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Tooth Colored Filling

Invisible fillings.
Natural smile.

Mercury-free composite fillings shade-matched to your teeth at Ossom Aesthetic Clinic, Basaveshwar Nagar — invisible restorations that restore strength and confidence in a single visit.

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Mercury-Free Shade Matched Single Visit
Ossom Aesthetic Clinic — 719, Chord Rd, Basaveshwar Nagar, Bengaluru 560079 View on Maps
Mercury-Free Shade Matched Single Visit
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Seamless dental restoration.

Our tooth-colored fillings use high-quality composite resin that bonds directly to your tooth, requiring less removal of healthy structure than traditional silver amalgam fillings.

Cavities treated early at Ossom stay small, comfortable and affordable — preventing decay from progressing to a root canal.

Composite vs Amalgam

Natural Shade Matching

Composite resins are individually selected to match the precise shade and translucency of your surrounding teeth — the result is a filling that is completely invisible even under close inspection.

  • Perfect for visible front teeth
  • Blends seamlessly into your smile
  • Maintains natural light translucency
Invisible Finish

Mercury-Free & Safe

We use only mercury-free, BPA-free biocompatible composite materials — no toxic metals, no grey discolouration of surrounding tooth structure. Safe for patients of all ages.

  • 100% Mercury-free materials
  • Safe for children and pregnant patients
  • Prevents grey tooth discolouration
Biocompatible

Minimal Tooth Preparation

Composite resin bonds adhesively to tooth structure, meaning our dentists remove only the decayed portion — preserving far more healthy enamel and dentine than traditional metal fillings require.

  • Preserves natural tooth structure
  • Strengthens the tooth from within
  • Reduces risk of future cracking
Tooth Preserving
Conditions We Treat
New Cavities Chipped or Broken Teeth Replacing Old Silver Fillings Worn Tooth Edges Root Decay Minor Cosmetic Repairs

Your Journey

How the procedure works.

A quick, painless, and highly precise 4-step process completed in a single visit.

1

Diagnosis & Shade Matching

We use digital X-rays to assess the extent of the decay. Before any work begins, we use a specialized shade guide to select the exact composite color that matches your natural tooth.

2

Painless Preparation

Local anaesthesia is applied to ensure you are entirely comfortable. The decayed portion of the tooth is carefully and conservatively removed, leaving all healthy structure intact.

3

Composite Bonding

The tooth is conditioned, and the composite resin is applied in thin layers. Each layer is instantly hardened (cured) using a specialized blue dental light to ensure a strong, durable bond.

4

Polishing & Bite Check

The filling is sculpted to match the natural anatomy of your tooth. We check your bite to ensure it feels perfectly normal, then polish the resin to a high, stain-resistant shine.


Why Ossom

Expert care. Mercury-free always.

We have always been a mercury-free practice. Every cavity is treated with premium biocompatible composites, precisely shade-matched and polished to a smooth finish by experienced dentists.

Why patients choose us

  • Expert aesthetic dentists with a strong eye for shade matching.
  • High-quality, light-cured composite resins for durability.
  • Minimally invasive technique that preserves healthy tooth structure.
  • Convenient Basaveshwar Nagar location with same-day appointments.

Visit us in Basaveshwar Nagar

719, Chord Road, West of Chord Road 2nd Stage,
Basaveshwar Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560079.

Pre & Post Care

Before & after your filling.

Before your appointment

  • Eat a normal meal before your appointment — you may be numb for an hour or two after.
  • Inform your dentist of any allergies, medications or if you are pregnant.
  • If you have tooth sensitivity, note when it occurs (hot, cold, sweet, biting).

Protecting your filling long-term

  • Avoid biting into very hard objects — ice, pen caps, hard sweets — which can chip the resin.
  • Brush twice daily with a soft brush and non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste.
  • Schedule a professional cleaning every 6 months to check the filling margins.
  • Annual check-ups catch early recurrent decay before it requires a root canal.

Side by Side

Composite vs silver amalgam.

Understanding the differences makes it easy to see why tooth-colored composite is the preferred choice for patients who want a safe, invisible and tooth-friendly restoration.

Aspect Composite (Tooth Colored) Amalgam (Silver Metal)
Appearance Perfectly matches natural tooth shade — completely invisible. Silver-grey colour that is clearly visible.
Mercury content Mercury-free — safe for all ages including children. Contains approximately 50% mercury by weight.
Tooth preparation Minimal — only the decayed area is removed. Preserves tooth. Requires removal of healthy tooth to create mechanical retention.
Bonding Adhesively bonds to tooth structure for a tight seal. Does not bond — held mechanically. May allow microleakage.
Lifespan 7–10+ years with proper care and regular check-ups. 10–15 years, but causes long-term tooth discolouration.

We do not place amalgam fillings at Ossom Aesthetic Clinic. We offer safe removal of old silver fillings and replacement with natural-looking composite restorations.


FAQs

Filling questions answered.

A composite filling is made from a blend of plastic resin and fine glass or ceramic particles. This mixture is biocompatible, safe for all patients, completely mercury-free, and can be precisely shade-matched to the surrounding natural tooth structure for a perfectly invisible result.

With proper oral hygiene and regular 6-monthly dental check-ups, composite fillings typically last 7–10 years or more. The lifespan depends on the cavity size, location in the mouth and chewing load on that tooth. Back molars that bear heavy chewing force may need replacement sooner than front teeth.

No. We use advanced local anaesthesia so you feel no pain during the procedure. Some patients feel mild sensitivity after the numbness wears off for a day or two — this is completely normal and resolves on its own. Most fillings are completed in a single visit of 30–60 minutes.

Yes. We offer safe removal of old silver amalgam fillings and replacement with matched composite restorations. The old amalgam is carefully removed under isolation to minimise mercury vapour exposure, and a natural-looking composite is bonded in its place — restoring both aesthetics and tooth structure.
Ossom Aesthetic Clinic · Basaveshwar Nagar, Bengaluru

Cavity? Don't wait for it to grow.

Book your tooth-colored filling appointment at OSSOM. A small filling today prevents a root canal tomorrow.


Ossom Aesthetic Clinic · 719, Chord Rd, West of Chord Road 2nd Stage, Basaveshwar Nagar, Bengaluru 560079