How much does cavity filling cost?
National average range: $150 to $450 per tooth. Composite (tooth-colored): $150–$450. Amalgam (silver): $100–$300. Front teeth usually less. Insurance typically covers 70–80% after deductible.
What is cavity filling?
Repair of tooth decay (cavities) by removing the decayed portion and filling the tooth with a durable composite or amalgam material.
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National cost breakdown
Low end: $150. Smaller cities, dental schools, basic materials, general dentists.
Mid range: $300. Suburban practices, experienced providers, quality materials.
High end: $450. Major metros, board-certified specialists, premium materials, advanced technology.
Insurance typically covers 50–80% for medically necessary procedures. Always get a written estimate before treatment.
Cavity Filling cost by city
24 citiesCity-specific guides show local price context, practices that handle cavity filling, and insurance acceptance patterns. Major metros tend to run 20–40% above the national average.
Los Angeles, CA
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Los Angeles.
New York City, NY
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in New York City.
San Diego, CA
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in San Diego.
Chicago, IL
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Chicago.
Houston, TX
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Houston.
Dallas, TX
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Dallas.
San Francisco, CA
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in San Francisco.
Miami, FL
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Miami.
29 Palms, CA
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in 29 Palms.
Abbeville, LA
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Abbeville.
Abbeville, AL
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Abbeville.
Abbeville, SC
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Abbeville.
Abbotsford, WI
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Abbotsford.
Aberdeen, NJ
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen, MD
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen, ID
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen, SD
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen, MS
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen, NC
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen, WA
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen Proving Ground.
Aberdeen Township, NJ
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Aberdeen Township.
Abilene, TX
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Abilene.
Abilene, KS
Cavity Filling pricing, insurance patterns, and verified practices in Abilene.
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