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Restorative · Tampal Gigi & Rawatan Saraf Gigi

Dental Fillings & Root Canal in Kota Kinabalu

A decayed or aching tooth doesn’t always mean losing it. A tooth-coloured filling (tampal gigi) repairs early decay, and a gentle root canal (rawatan saraf gigi) saves a tooth whose nerve is infected. FTS Chin Dental in Likas restores teeth comfortably — with painless, honest care.

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Illustration of a Malaysian dentist and a healthy repaired tooth, representing fillings and root canal care at FTS Chin Dental in Likas, Kota Kinabalu
The treatment

Repairing and saving your natural teeth

Your own teeth are always worth saving where we can. When decay is caught early, a simple filling is all it takes. When it reaches deeper — into the nerve — a root canal lets us clear the infection and keep the tooth, instead of removing it. Both are routine treatments we do gently, and we’ll always explain honestly which one your tooth actually needs.

Tooth-coloured fillings

  • We remove the decay and clean the cavity thoroughly.
  • The tooth is rebuilt with a natural, tooth-coloured composite that blends in.
  • Most fillings are done comfortably in a single visit.
  • Older silver fillings can be replaced if you’d prefer a natural look.

Root canal treatment

  • We numb the tooth fully, so the procedure is comfortable — and it relieves existing pain.
  • The infected nerve tissue is removed and the canal is cleaned and disinfected.
  • The tooth is sealed, and we’ll advise if a crown is needed to protect it afterwards.
  • You keep your natural tooth instead of facing an extraction and a gap.

Will it hurt?

No. With the tooth thoroughly numbed, you feel pressure but not pain — and a root canal takes away the ache of an infected tooth rather than adding to it. Many patients tell us it was far easier than they expected.

Pricing
Price on consultation

Fees depend on the tooth and how much work it needs — a small filling costs much less than a root canal on a back molar. Message us on WhatsApp for a clear estimate, or come in for a check-up. We won’t invent a number, and treatment only starts once you know the cost.

Why FTS Chin

Gentle care that saves your natural teeth

4.9★ from 409 Google reviewsPatients trust us with sensitive, painful teeth.
Painless, thoroughly numbedComfort first — a root canal relieves pain, not adds to it.
Natural, tooth-coloured fillingsRepairs that blend in and don’t show when you smile.
Honest adviceWe save the tooth where we can, and tell you straight when we can’t.
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Fillings & root canal — frequently asked questions

How much does a dental filling or root canal cost?
It depends on the tooth and how much work it needs — a small filling costs far less than a root canal on a back molar. We don’t invent numbers: message us on WhatsApp with your situation, or come in for a check-up, and we’ll give you a clear price before any treatment begins.
Does a filling or root canal hurt?
No — we numb the tooth thoroughly with local anaesthetic first, so you feel pressure but not pain. A root canal actually relieves the pain of an infected tooth. Our whole approach is gentle, painless dentistry, and we take our time to keep you comfortable.
What’s the difference between a filling and a root canal?
A filling repairs a tooth with decay or a small cavity — we clean out the decay and rebuild the tooth, usually in one visit. A root canal (rawatan saraf gigi) is needed when the decay or infection has reached the nerve inside the tooth. We remove the infected tissue, clean the canal and seal it, saving a tooth that might otherwise need to be pulled.
Do you use tooth-coloured fillings?
Yes. We use natural, tooth-coloured (composite) fillings that blend in with your smile, so repairs don’t show. If you have older silver fillings you’d like replaced, we’re happy to talk through your options.
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Related treatments

Crowns, Bridges & Dentures

Replace missing or damaged teeth.

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Tooth Extraction

Gentle removal when a tooth can’t be saved.

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Check-up & X-Ray

Catch problems early with a thorough exam.

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Serving patients across Likas, Inanam, Menggatal, Damai — and all of northern Kota Kinabalu.

Is this right for you?

Every mouth is different. Fillings and root canal treatment may not be appropriate for every patient, and any treatment is conditional on a satisfactory clinical assessment being carried out first. Our dentist will examine you, explain your options, and tell you honestly if a different treatment — or no treatment — would serve you better. The information on this page is general and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for a consultation.

Save your tooth

Got a cavity, or a tooth that aches?

Don’t wait for it to get worse. Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll get you seen and comfortable at FTS Chin Dental in Likas.

WhatsApp — Request Appointment Call 013-856 4211