A restorative filling repairs a tooth affected by decay, wear, a small fracture or a damaged old filling.

If a cavity is treated before decay reaches the nerve, a filling may be enough to restore the tooth without needing more extensive treatment.

At Reliance Hospital Dental Clinic in Bahria Town Phase 4, Rawalpindi, treatment starts with a dental examination. The dentist checks how much of the tooth is affected and whether a filling can safely restore it.

Restorative dental care at Reliance Hospital also includes Lt. Col. (R) Dr. Rizwan Qureshi, BDS, FCPS, whose clinical work includes root canal treatment and restorative dentistry. Reliance identifies him specifically with root canal and restorative work.

A cavity does not automatically mean you need a root canal. If decay is limited to the outer parts of the tooth, a restorative filling may be enough. If it has reached the pulp or caused infection inside the tooth, Root Canal Treatment may need to be considered instead.

When a Filling Is Needed

A dental filling may be recommended when part of the tooth has been damaged but enough healthy tooth structure remains to repair it.

Common reasons include:

• A cavity caused by tooth decay

• A small hole or dark area in the tooth

• Sensitivity when eating sweets or drinking something cold

• A small chip or fracture

• Worn areas of enamel

• Food repeatedly getting stuck in one area

• An old filling that has cracked, loosened or fallen out

• Pain or discomfort when chewing

Not every sensitive tooth has a cavity, and not every cavity causes pain in its early stages.

A dental examination helps determine how deep the decay is and whether the tooth can be treated with a filling.

This is especially important if you have delayed treatment for some time. Local Islamabad and Rawalpindi discussions show that patients often wait until a cavity becomes painful and are then concerned about whether they still need only a filling or have reached the stage of root canal treatment.

Treating decay while it is still limited may help preserve more of the natural tooth.

What Happens at the Appointment

Your appointment starts with an examination of the tooth.

If required, an X-ray may be advised to see how far decay has progressed and whether the pulp inside the tooth appears affected.

Once a filling is confirmed as the appropriate treatment, the area is numbed where necessary.

The damaged or decayed part of the tooth is removed and the area is cleaned. Filling material is then placed to restore the missing portion of the tooth.

The dentist shapes the restoration so it fits naturally with the surrounding tooth.

Your bite is also checked before you leave. This matters because a filling that sits slightly too high can make the tooth uncomfortable when biting or chewing.

Many straightforward fillings can be completed in a single appointment.

At Reliance Hospital, restorative cases can also be assessed within a dental team that includes Lt. Col. (R) Dr. Rizwan Qureshi, whose work includes restorative dentistry and management of teeth that may require root canal treatment.

If decay is found to extend deeper than expected, the dentist may discuss whether Root Canal Treatment would be safer than placing a filling over an affected nerve.

Restorative Filling Cost at Reliance Hospital

The latest price for a Restorative Filling at Reliance Hospital Dental Clinic is PKR 8,000.

Patients currently receive a 25% discount, reducing the treatment cost to:

Regular Price: PKR 8,000
Discount: 25%
Current Offer: PKR 6,000

The final treatment recommendation depends on the size and depth of the cavity and the condition of the tooth.

Patients comparing filling prices in Islamabad and Rawalpindi should also ask what type of filling material is being used and whether the cavity is small or requires a larger restoration. Local dental discussions repeatedly raise this point because two treatments described simply as a "filling" may involve very different amounts of tooth damage.

Materials We Use

The filling material should be selected according to the tooth, the amount of damage and where the restoration will be placed.

For back teeth, strength and the amount of chewing pressure are important considerations.

For visible teeth, appearance may also be important.

Reliance Hospital also offers Composite / Tooth Colour Fillings for patients who need a restoration that blends more naturally with the surrounding tooth.

The latest price for a Laser / Tooth Colour Filling is PKR 10,000, with a 25% discount bringing the current price to PKR 7,500.

A tooth-coloured filling is not automatically the right choice in every situation. The dentist should consider:

• Which tooth needs treatment

• How much tooth structure has been lost

• The size of the cavity

• Chewing pressure on the tooth

• Whether the filling will be visible when you smile

• Whether there is enough healthy tooth remaining to support a filling

The goal should be to restore the tooth properly, not simply choose a filling because of how it looks.

If the tooth has extensive damage or infection inside it, another restorative option may be more appropriate.

Aftercare

Your mouth may remain numb for a short period after treatment if local anaesthesia was used.

Avoid biting hard foods on the treated side until normal sensation has returned.

Some temporary sensitivity to cold, pressure or chewing can occur after a filling. This often settles as the tooth adjusts.

After treatment:

• Brush normally with fluoride toothpaste

• Clean between your teeth every day

• Avoid chewing very hard foods while the tooth is still numb

• Do not repeatedly test the new filling by biting hard objects

• Contact the clinic if the filling feels too high when you bite

• Return if sensitivity becomes stronger instead of improving

• Book an examination if the filling breaks or becomes loose

If pain continues, becomes severe or starts without eating or drinking, the tooth should be reassessed.

In some cases, persistent symptoms can indicate that the problem is deeper than originally expected and the tooth may need further evaluation for Root Canal Treatment.

Good daily cleaning also helps reduce the chance of new decay developing around the restoration.

Patients with plaque or tartar buildup can also discuss whether Scaling & Polishing is needed as part of their wider dental care.

Book a Consultation

Looking for a dental filling in Rawalpindi or Islamabad?

Reliance Hospital Dental Clinic provides assessment and restorative treatment for cavities, chipped teeth, damaged fillings and other common dental problems at Civic Center, Bahria Town Phase 4, Rawalpindi. The clinic currently lists its hours as Monday to Saturday from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Restorative dental care at Reliance Hospital includes:

Lt. Col. (R) Dr. Rizwan Qureshi
BDS, FCPS
Endodontics & Restorative Dentistry
25 years of dental experience

Reliance Hospital identifies Dr. Rizwan Qureshi with root canal treatment and restorative work and lists him among its senior dental specialists.

Current Restorative Filling Offer

Regular Price: PKR 8,000
25% Discount
Current Price: PKR 6,000

For patients who prefer a tooth-coloured restoration:

Laser / Tooth Colour Filling
Regular Price: PKR 10,000
25% Discount
Current Price: PKR 7,500

Your dentist will confirm which filling is appropriate after examining the tooth.

Explore the full Reliance Hospital Dental Department for fillings, root canal treatment, scaling, cosmetic dentistry and other dental services.

Clinic: Bahria Town Phase IV, Civic Center, Rawalpindi
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Call: +92 326 8414921

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