Dental fillings

Key facts You may need a dental filling if there is a cavity (hole) in your tooth due to decay or trauma. Various materials can be used for dental fillings. Dental fillings help protect your tooth from further damage. A dental filling will help your tooth look and work at its best. Your dentist or dental practitioner can tell you the best filling material to fix your tooth. What is a dental filling? Your dentist or dental practitioner can use a dental filling to fix a cavity (hole), in a tooth. You may need a filling if you have tooth decay or if