White Fillings
Don’t let the flash of silver fillings detract from an otherwise beautiful smile. If old dental work is holding you back from expressing yourself confidently, our highly qualified and experienced cosmetic dentists can correct teeth concerns while maximising the appearance of your smile.
Schedule a consultation with the best cosmetic dentists in Auckland to discuss your concerns. You'll quickly understand why our patients speak so highly of their experience and why families continue to choose us generation after generation. Contact Caring 4 Smiles for cosmetic white fillings today!
Restore Your Smile with White Tooth Fillings
For decades, patients had little choice but to accept metal, mercury-based amalgam fillings that would darken and stain their teeth over time. These traditional silver fillings, while functional, created an obvious contrast against natural teeth and could even cause cracking under chewing pressure as they aged.
At Caring 4 Smiles, we’ve moved beyond outdated materials to offer our patients exclusively white tooth fillings made from advanced composite or porcelain. Unlike their metal predecessors, these modern restorations are carefully bonded to your tooth structure to strengthen weakened cavity walls rather than simply filling the space.
Whether you need your first filling due to a new cavity or want to replace existing metal fillings, our white composite tooth fillings can help you achieve a natural appearance.
Why Choose White Composite Fillings?
Virtually Invisible Results
Our team of experts specially colour matches our white tooth fillings to your natural teeth, creating completely undetectable restorations. Unlike silver amalgam, which announces its presence with dark lines and metallic reflections, white tooth fillings blend seamlessly with your tooth’s natural shade and translucency.
Whether speaking in a meeting, laughing with friends, or posing for photos, dental work remains your secret. The result is a confident, natural-looking smile that never draws unwanted attention to past dental treatment.
Preserve Your Tooth Structure
Traditional amalgam fillings require significant removal of healthy tooth structure to create the mechanical retention needed to hold the filling in place. However, cosmetic white fillings work differently by bonding chemically to your tooth, meaning our dentists can preserve much more of your original, healthy tooth structure.
This conservative approach maintains the strength of your natural tooth while reducing the risk of future complications. By keeping more of your original tooth intact, white fillings help ensure your teeth remain strong and functional for decades, potentially avoiding the need for more extensive treatments like dental implants in Auckland.
Safe and Durable
Getting white fillings at our Greenlane dental clinic is a straightforward and comfortable procedure that typically takes 30-60 minutes per tooth. Your appointment begins with a comprehensive examination, using our advanced imaging technology if needed, allowing our experienced dentists to assess the cavity and plan the most conservative treatment approach.
After carefully removing the decayed portion of your tooth, we carefully layer the white composite material in small increments to match the natural contours of your tooth. Using a special curing light, each layer is hardened before the next is applied, creating a strong and durable restoration. Our dentists then meticulously polish and adjust the filling to ensure a perfect bite and seamless finish that feels completely natural.
What our patients say about us
Caring 4 Smiles is the best dental practice I’ve ever been to!
I am fortunate enough to be a patient at Caring 4 Smiles. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs dental treatment in Auckland. The entire team is very helpful, and go out of their way to make patients feel comfortable. Most importantly, the dentists are extremely experienced, and have a great way with patients, which made me feel reassured. I can certainly hold my hand on my heart and say that Caring 4 Smiles is the best dental practice I’ve ever been to!
Coralie C'Lima
Before and After White Tooth Filling:
Actual Patient Results
Frequently Asked Questions
White composite fillings typically last 7-15 years with proper care. Still, the lifespan can depend on the size and location of the filling, your oral hygiene habits, and lifestyle factors such as teeth grinding or chewing hard objects.
However, like all dental restorations, they may eventually need replacement due to normal wear or if decay develops around the edges.
The cost of white fillings depends on the size and complexity of the cavity, the number of surfaces that need restoration, and the specific tooth location. We price white composite tooth fillings according to the extent of restoration required, with preventative fillings starting at $175 and larger fillings starting at $390.
During your consultation, we'll provide a detailed, upfront cost estimate based on your specific needs with no hidden surprises. We also offer flexible payment options to make quality dental care accessible, because we believe everyone deserves a beautiful, healthy smile.
No, white fillings are not more painful than traditional silver fillings. At Caring 4 Smiles, we use gentle techniques and local anaesthetic to ensure you feel no pain during the treatment.
After your procedure, you can eat and drink normally right away. While some patients may experience mild sensitivity immediately after the filling as their tooth adjusts to the restoration, this typically subsides within a few days.
