General & preventive
Dental fillings in Putney
White composite or traditional amalgam, chosen for the tooth rather than the fashion. Dr Glafcos Tombolis repairs decay and damage while keeping as much of your own tooth as possible.
Clinically reviewed by Dr Glafcos Tombolis, BDS, GDC 74754
Last reviewed 27 September 2026
Fillings at Ethicare, in brief
How much does a filling cost?
Fillings start from £195. The fee depends on how big the filling is and where it is, and you get a written quote first.
Who does the filling?
Dr Glafcos Tombolis, our principal dentist, carries out fillings at the practice.
Can I pay monthly?
Yes. 0% finance through Tabeo is available on treatment with Dr Glafcos, over 3, 6, 10 or 12 months, subject to status. Denplan members get 10% off.
How long does it take?
Usually one appointment of 30 to 60 minutes. Composite fillings set straight away under a blue light, so you can eat as soon as the numbness wears off.
The right material for the tooth.
White composite fillings bond to the tooth and are virtually invisible, which is why most patients choose them. Amalgam is harder-wearing and can be the better choice in a few situations, though it usually means removing more tooth to place it. We talk you through which suits your tooth and why, and you decide.
Where too much tooth has been lost for a filling to protect it, we will tell you. An onlay or a crown covers and protects the remaining tooth rather than just filling the hole.
- Composite bonds to the tooth and blends in
- Small chips in composite can be repaired, not replaced
- Local anaesthetic, so it should not hurt
- The conservative option first, always
“Dr Glafcos has provided me with a very friendly and professional service. I will not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.”
Your filling, step by step
- 01ExaminationDr Glafcos checks the tooth, with a small X-ray if needed, and explains the options.
- 02NumbingLocal anaesthetic, and time for it to work, so you are comfortable before we begin.
- 03Decay removedThe decayed or damaged part of the tooth is removed and the cavity is shaped and cleaned.
- 04Filling placedComposite is built up in layers, colour-matched and set under a blue light, then shaped to your bite and polished.
Spread the cost
0% finance on dental fillings with Dr Glafcos.
Pay the cost of your treatment and nothing more, over 3, 6, 10, or 12 monthly payments. Apply online in about 2 minutes with a soft credit check that won’t affect your credit score, and get a decision straight away.
Representative example: treatment cost £3,200, 12 monthly payments of £266.67 (the first taken upfront), 0% APR representative, total amount payable £3,200.
Credit decisions depend on your circumstances. You must be over 18 and earn an income to apply. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may affect your credit score. Ethicare Dental acts as a credit intermediary. Finance is provided through Tabeo Finance Limited trading as Tabeo, 5th Floor, 10 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AF, a credit broker and loan servicer authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 777539).
Spread over
Illustration at 0% APR representative. The first payment is taken upfront. Total payable equals the treatment cost. Not an offer of credit.
Is a filling the right repair?
A filling suits a tooth that still has plenty of sound structure. If a large part of the tooth is missing, or a filling would leave thin walls that could crack, an onlay or crown protects the tooth better. If decay has reached the nerve, the tooth needs root canal treatment first.
Filling questions
Something else? Call us on 020 8870 5059 or send a WhatsApp message.
Is it painful to have a filling placed?
No. We use local anaesthetic and make sure you are comfortable before we begin. Your tooth may be slightly more sensitive for a few days afterwards.
Can my filling be repaired rather than replaced?
If it is a composite filling, small chips and breaks can usually be repaired in one appointment, because composite bonds to itself as well as to the tooth. Amalgam is harder to repair, so a damaged amalgam filling usually needs replacing, often with composite.
Should I change my silver fillings to white ones?
Sometimes. If you have an allergy to amalgam, or you would like the cosmetic benefit, replacing them is an option. Where an existing filling is deep, replacing it can disturb the nerve and lead to further treatment, so the smaller and shallower the filling, the lower the risk. We weigh the cosmetic advantage against that risk with you.
How much does a filling cost at Ethicare?
Fillings at Ethicare start from £195. The fee depends on the size and position of the filling, and you have a written quote before any treatment starts.
How long does a filling last?
It depends on the size of the filling, where it is and how you look after it. Many last well over a decade. We check your fillings at every examination and tell you if one is wearing.
