In general, fillings do not cause harm to the human body, on the contrary, if the missing teeth are not repaired in time, it may aggravate the damage to the teeth, and even induce periodontal disease. Do not listen to the so-called “fillings are harmful” to avoid delaying treatment. Generally, fillings are only done when a patient has a chipped tooth. If a tooth is chipped, it will not only affect the aesthetics, but also the normal function of the tooth. If the tooth is not repaired in time, it may further aggravate the damage of the tooth, and even cause diseases such as pulpitis, apical inflammation, periapical abscess, etc., and in serious cases, the tooth may even need to be extracted. Dental fillings, on the other hand, are timely repairs of chipped teeth in order to avoid excessive tooth loss and can play a role in protecting the teeth. Therefore, if the patient has a chipped tooth, it is recommended to go to a professional hospital for treatment in time to avoid delaying the condition.