Repair or replace the filling
Suitable when enough healthy tooth remains and the affected area can be restored reliably.
SmileOn Specialist Dental Practice · Lahore
Lost Filling Treatment in Lahore
A missing or broken filling can leave a sharp edge, trap food or make a tooth sensitive. Contact SmileOn for assessment so we can check the remaining tooth and explain an appropriate repair.
Assessment
Remaining tooth and bite
Checks
Decay, fracture and sensitivity
Repair
Filling, onlay or crown
Urgency
Depends on pain or swelling
Why might a filling come out?
A restoration may loosen or break because of wear, decay around its edges, a fracture or biting forces. The new space is not always the same size as the old filling. Examination, and sometimes an X-ray, helps determine whether a replacement filling will be enough.
When to seek advice
- A noticeable hole where a filling was
- A loose fragment or rough edge
- New sensitivity or pain when biting
- Food collecting around a damaged restoration
Preparing for your repair
- Until your appointment
Gently clean the area, avoid hard chewing on that side and avoid foods or drinks that trigger pain.
- Temporary materials
Ask whether a temporary filling product is suitable. Follow instructions, arrange dental care and never use household glue.
- Treatment and cost
Repair depends on the cause and remaining tooth. Ask which fees cover temporary protection and the final restoration.
Care based on your assessment
Repair depends on the remaining tooth
Onlay or crown assessment
More protection may be needed if the remaining tooth is extensively weakened.
Assess the pulp
Persistent or severe symptoms may require further tests and possible root canal treatment.
How these approaches differ
| Approach | When it may fit | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
Repair or replace the filling | Enough sound tooth remains for a suitable direct restoration. | Clean and assess the area, replace the filling and check the bite. |
Onlay or crown assessment | A large old filling or fracture has weakened the remaining tooth. | More protective coverage may be needed; laboratory work can add visits. |
Assess the pulp | Symptoms or tests suggest damage or infection inside the tooth. | Further treatment may be needed before a final restoration. |
A lost filling does not automatically require a crown or root canal. A temporary dressing may protect the tooth while the final repair is planned.
Your care at SmileOn
1. Check the damage
Describe when the filling was lost and any pain or swelling; examine the tooth and bite.
2. Protect or restore
A temporary dressing may be used while planning definitive treatment. Discuss the options and fees.
3. Check and maintain
Review the bite, cleaning and any persistent sensitivity after the repair.
The SmileOn approach
One team. Care planned around you.
For overseas patients
Visiting Lahore From Abroad?
Share your records and travel dates before you arrive. We’ll discuss appointments, possible treatment stages and an initial estimate.
- Share Records
- Discuss Options
- Plan Your Visit
Guidance is preliminary. Your plan follows an in-clinic assessment; healing and reviews may require another visit.
Your questions, answered
Can I wait if it does not hurt?
Arrange an assessment even without pain. An exposed or weakened area may be at risk of further damage; the team can advise on urgency from your symptoms.
Can you put the old filling back?
A loose filling is generally not simply glued back. The dentist checks for decay or fracture and chooses a suitable repair or replacement.
Does a lost filling mean I need a crown?
Not always. The amount of remaining tooth and the size and location of damage guide that decision.
Why is the tooth sensitive now?
The exposed tooth surface or irritation inside the tooth can cause symptoms. Examination is needed to distinguish simple sensitivity from deeper problems.
Will the repair last forever?
No restoration is permanent. Cleaning, bite forces, decay risk and review affect its maintenance needs.
Let’s understand your concern, together.
Visit SmileOn in Lahore for an assessment and clear next steps.