What is a cavity?
A cavity (dental caries) starts when bacteria in plaque feed on sugars and produce acid. Repeated acid attacks dissolve minerals from the enamel, first leaving a white or brown spot, then a small hole. Because enamel has no nerves, early decay often causes no pain. As it reaches the softer dentine underneath, it spreads faster and the tooth may become sensitive.
Cavities are most common in the grooves of back teeth, between teeth where a brush cannot reach, and along the edges of old fillings. Regular check-ups help us find them while they are still small.
Tooth-coloured fillings that keep more of your tooth
We restore cavities with tooth-coloured composite fillings, matched to the shade of your tooth. Composite bonds to the enamel and dentine, so we usually need to remove less healthy tooth than with older metal fillings, which rely on undercuts to stay in place. The bond also helps support the remaining tooth structure.
For anyone searching for a tooth-coloured filling in Calicut, the main appeal is often how natural it looks. Just as important is that it lets us work conservatively, which is the idea behind modern caries management: remove the decay, protect what is healthy, and seal the tooth.
When a filling is not enough
Fillings suit small and medium cavities. If decay has destroyed a large part of the tooth, a filling may be too weak to withstand chewing, and a zirconia or ceramic crown may protect it better. If decay has reached the pulp, the tooth usually needs root canal treatment before it can be restored. We explain which applies to your tooth before we start, and show you the X-ray.
Fillings for children
Children’s milk teeth have thinner enamel and can decay quickly. Treating a cavity early with a small filling keeps the tooth comfortable and holds space for the adult tooth underneath. Our kids’ dentistry visits focus on preventing cavities with fluoride and sealants, and treating them gently when needed.
Preventing new cavities
A filling repairs a tooth, but prevention keeps the next one away. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth every day, and keep sugary snacks and drinks to mealtimes. If you have been searching for cavity filling near me around Eranhipalam or elsewhere in Kozhikode, a check-up every six months is the simplest way to catch decay while it is still small.
