Fillings in Darien, IL

Restore and protect your teeth.

Natural-Looking Tooth Repair

Fillings in Nuwave Dental & Orthodontics.

At Nuwave Dental & Orthodontics, we want you and your family to have healthy smiles. That’s why we provide high-quality dental fillings to treat cavities. 


Do you have cavities that need treatment? Call us at to schedule an appointment today

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Understanding Tooth Decay

What are cavities?

A cavity is an area of damage or decay on your tooth. When you don’t follow a thorough oral hygiene routine, bacteria stick to your teeth and create an acid that eats through your enamel. This is how cavities get started. If you don’t get your cavities treated by a dentist, they will get bigger and can lead to severe tooth decay, infections, and even tooth loss.

Recommended Treatment Frequency

Signs of a cavity.

When a cavity first starts to form, you may not notice any symptoms. As it gets bigger, you may experience: 


  • Persistent toothache
  • Pain when eating or drinking
  • Increased sensitivity to temperature
  • White spots on your teeth (early stages)
  • Brown or black stains on your teeth (later stages)


If you notice any of these symptoms, call Nuwave Dental & Orthodontics at  to schedule an appointment with our friendly team.

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Step-by-Step Care

Cavity treatment.

The standard treatment for cavities is a dental filling. There are several different types of materials we can use for fillings, including: 


  • A tooth-colored composite resin
  • Standard silver amalgam
  • Ceramic or porcelain


In general, our expert dentists will treat your cavity by first removing the decayed sections of your tooth and cleaning out the cavity. Once the cavity is prepared, we will fill it in using one of the materials listed above. After the cavity is filled, we will smooth and polish the filling. 


Once the procedure is finished, your tooth will be protected from further decay so long as you maintain a good oral hygiene routine and come back to see us at least twice a year for checkups!

Schedule Your Consultation Today!

Are you ready to restore your smile? Call Nuwave Dental & Orthodontics at (630) 541-6986 to schedule your consultation for fillings! Our friendly team will give you a thorough oral exam and talk to you about which type of fillings would be the best for your desires.