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I have a small tooth cavity. Can it be cured by filling?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I got my dental checkup done recently. A small cavity was observed on the side of my tooth between two teeth. I am attaching a photo of the X-ray. Please check the second upper tooth from the left in the X-ray. Also, let me know if this can be cured by filling?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Nivedita Dalmia

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Dr. Nivedita Dalmia is a dedicated Dental Surgeon committed to providing high-quality oral healthcare with a patient-centered approach. She is skilled in diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of dental conditions while ensuring comfort and care. Passionate about promoting dental health, she blends clinical expertise with compassion. Her areas of expertise include cosmetic dentistry and restorative dental procedures, helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I checked the X-ray (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, this can be cured by restoration.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Is it similar to a dental filling? How long does it last?

Answered by Dr. Nivedita Dalmia

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nivedita Dalmia is a dedicated Dental Surgeon committed to providing high-quality oral healthcare with a patient-centered approach. She is skilled in diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of dental conditions while ensuring comfort and care. Passionate about promoting dental health, she blends clinical expertise with compassion. Her areas of expertise include cosmetic dentistry and restorative dental procedures, helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Filling and restoration have the same meaning, and just the terms are different. Different types of dental filling material can be used. There are different types of permanent filling material, such as silver amalgam, composite, etc. Amalgam is silverish black, and composite is tooth-colored. You cannot make out the filling as it merges with the tooth. It is difficult to say how long the filling will last. It depends upon the usage. Sometimes, while removing caries, the hole in the tooth looks too big, so we do a temporary filling and call the patient after two weeks for a permanent filling. But the filling does not come out too soon.

I hope this helps.

Feel free to reach out in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At February 26, 2016
Reviewed At October 27, 2025

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nivedita Dalmia is a dedicated Dental Surgeon committed to providing high-quality oral healthcare with a patient-centered approach. She is skilled in diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of dental conditions while ensuring comfort and care. Passionate about promoting dental health, she blends clinical expertise with compassion. Her areas of expertise include cosmetic dentistry and restorative dental procedures, helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Dental Cavity Filling Prep and Recovery Guide

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A dental filling is a common procedure to restore a tooth damaged by decay. Understanding the process and materials can help you prepare.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nivedita Dalmia is a dedicated Dental Surgeon committed to providing high-quality oral healthcare with a patient-centered approach. She is skilled in diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of dental conditions while ensuring comfort and care. Passionate about promoting dental health, she blends clinical expertise with compassion. Her areas of expertise include cosmetic dentistry and restorative dental procedures, helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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