clear question at the start usually leads to a more useful discussion.
Request your visit- 01
Point it out
Say which tooth you mean and what you dislike about it. Colour, shape, a rough patch and food catching there are all fair things to mention.
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Learn its condition
An examination, along with suitable records when needed, shows how that restoration is holding up and what lies around it.
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Compare the options
Ask how much tooth a replacement may cost you, what could be used instead and whether leaving it alone for now is a sensible choice.
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Unit-5 2358 Mcphillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6Get directions (opens in a new tab)Where to have it reviewed
Your filling is assessed on McPhillips Street.
North Kildonan residents have their care at Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg. Use the directions link below to see how to get here.
A filling that has fallen out or left a tooth sharp or painful should not wait for a routine date. Please call (204) 338-3003.
Questions about coverage?
Talk with our team before your visit or learn about CDCP.
A little clarity before your visit
Your questions, answered.
Helpful details about general dentistry in North Kildonan.
Ask our teamCan you change a filling only because I dislike how it looks?
It can be discussed. Cosmetic preference alone has to be balanced against removing more tooth, so ask the dentist to explain what replacing that particular filling would involve.
How would I know if a filling is actually failing?
Sometimes you would not, as decay can develop quietly beneath an older restoration. Cracks, roughness or catching food can be clues, and regular exams let someone monitor it.
How long will a tooth-coloured filling last?
There is no set lifespan. Its size and position, your bite, grinding, diet, cleaning habits and any new decay all have an influence on how long it serves you.
Will the new one match my other teeth?
A shade is chosen for your tooth and the material is built up to blend with it. Results vary with the tooth and repair, so ask what you can reasonably expect.
Would the tooth be numbed for the replacement?
Local anesthetic is used when appropriate, in which case you may notice pressure or vibration more than sharp pain. Afterward, hold off on chewing until the feeling returns.
How do North Kildonan residents ask for a review of old fillings?
Mention the tooth in your online request or telephone (204) 338-3003. A time is set only after the clinic has responded, since sending a request does not book it.
Have it looked at
Get a straight answer about that filling.
North Kildonan residents can request a general dentistry visit below and mention which tooth is on their mind. The clinic will follow up.