How much does a dental filling cost?

Composite (tooth-colored) fillings cost $200–$500 per tooth depending on surfaces, and amalgam (silver) fillings $100–$300. Large multi-surface composites can reach $600. Most dental plans cover fillings at 70–80% after deductible.

What happens when I get a filling?

Under local anesthesia, the dentist removes decay with a drill or laser, etches and bonds the cavity, places composite resin in layers, and cures each layer with a UV light. The process takes 20–45 minutes per tooth. The bite is checked and adjusted before discharge.

The procedure is painless with local anesthesia. Mild sensitivity to cold and pressure for 1–2 weeks afterward is common. Lingering pain beyond 2 weeks can mean a high bite or a need for further treatment such as a root canal.

How long do dental fillings last?

Composite fillings typically last 7–10 years, amalgam 10–15 years. Large fillings covering more than half the tooth surface are at higher risk of fracture and may need to be replaced with an onlay or crown. Recurrent decay at the margin is the leading failure cause.

Can a cavity heal without a filling?

True cavities (cavitated lesions) cannot heal — once enamel is broken, restoration is required. Very early enamel demineralization (white spot lesions) can sometimes be remineralized with fluoride varnish, prescription toothpaste, and diet changes over 3–6 months. Regular checkups catch lesions early.

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Dental Fillings

This dental service is offered by qualified dental professionals to help maintain and improve your oral health. Consult with a dental specialist to determine if this treatment is right for you.

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About Dental Fillings

This dental service is offered by qualified dental professionals to help maintain and improve your oral health. Consult with a dental specialist to determine if this treatment is right for you.

What is Dental Fillings?

This dental service is offered by qualified dental professionals to help maintain and improve your oral health. Consult with a dental specialist to determine if this treatment is right for you.

Who Needs It?

This service may be recommended based on your individual dental health needs. Your dentist will evaluate your condition and advise whether this treatment would benefit you.

What to Expect

Your dentist will perform a thorough examination and discuss the treatment plan with you. The procedure will be carried out using modern techniques and equipment to ensure the best possible outcome.

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Weimar Family & Implant Dentistry

11256, 86th Avenue North · Maple Grove, Minnesota

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At Weimar Family Dentistry in Maple Grove, MN, our mission is to guide patients and their families along a path of optimal dental health by delivering the highest possible level...

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Brook West Family Dentistry - Maple Grove

Suite 205, 7950, Main Street · Maple Grove, Minnesota

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Here at Brook West Family Dentistry we treat each patient as an individual and tailor our care to suit your unique needs and desires in order to formulate your dental care plan....

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Blue Ridge Dental Center: Maple Grove

100, 13800, 83rd Way North · Maple Grove, Minnesota

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Blue Ridge Dental Center: Maple Grove is a dental practice on 83rd Way North in Maple Grove, Minnesota, offering dental implants and invisalign among its listed services. The pr...

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Grove Health Dental

9907, Maple Grove Parkway · Maple Grove, Minnesota

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Grove Health Dental is a family dentist office in Maple Grove, Minnesota that offers quality dental care. Our dental clinic provides a variety of services for you and your famil...

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Dunkirk Dental

16342, County Road 30 · Maple Grove, Minnesota

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Minnesota Lee Dental Clinic - Lee John DDS

Unit 102, 6240, Quinwood Lane North · Maple Grove, Minnesota

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