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Tooth-colored fillings cost in North Texas

A tooth-colored filling repairs a cavity with composite resin that matches the color of your tooth.

Participating practices: Sonría Dentista of Arlington, Sonría Dentista of Grand Prairie, Sonría Dentista of Commerce and Sonría Dentista of Paris.

How will you pay?

Prices at participating practices

Dental fees differ from one practice to the next. Each price below was set by that practice for that location. It is not a standard, average or typical price for fillings elsewhere. Where a practice has no public price, you can request an estimate from it.

Sonría Dentista of Arlington

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

2024 Baird Farm Rd, Suite 100, Arlington, TX 76006

$149 – $359

Typical range · Tooth-colored filling, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignMedicaid and CHIP, subject to verification
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Tooth-colored fillings at Sonría Dentista of ArlingtonSet by Sonría Dentista for its Arlington location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Tooth-colored filling, per toothDepends on how many surfaces of the tooth are involved.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$149 – $359Typical range
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.

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Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (682) 284-1120

Sonría Dentista of Grand Prairie

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

325 W Westchester Pkwy, Suite 300, Grand Prairie, TX 75052

$149 – $359

Typical range · Tooth-colored filling, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careMedicaid and CHIP, subject to verification
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Tooth-colored fillings at Sonría Dentista of Grand PrairieSet by Sonría Dentista for its Grand Prairie location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Tooth-colored filling, per toothDepends on how many surfaces of the tooth are involved.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$149 – $359Typical range
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.

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Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (972) 262-5593

Sonría Dentista of Commerce

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

2210 Live Oak St, Suite C, Commerce, TX 75428

$149 – $359

Typical range · Tooth-colored filling, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignMedicaid and CHIP, subject to verification
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Tooth-colored fillings at Sonría Dentista of CommerceSet by Sonría Dentista for its Commerce location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Tooth-colored filling, per toothDepends on how many surfaces of the tooth are involved.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$149 – $359Typical range
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (903) 246-4424

Sonría Dentista of Paris

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

707 Lamar Ave, Suite L, Paris, TX 75460

$149 – $359

Typical range · Tooth-colored filling, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignTMJ and facial pain
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Tooth-colored fillings at Sonría Dentista of ParisSet by Sonría Dentista for its Paris location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Tooth-colored filling, per toothDepends on how many surfaces of the tooth are involved.Verified by the practice Nov 3, 2026$149 – $359Typical range
  • Typical range: What most of this practice's patients pay. Your price can fall outside this range.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (903) 609-0567

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What the treatment is

A filling replaces tooth structure lost to decay, wear or a small break. The dentist removes the decay, cleans and conditions the tooth, then rebuilds it with composite resin, a tooth-colored mixture of plastic resin and fine glass-like particles.

Composite is placed in layers and hardened with a curing light, so the filling is usually finished in one visit. It bonds to the tooth, which means less healthy tooth may need to be removed than with older silver (amalgam) fillings.

Dentists describe fillings by tooth surface. Each tooth has up to five: the chewing or biting edge, the front, the back, and the two sides that touch neighboring teeth. A filling that wraps around more surfaces is larger, takes longer and costs more.

Why it may be recommended

  • A cavity found on an exam or X-ray that has gone past the outer enamel.
  • A small chip or fracture, or a worn area near the gumline.
  • Replacing an old filling that is cracked, leaking or has new decay around it.
  • Early decay in enamel can sometimes be watched or treated with fluoride instead; ask whether that is an option.

Treatment types and variations

Tap a type to see when it is used and what to weigh. Your dentist recommends options after examining you.

Front teeth (anterior) or back teeth (posterior)

Insurers and fee schedules price front-tooth and back-tooth fillings separately. Back teeth take heavier chewing forces and are harder to reach.

Anterior compositeFillings on incisors and canines. Shade matching and polish matter most here because the filling is visible when you smile.
Codes to ask about
D2330, D2331, D2332, D2335
Posterior compositeFillings on premolars and molars. The filling must withstand chewing, and getting a tight contact with the neighboring tooth takes extra steps.
Codes to ask about
D2391, D2392, D2393, D2394

Number of surfaces

One surfaceA small cavity on a single surface, such as a pit on the chewing surface of a molar.
Two surfacesCommon when decay starts between teeth and reaches the chewing surface.
Three surfacesA larger filling, for example the chewing surface plus both sides.
Four or more surfacesA very large filling. At this size the dentist may discuss whether an onlay or crown would protect the tooth better.
Involving the incisal angleOn a front tooth, a filling that rebuilds a corner of the biting edge. It is billed in the same category as a four-surface front filling because it takes more time to shape and is under more stress.
Codes to ask about
D2335

Other filling materials

Silver amalgamA metal alloy used for many decades. It is durable and can be placed when the tooth is hard to keep dry, but it is not tooth-colored and does not bond to the tooth.
Things to weigh
Many offices no longer place amalgam; ask what your office uses.
Codes to ask about
D2140, D2150, D2160, D2161
Glass ionomerA tooth-colored material that releases fluoride. It is often used near the gumline, in baby teeth or as a temporary filling. It is less wear-resistant than composite on chewing surfaces.

Materials and techniques

Composite resin
Comes in many shades and is bonded to enamel and dentin with an adhesive. Different brands vary in strength, polish and handling; no single product is right for every tooth.
Liners and bases
For a deep cavity, a thin protective layer may be placed under the filling. In most fee schedules this is part of the filling rather than a separate charge.
Pulp protection
When decay is very close to the nerve, the dentist may place a medicated layer (a pulp cap) to help the nerve recover. A direct or indirect pulp cap can be billed separately.
Desensitizers
A desensitizing agent may be applied to reduce sensitivity after treatment or on exposed root surfaces. It is sometimes billed as its own procedure.

Benefits, limitations and possible risks

Benefits

  • Matches the color of the tooth.
  • Bonds to the tooth, which can preserve more natural structure.
  • Usually completed in one visit.
  • Small composites can often be repaired rather than fully replaced.

Limitations

  • Large composite fillings can wear or chip, especially in people who grind.
  • Placement is technique-sensitive: the tooth must stay dry while bonding.
  • Composite can stain over time, particularly with coffee, tea or tobacco.
  • A filling does not strengthen a tooth with very little structure left; an onlay or crown may be discussed instead.

Possible risks

  • Temporary sensitivity to cold or biting pressure for a few days or weeks.
  • A filling that sits slightly high may need a quick adjustment.
  • For deep cavities, the nerve may become inflamed later and need a root canal, even when the filling was placed correctly.
  • New decay can form at the edges of any filling over time.

What happens during treatment

  1. 1

    Numbing

    Local anesthetic is given for most fillings. Very small fillings sometimes do not need it.

  2. 2

    Removing decay

    The dentist removes decay and old filling material and shapes the area.

  3. 3

    Bonding

    The tooth is conditioned and an adhesive is applied and hardened with a light.

  4. 4

    Building the filling

    Composite is added in layers, each hardened with a curing light. A band may be used to shape the side of the tooth.

  5. 5

    Shaping and polishing

    Your bite is checked with marking paper and the filling is adjusted and polished.

Recovery and maintenance

  • You can usually eat once the numbness wears off; composite is fully hardened before you leave.
  • Mild sensitivity often fades over a few days to weeks. Contact the office if it worsens, lasts, or if biting hurts.
  • Brush, floss and keep regular checkups so the edges of the filling can be watched.

What affects the cost

Number of surfaces
The main pricing factor. Each added surface means more time and material.
Front or back tooth
Front and back composites have separate fee codes and often different fees.
Depth of the cavity
Deep decay may need pulp protection, which can add a separate fee.
Size of the cavity
A very large cavity may be better restored with an onlay or crown, which changes the cost entirely.

Common additional charges

These are billed separately at many offices. Not every patient needs them.

Exam and X-raysNew patients usually need an exam and X-rays before treatment.
Pulp capDirect or indirect pulp capping when decay is close to the nerve.
Desensitizing treatmentSometimes billed separately for sensitive areas.
AdjustmentsA quick bite adjustment is usually included; ask how follow-up visits are billed.

Procedure fee or total case cost?

Each filling is priced separately. If you need several fillings, your total is the sum of each tooth's fee, plus any exam, X-rays or pulp protection. Ask for an itemized treatment plan that lists each tooth and number of surfaces.

Paying with insurance, without insurance, or with Medicaid/CHIP

With insurance

Most plans cover fillings as a basic service, often with a copay or a percentage after the deductible. Send your insurance information to the office to check.

Without insurance

Without insurance you pay the office's fee, which depends on the number of surfaces.

Medicaid and CHIP

Texas Medicaid and CHIP cover fillings for eligible children. The office verifies eligibility.

Accepted at Arlington, Grand Prairie, and Commerce, subject to eligibility and plan verification.

Alternative treatments

Alternatives depend on your teeth and health. Ask your dentist to explain the trade-offs of each option, including doing nothing.

Monitoring and fluoride
Very early enamel decay can sometimes be watched and treated with fluoride or other remineralizing products.
Silver diamine fluoride
A liquid that can stop some cavities from progressing without drilling. It stains decay black, so it is mostly used for baby teeth or hard-to-treat areas.
Inlay or onlay
A lab-made or milled restoration for larger cavities.
Crown
Covers the whole tooth when there is too little structure for a filling.

Codes to ask your insurer about

Insurers price treatment by ADA CDT procedure code. The office confirms the exact code for your treatment; labels here are plain-English summaries.

D2330Composite filling, front tooth, one surface
D2331Composite filling, front tooth, two surfaces
D2332Composite filling, front tooth, three surfaces
D2335Composite filling, front tooth, four or more surfaces or involving the incisal angle
D2391Composite filling, back tooth, one surface
D2392Composite filling, back tooth, two surfaces
D2393Composite filling, back tooth, three surfaces
D2394Composite filling, back tooth, four or more surfaces
D2140Amalgam (silver) filling, one surface
D3110Pulp cap, direct
D3120Pulp cap, indirect
D9910Desensitizing medicament application
D2940Protective (temporary) restoration

Questions to ask your dentist

  • How many surfaces will this filling involve?
  • Is the cavity deep? Might I need a pulp cap or, later, a root canal?
  • Is a filling enough, or would an onlay or crown protect the tooth better?
  • If I need several fillings, which are most urgent?

Frequently asked questions

How much does a tooth-colored filling cost?

The price depends on how many surfaces of the tooth are involved and whether it is a front or back tooth. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam.

Are white fillings more expensive than silver fillings?

Often they are, because placement takes longer and must be done in a dry field. Some insurance plans pay the amalgam rate for back-tooth composites and you pay the difference; check your plan.

How long do composite fillings last?

It varies with the size and location of the filling, your bite and your home care. Small fillings tend to last longer than large ones. Your dentist checks fillings at each exam.

Why does my filling hurt when I bite?

The filling may be slightly high, or the tooth may be irritated after treatment. Contact the office; a high spot is usually a quick adjustment.

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