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At A Glance
Grand Street Dental: Dr. Jennifer Plotnick is the strongest overall starting point in Brooklyn if you want a dependable option for general dentistry.
iSmile Dental: Dentist Williamsburg has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
St. Marks Painless Dental is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.
Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.
EditorialUpdated April 3, 2026Independently reviewed
Tooth fillings in Brooklyn are the most common restorative dental procedure — if you have ever had a cavity, you have had a filling. Modern Brooklyn dental offices have moved almost entirely to tooth-colored composite fillings, which bond directly to the tooth and are virtually invisible. Practices in Bushwick, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Gravesend handle everything from small single-surface cavities to large multi-surface restorations, and several now offer same-day porcelain inlays using CEREC technology for cavities too large for a standard filling but too small for a crown.
The Top 10 Tooth Filling Dentists in Brooklyn were ranked on filling quality, patient comfort, longevity of restorations, and pricing. This list is useful for patients who need a cavity filled and want to find a dentist who does it well — with proper isolation, layering technique, and shade matching that makes the filling disappear.
Medically reviewed by
Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
Tooth Filling Costs in Brooklyn (2026)
Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan
Most dental insurance covers fillings at 80%. Out-of-pocket costs listed above are for uninsured patients. Community health centers offer fillings from $100.
Prices verified Apr 3, 2026
How We Vet Each Clinic
Every clinic on this list passes our verification process
Composite filling expertise confirmed — dentists use layered composite technique with proper adhesive bonding protocols.
Rubber dam isolation offered — isolation techniques available to ensure dry field for optimal filling adhesion.
Digital X-ray diagnosis — cavities diagnosed with digital radiographs; no unnecessary fillings on sound teeth.
Patient comfort prioritized — gentle anesthesia technique with topical numbing before injection; sedation available for anxious patients.
Restoration longevity — patient reviews confirm fillings lasting 5+ years without premature failure.
How We Scored the Best Clinics
Our transparent ranking methodology
Patient reviews on filling quality & comfort30%
Clinical technique & material quality25%
Diagnostic accuracy (avoiding overtreatment)15%
Pain management & patient comfort10%
Pricing transparency10%
Range of restorative options (inlays, onlays)10%
Tiebreaker: Dentists offering same-day CEREC restorations rank higher when scores are equal.
Editorial note — rankings are independent. We evaluate filling quality based on patient-reported longevity and satisfaction.
What matters most to you?
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8th Flr, Ste 808, 44, Court Street, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM
This Brooklyn clinic lists dental fillings directly, plus Affordable Dental Care and Dental Bridges among 13 documented services.
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Beyond fillings, services include cleanings and exams, root canals, crowns and bridges, extractions, gum-disease screening, teeth whitening, and emergency dental care. For patients who grind their teeth or notice signs of nighttime clenching, flagging it at the new-patient exam matters more than most realize, since wear patterns affect filling material choices and crown planning over time.</p>
Services:Dental FillingsAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
10, North 5th Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
Closed · Opens today at 9 AM
Profile in Brooklyn lists Dental Fillings alongside Affordable Dental Care and Dental Cleaning across 13 documented procedures.
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The clinic is set up for routine general dentistry as the day-to-day pattern.</p> <p>Filling work covers the routine general-dentistry range. Beyond fillings, services include cleanings and exams, root canals for cases where decay has reached the pulp, crowns and bridges, extractions, gum-disease screening, and emergency dental visits. For patients who grind their teeth or notice signs of nighttime clenching, flagging it at the new-patient exam matters more than most realize, since wear patterns affect filling material choices and crown planning over time.</p>
Services:Dental FillingsAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
2348, Ralph Avenue, Flatlands, Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM
Brooklyn clinic with Dental Fillings on file, paired with Affordable Dental Care and Dental Cleaning across 13 services.
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Beyond fillings, services include cleanings and exams, root canals, crowns and bridges, basic extractions, gum-disease screening, and emergency dental care.
Services:Dental FillingsAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
7919, Flatlands Avenue, Canarsie, Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
Closed · Opens today at 9:30 AM
Brooklyn profile documents Dental Fillings alongside Affordable Dental Care and Tooth Decay Treatment within a 13-service catalog.
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<p>Flatlands Family Dental sits on Flatlands Avenue in the Canarsie section of southeast Brooklyn, in the same kind of family-dentist storefront the neighborhood has had for generations. The patient mix runs heavy on multi-generational households where the kids and the grandparents both come in, and the practice is set up around that — broad general dentistry rather than narrow specialty work, with the same dentist seeing patients across years and life stages.</p>
<p>Cavity work uses tooth-colored composite materials by default, with the team handling single-surface fillings, multi-surface restorations, and the call between filling and crown when a tooth's been compromised by larger decay. Beyond fillings, services cover cleanings and exams, root canal treatment for teeth where decay has reached the nerve, crowns and bridges for structural work, basic extractions, gum-disease screening, and emergency visits when a tooth flares up unexpectedly. The team will <strong>walk you through the X-rays before any treatment</strong> so you can see the cavity or fracture and understand why the recommendation is what it is.</p>
<blockquote>If you're new to Canarsie and looking for a dental practice that doesn't feel like a chain — one that knows your name in three years rather than rotating you through a roster — this is closer to that older neighborhood-dentist model.</blockquote>
<p>Patients searching for family dentist in Brooklyn, dentist accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY, or routine dental care in Brooklyn often gravitate toward smaller independent practices like this one when continuity matters more than volume. Plan on a comprehensive new-patient exam first — full X-rays, periodontal screening, treatment-plan review — before booking any restorative work. For Canarsie, Flatlands, and East Flatbush families weighing where to anchor regular dental care across generations, this Flatlands Avenue practice is a sensible first appointment and the kind of place that tends to keep patients across decades rather than across single visits. Six-month recall scheduling is the strongest predictor of which patients catch problems early, and most practices will book the next visit before you leave the current one if you ask while you're checking out.</p>
Services:Dental FillingsAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
2f, 502, 39th Street, Sunset Park, Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York
Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM
Dental Fillings anchors this Brooklyn clinic's profile, alongside Affordable Dental Care and Tooth Decay Treatment across 13 services.
More about dental fillings at this clinicHide
Beyond fillings, services include cleanings and exams, root canals for cases where decay has reached the pulp, crowns and bridges, extractions, gum-disease treatment, and emergency dental visits. For patients who grind their teeth or notice signs of nighttime clenching, flagging it at the new-patient exam matters more than most realize, since wear patterns affect filling material choices and crown planning over time.</p>
Services:Dental FillingsAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.
How to Choose a Dentist in Brooklyn
Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.
If you want routine or family care
Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.
If urgency matters
Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.
If affordability matters most
Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.
Questions to ask before booking
Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
Are you taking new patients right now?
Do you handle my treatment in-house?
What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
Frequently Asked Questions
20 questions answered by our editorial team
A composite (tooth-colored) filling costs $150 – $300 for a single surface and $200 – $500 for multiple surfaces in Brooklyn. With insurance, your out-of-pocket cost is typically $30 – $100.
Modern fillings are virtually painless. Your dentist applies topical numbing gel before injecting local anesthesia. You feel pressure but not pain during the procedure. The numbness wears off in 2–4 hours.
A single filling takes 20–40 minutes. Multiple fillings can often be done in the same appointment. Your Brooklyn dentist may schedule 60–90 minutes if 3–4 fillings are needed.
Composite (tooth-colored resin) is the standard in Brooklyn. Porcelain inlays and onlays are used for larger cavities. Amalgam (silver) fillings are still available but rarely placed by modern Brooklyn practices. Gold fillings are rare and custom-ordered.
Composite fillings last 5–10 years with good oral hygiene. Larger fillings and those on biting surfaces of molars may need replacement sooner. Porcelain inlays last 10–15+ years.
Replacement is recommended when amalgam fillings are cracked, leaking, or showing decay underneath. Cosmetic replacement with tooth-colored composite costs $200 – $500 per filling. If the filling is intact and functioning, replacement is optional.
Composite fillings harden immediately under the curing light, so you can eat as soon as the numbness wears off (2–4 hours). Avoid biting on the numb side to prevent accidentally biting your cheek or tongue.
A filling repairs a small to moderate cavity by bonding material directly into the tooth. A crown covers the entire tooth and is needed when too much tooth structure is lost for a filling to provide adequate support.
Yes — fillings can fail due to decay underneath, biting forces, or adhesive breakdown over time. If a filling falls out, call your Brooklyn dentist promptly. Keep the area clean and avoid chewing on that side until it is replaced.
Inlays and onlays are custom-made porcelain or composite restorations for cavities too large for a filling but not large enough for a crown. They cost $600 – $1,400 and last 10–15+ years. CEREC technology allows same-day fabrication.
Most dental insurance covers composite fillings at 80% after your deductible. Some plans downgrade coverage to the amalgam fee, paying the difference. A filling covered at 80% on a $250 fee leaves you paying about $50.
Once a cavity has broken through the enamel surface, it cannot heal and will only grow larger. Very early demineralization (white spots) can sometimes be remineralized with fluoride treatment, but actual cavities require fillings.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, limit sugary and acidic foods, get dental sealants on molars, and see your Brooklyn dentist every 6 months for cleanings and exams. Fluoride treatments add extra protection.
CEREC uses in-office 3D scanning and milling to create custom porcelain inlays/onlays in a single visit — no impressions, no temporary filling, no second appointment. Several Brooklyn practices offer this technology.
Mild sensitivity to hot, cold, or pressure is normal for 1–2 weeks after a filling. If sensitivity persists beyond 2 weeks or is severe, contact your dentist — the bite may need adjustment or the cavity may have been close to the nerve.
Yes. If cavities are in the same quadrant (same side), multiple fillings are commonly done in one appointment. Filling cavities on both sides may require separate visits to avoid numbness on both sides simultaneously.
Composite fillings are made of a mixture of glass or quartz particles in a resin matrix. They are cured (hardened) with a blue UV light. Modern composites are durable, stain-resistant, and BPA-free options are available.
Small cavities often have no symptoms. Your Brooklyn dentist detects them on X-rays and visual examination during routine checkups. Larger cavities may cause sensitivity, visible holes, or pain. Regular 6-month checkups catch cavities early when fillings are smaller and cheaper.
Community health centers in Flatbush, Bushwick, and East New York offer fillings from $100 – $200. Medicaid covers fillings at no cost. Our Top 10 list includes both affordable and premium filling providers.
Call your Brooklyn dentist to schedule a replacement. A cracked filling allows bacteria underneath, leading to further decay. In the meantime, keep the area clean and avoid chewing on that side.
