What is the best time to get a filling?

There is no particular time frame for getting fillings, as long as the dental clinic is open, you can go for fillings anytime. However, if it involves some complicated fillings, such as those requiring root canal treatment, several outpatient operations may be required, and it is best to follow the doctor's advice to schedule an appointment for treatment.

Generally speaking, there is no significant time frame for a simple filling, which can be done either in the morning or in the afternoon. There are two types of fillings that are more common today, the first is the more traditional conservative filling, which involves removing the decayed tooth, then preparing the hole and filling it in about half an hour; the other is a root canal filling. The other is a root canal filling, which is more complicated and requires about an hour of preparation time and 2-3 operations.

If you have a chipped tooth, you should go to the hospital as soon as possible to have the affected tooth repaired to avoid discomfort caused by the chipped tooth. Generally, when the defect does not involve the pulp, only the filling material in the tooth tissue is enough. If the defect is large, the filling material will need to be placed in the tooth tissue to avoid dislodging the filling material. If the lesion involves the pulp, it is generally recommended to perform root canal treatment on the diseased pulp before repairing the tooth.

In general, fillings can be done anytime the dental clinic is open. However, it is recommended that you call ahead to inquire about the dental clinic's hours of operation for convenience and to schedule an appointment.