Dra. Cléo Salustiano Dental fillings in Mooca – Dr. Cléo Salustiano
Open every day, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., including Sundays and public holidays
A dental filling (restoration) rebuilds the part of a tooth lost to decay, a fracture or wear. Today it is usually made with tooth-colored composite resin, applied in layers and shaped during the appointment. At Dr. Cléo Salustiano’s office (CRO-SP 170844) in Mooca, each filling is usually done in one visit, after an exam and, when needed, an X-ray.
The office is at Rua Hipódromo, 1141, in Mooca, about a 6-minute walk from Bresser-Mooca subway station, and is open every day, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., including Sundays and public holidays, by appointment. It is a private practice (dental insurance plans are not accepted). Care is available in English and Spanish. Lost a filling or broke a tooth? See emergency dentist in Mooca.
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Book an assessment on WhatsAppWhat a filling is and when you need one
Tooth decay is caused by acids from plaque bacteria, which break down enamel and then dentin. Early decay often has no symptoms; later come dark spots, holes, sensitivity to sweets or cold and food getting stuck. Read more in tooth decay: what it is and how it starts.
The damaged part of the tooth is removed and rebuilt. Composite resin bonds to the tooth and its shade is matched to the neighboring teeth, so it can also be used on front teeth.
A filling rebuilds part of a tooth; a veneer covers the whole front surface to change color and shape.
Who it is for
- Cavities
- Holes, dark spots or sensitivity that the exam confirms as decay.
- Old fillings with problems
- Darkened, leaking, cracked or amalgam fillings that need replacing.
- Lost filling
- The tooth is left exposed and more prone to decay and fracture.
- Chipped or broken tooth
- Small fractures are usually rebuilt with resin; larger ones may need a crown.
- Wear and sensitivity
- Worn areas near the gum that make the tooth sensitive can be protected with resin.
How the appointment works, step by step
- AssessmentExam of the tooth and, when needed, an X-ray. The resin shade is chosen while the tooth is still hydrated.
- Local anesthesia, when neededDeeper fillings are done under local anesthesia; some small ones do not need it.
- Removing decay or the old fillingOnly the damaged tissue is removed, keeping as much tooth as possible.
- Isolation and bondingThe tooth is kept dry and receives the adhesive that bonds the resin.
- Resin in layersThe resin is placed in layers, shaped and hardened with light.
- Bite check and polishingThe bite is checked and the filling is polished smooth.
How many visits and how long it takes
A composite filling is usually done in a single appointment of about 30 minutes to 1 hour per tooth, depending on size. When several teeth need work, they are grouped by area over more than one visit.
When little tooth structure is left, a lab-made restoration or a porcelain crown may be indicated. If decay has reached the pulp, root canal treatment may be needed first.
Aftercare
- After anesthesia
- Wait until the numbness wears off before eating.
- Bite
- If the filled tooth feels high in the following days, come back for an adjustment.
- Hygiene
- Brush with fluoride toothpaste and floss every day.
- Grinding
- Grinding or clenching wears and chips fillings. See night guard for bruxism in Mooca.
How to get to the office
- Subway
- Line 3-Red to Bresser-Mooca station. From the station to the office it is about 400 meters, a flat 6-minute walk along Rua Hipódromo.
- Car
- Via the Radial Leste avenue. There are parking lots near the office. Check the travel time in your maps app before you leave.
Address and contact
View mapFrequently asked questions
Are tooth-colored fillings made of composite resin?
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Yes. Most fillings today are made with composite resin in a shade matched to your teeth.
How long does a composite filling last?
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It usually lasts for years, depending on its size, bite force, habits such as grinding, hygiene and check-ups.
My filling fell out. What should I do?
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Keep the area clean, avoid chewing on that side and very hard, sweet or cold food, and book an assessment. The office is open every day, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
I chipped a tooth. Can it be repaired?
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Often yes, with resin. It depends on the size of the fracture and whether it reached the pulp. If you can, keep the fragment in a little milk or saline and bring it.
Do old amalgam fillings need to be replaced?
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Not always. Replacement is recommended when there is leakage, fracture, decay around it or for aesthetic reasons, assessed tooth by tooth.
How much does a filling cost?
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It depends on the number of teeth, the size of each filling and what needs to be done first. The cost is presented after the assessment.
Are you open in the evening, on Sundays and on holidays?
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Yes. Patients are seen every day, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., including Sundays and public holidays, always by appointment.
Do you accept dental insurance?
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No. This is a private practice: the office does not work with dental insurance plans. This allows each appointment the time it needs, with materials and planning chosen case by case. Treatment options and payment terms are explained at the assessment, before any decision. If you have a dental plan and want to ask about reimbursement, message us on WhatsApp at +55 (11) 97409-7834 before booking.
See also
- Emergency dentist in Mooca →
- General dentistry →
- Porcelain crown in Mooca →
- Tooth Decay: What It Is, How It Starts and How to Treat It Early →
- Lost a filling: what to do and how long you can wait →
- When to replace an old filling (and when you don't need to) →
- Composite Resin on Teeth: What It Is, When It Is Used and How Long It Lasts →
- Veneer or Filling: What Is the Difference and When Is Each One Used? →
How your first appointment works
Before any treatment, the path is the same, and each step is explained calmly:
- Photo pre-assessment (optional)If you like, you send photos of your smile on WhatsApp and receive initial guidance on what the appointment needs to check. It does not replace the exam.
- Assessment appointmentAn exam of your teeth, gums and bite, and a conversation about what bothers you. The assessment takes about 30 minutes.
- Treatment plan, explainedThe plan is presented before any decision: what is indicated in your case, the steps and what each one involves. You decide in your own time.
- Treatment and follow-upOnce you approve the plan, treatment is done in the agreed sessions, with a follow-up visit for adjustments and periodic maintenance when the treatment calls for it.
Every case is assessed individually: what is possible for your smile is only defined at an appointment. Read more: what a first dental appointment is like →