Top 10 Tooth Filling in Buffalo New York

Top 10 Tooth Filling in Buffalo New York

Compare Buffalo-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 6, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Inspire Dental Group of Amherst Affiliated with The Smilist Dental is the strongest overall starting point in Buffalo if you want a dependable option for orthodontics.
  • Inspire Dental Group of Buffalo Affiliated with The Smilist Dental has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Western New York Dental Group is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.
  • ACE dental is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

95.9

Dental Fillings Costs in Buffalo, New York (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Dental exam + cavity detection$75 – $250
Dental X-rays (bitewings)$25 – $150
Composite filling (1 surface)$171 – $259
Composite filling (2+ surfaces)$259 – $439
Silver diamine fluoride application (per tooth)$25 – $100
Dental crown (porcelain, after large decay)$1,000 – $1,800
Pulp cap (direct or indirect)$75 – $300
Root canal (if decay reaches nerve)$700 – $1,500
Dental sealant (preventive, per tooth)$30 – $75
Fluoride varnish treatment$25 – $75

Prices sourced from Aspen Dental (aspendental.com), CareCredit (carecredit.com), GoodRx (goodrx.com), Cigna Healthcare (cigna.com), Humana (humana.com), Tadros Dental (tadrosdental.com), and Real Dental Costs New York guide (realdentalcosts.com). Ranges reflect Buffalo, New York regional pricing as of 2026 in USD. New York has a higher cost-of-living index (123.3) compared to the national average, which may increase local prices. Procedures such as silver diamine fluoride, pulp caps, sealants, and fluoride varnish were not explicitly priced in the search results for Buffalo; estimates are based on New York regional and national averages. Actual costs may vary based on dentist, insurance coverage, cavity severity, and tooth location. Patients with dental insurance may pay significantly less out of pocket. Financing options such as CareCredit may be available.

Prices verified Aug 6, 2026

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Top Clinics in Buffalo Proper

Only clinics physically located in Buffalo appear in this primary ranking.

96Smyleee

4330, Maple Road, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 7:30 AM

Documented for orthodontics in Buffalo, with dental fillings on the service list and 10 procedures on file.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

Routine general dentistry is the bulk of the schedule, with composite fillings as one of the most common procedures. The team handles single-surface and multi-surface restorations, replacement fillings, and the diagnostic call on whether a tooth's decay is contained enough for a filling versus deep enough to need a crown or root canal. Beyond fillings, services cover cleanings, exams, extractions, root canal treatment, basic orthodontic plans, and cosmetic work. Patients searching for tooth filling in Buffalo, same-day cavity filling in Buffalo, or small cavity filling cost in Buffalo who live north of the city often weigh chain practices for the convenience and insurance breadth.

Services:Dental FillingsBracesDental CrownsGeneral Dentistry+6 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 96/1004.8★ · 2.5k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.8★ Google rating across 2,466 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 96/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 96/100 · 4.8★ · 2.5k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 15, 2026
93Smyleee

199, Delaware Avenue, Downtown, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Orthodontics focus in Buffalo, with dental fillings listed among 13 documented services.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

The day-to-day work is heavily weighted toward routine general dentistry — cleanings, exams, and tooth-colored composite fillings for cavities caught at routine checkups. The team handles single-surface and multi-surface fillings, and they'll often make the call between repair-it-now-with-a-filling versus monitor-and-revisit based on cavity depth and your overall risk pattern. Beyond fillings, the menu spans crowns, root canal treatment, extractions, basic orthodontic options, and cosmetic services like whitening and veneers, all delivered under the same roof. If you've been told a cavity needs filling at one practice and you're not sure whether to act, a second opinion here gives you a treatment plan you can compare against the first. People searching for dentist for tooth fillings in Buffalo, NY, amalgam vs composite filling in Buffalo, or small cavity filling cost in Buffalo are usually weighing where to set up regular care. If you've been postponing a filling because the logistics of getting to a dentist felt difficult, a downtown location like this one removes most of the friction.

Services:Dental FillingsBracesDental CleaningDental Crowns+9 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 93/1004.8★ · 1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.8★ Google rating across 1,043 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.8★ · 1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documented13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 15, 2026
3

Winning Smiles - Buffalo

4.7(954)·2.5 km from Buffalo Downtown
89Smyleee

205, Linwood Avenue, Bryant, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Buffalo clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — Dental Fillings is on file among 8 procedures.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

The team handles single-surface and multi-surface fillings, replacement fillings when an old one fails, and front-tooth composite work where the cosmetic result matters as much as the structural repair. Beyond fillings, services cover cleanings, exams, extractions, basic crowns, and pediatric visits for the families who bring kids in alongside their own appointments. Patients searching for small cavity filling cost in Buffalo, affordable dental fillings in Buffalo, or tooth filling in Buffalo who want a measured approach often land at practices like this one.

Services:Dental FillingsChildren / Pediatric DentistryDental CrownsEmergency Dentistry+4 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 89/1004.7★ · 954 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.7★ Google rating across 954 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 89/100 · 4.7★ · 954 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 15, 2026
4

Smile Center Buffalo, NY

4.7(768)·11 km from Buffalo Downtown
88Smyleee

4427, Union Road, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Sedation Dentistry is the documented focus in Buffalo; Dental Fillings sits within 9 services on profile.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

The practice handles the mix you'd expect for that catchment — routine cleanings, fillings, kids' check-ups, and the occasional broken-tooth visit — without trying to be everything to everyone. Filling-related visits make up a large share of the day-to-day schedule. Most are tooth-colored composite restorations for cavities caught at six-month exams, ranging from small occlusal fillings to multi-surface work on back molars. Beyond fillings, the practice covers cleanings, exams, extractions, and basic restorative crowns. Patients searching for white filling for front tooth in Buffalo, dentist for tooth fillings in Buffalo, NY, or amalgam vs composite filling in Buffalo are typically weighing both the work and the choice of material.

Services:Dental FillingsDental CrownsDenturesEmergency Dentistry+5 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 88/1004.7★ · 768 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.7★ Google rating across 768 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.7★ · 768 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 11, 2026
5

Nickel City Dentistry

4.9(449)·7.2 km from Buffalo Downtown
91Smyleee

1603, Hertel Avenue, Central Park, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Profile in Buffalo flags dental crowns; lists Dental Fillings alongside 10 other documented services.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

Cavity work here is mostly routine — composite fillings for caries caught at six-month checkups, occasional larger restorations when something's been put off too long, and the bread-and-butter of general dentistry. The team uses tooth-colored composite as the default and amalgam only when a patient specifically requests it. Patients searching for affordable dental fillings in Buffalo, tooth filling in Buffalo, or cavity filling near me in Buffalo tend to want a regular practice rather than one-time emergency care.

Services:Dental FillingsDental CrownsDenturesEmergency Dentistry+7 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 91/1004.9★ · 449 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.9★ Google rating across 449 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 91/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 91/100 · 4.9★ · 449 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website11 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 11, 2026
6

ACE dental

4.5(1k)·12 km from Buffalo Downtown
86Smyleee

3302, Sheridan Drive, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Buffalo practice known for root canal treatment, with Dental Fillings among 12 documented procedures.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

Most cavity work here lands on tooth-colored composite — the default unless a specific tooth's location and chewing load argue for something else. The team handles small single-surface fillings, multi-surface restorations, and the borderline calls between filling and crown. They're also comfortable saying "this one's not deep enough to need a filling yet, let's recheck in six months" when that's the honest answer, which sounds simple but isn't always the default at busier practices. Beyond fillings, the menu includes cleanings, exams, extractions, basic crowns, and root canal referrals when needed. If you've been told a tooth needs a filling and you want a second look before booking, an exam here gives you a fresh diagnostic without the pressure to commit. People searching for tooth-colored fillings in Buffalo, NY, composite filling cost in Buffalo, or same-day cavity filling in Buffalo who live in the northern suburbs often end up at independent practices like this one.

Services:Dental FillingsDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Implants+8 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 86/1004.5★ · 1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.5★ Google rating across 1,036 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.5★ · 1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website12 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 15, 2026
7

Dr MGK

5.0(292)·8.9 km from Buffalo Downtown
86Smyleee

3435, Main Street, University Heights, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 10 AM

Documented for dentures in Buffalo, with dental fillings on the service list and 5 procedures on file.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

If you've been looking for a no-frills practice for a single filling rather than committing to a full chain or institutional clinic, a smaller solo or small-group practice like this is the alternative path. Cavity treatment follows the standard general-dentistry pattern — diagnostic exam, X-ray review, conservative decay removal, and tooth-colored composite restoration for most cases. The team handles single-surface fillings, multi-surface restorations, and the kind of routine work that makes up the bulk of any general practice. Beyond fillings, services include cleanings, exams, and basic restorative work.

Services:Dental FillingsDenturesEmergency DentistryTooth Decay Treatment+1 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 86/1005.0★ · 292 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 5.0★ Google rating across 292 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 86/100 · 5.0★ · 292 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone number5 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 11, 2026
8

Kenmore Quality Care Dentistry

4.6(442)·8.3 km from Buffalo Downtown
86Smyleee

956, Kenmore Avenue, North Park, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Dental Crowns focus in Buffalo, with dental fillings listed among 10 documented services.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

Cavity work here is mostly tooth-colored composite restorations for cases caught at six-month exams, ranging from small early-stage fillings to bigger multi-surface restorations on molars. The team handles new fillings and replacements when an old restoration has failed. They'll also be direct about whether a small lesion needs filling now or can be safely watched at the next recall visit — a conservative approach that keeps the patient in fewer appointments and avoids drilling on borderline cases. Patients searching for cavity filling near me in Buffalo, dentist for tooth fillings in Buffalo, NY, or affordable dental fillings in Buffalo who want continuity over chain efficiency often end up at smaller practices like this one.

Services:Dental FillingsDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+6 more
Offers Dental FillingsSmyleee 86/1004.6★ · 442 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings, 4.6★ Google rating across 442 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.6★ · 442 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 11, 2026
9

Aspire Family Dental

4.0(273)·6.8 km from Buffalo Downtown
73Smyleee

476, Hertel Avenue, Military, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Buffalo clinic with a cosmetic dentistry specialty — Dental Fillings is on file among 15 procedures.

Read full description

Aspire Family Dental is a general-dentistry practice on Hertel Avenue in the Military neighborhood of north Buffalo, set up around long-term family relationships rather than transactional one-off visits. The office handles routine and restorative care in-house — cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, root canals, basic extractions, and gum care — so most patients can stay with one dental home from their kids' first checkups through their adult restorative years.

Patients searching for a family dentist in Buffalo, family dental practice in Buffalo, or routine dental care in Buffalo can find a complete generalist program here, including tooth-colored fillings, crowns and bridges, root canal therapy, basic extractions, and gum-disease treatment. The team covers cleanings and preventive exams for kids and adults on the same family schedule, plus cosmetic touch-ups like teeth whitening when patients want a small aesthetic step alongside their regular check-ups.

If you live in north Buffalo near Hertel Avenue, in the Military or Parkside neighborhoods, or in the broader north Buffalo residential corridor, this is a sensible Hertel Avenue starting point for the household.

Pricing here lands in the standard range for an established north Buffalo general practice — most major insurance plans are accepted, treatment estimates are walked through up front, and dental emergencies for established patients are typically handled in-house rather than referred to specialty offices. For north Buffalo families looking for a long-term dental home, this practice belongs on the shortlist alongside other established Hertel Avenue and Parkside-area generalists. Office hours typically include early-morning and end-of-day appointment slots that fit working family schedules, and new-patient intake usually fits into a first-cleaning visit within a couple of weeks. New-patient intake typically fits into a first-cleaning slot within a couple of weeks, and the office handles coordinated household scheduling so multiple family members can stack their visits on the same trip rather than scattering across the week. New patients can usually be fit into a first-cleaning visit within a couple of weeks rather than long backlogs, and the office is set up for direct insurance billing rather than reimbursement-only paperwork.

Services:Dental FillingsAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+11 more
Offers Dental Fillings
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings and 273 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
10

Western New York Dental Group

4.3(114)·6.7 km from Buffalo Downtown
77Smyleee

300, 2290, Delaware Avenue, North Delaware, Buffalo, New York

Closed · Opens today at 7:30 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Buffalo; Dental Fillings sits within 8 services on profile.

More about dental fillings at this clinic

Restorative dental services available at the practice include dental fillings, dental implants, and treatment for tooth decay.

Services:Dental FillingsCosmetic DentistryDental ImplantsEmergency Dentistry+4 more
Offers Dental Fillings
Why this ranks
Best forDental Fillings
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Fillings and 114 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Dental Fillings
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 6, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every dental fillings provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Dental Fillings
1Inspire Dental Group of Amherst Affiliated with The Smilist Dental964.8(2,466)
2Inspire Dental Group of Buffalo Affiliated with The Smilist Dental934.8(1,043)
3Winning Smiles - Buffalo894.7(954)
4Smile Center Buffalo, NY884.7(768)
5Nickel City Dentistry914.9(449)
6ACE dental864.5(1,036)
7Dr MGK865.0(292)
8Kenmore Quality Care Dentistry864.6(442)
9Aspire Family Dental734.0(273)
10Western New York Dental Group774.3(114)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

Other Top Dental Fillings Clinics in Buffalo Ny

9 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.

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#11Ellen C. Lippa, DDSBuffalo78.84.9★51View →
#12Allentown Dental BuffaloBuffalo79.04.3★35View →
#13TrueSmiles DentalBuffalo72.23.8★126View →
#14Western New York Dental Group Buffalo Main StBuffalo75.24.2★89View →
#15UB School of Dental Medicine / UB DentalBuffalo67.93.0★120View →
#16Jericho Road Family DentalBuffalo58.92.5★11View →
#17Just 4 Me Pediatric DentistryBuffalo89.04.8★328View →
#18Buffalo Oral Surgery Specialists, PLLCBuffalo86.04.5★454View →
#19Niagara Family Dental P.C.Buffalo68.35.0★4View →

How to Choose a Dentist in Buffalo Ny

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?
EditorialUpdated August 6, 2026Independently reviewed

Dental fillings in Buffalo serve a patient population whose caries burden reflects the economic and demographic character of a post-industrial recovery city. The higher-than-average poverty rates in Buffalo's East Side and lower West Side communities, the dietary patterns of the working-class Polish-American and Puerto Rican households who are the primary communities in these areas, and the deferred restorative care that accumulates in households navigating New York's Medicaid enrollment transitions create the multi-lesion caries presentation that the Buffalo restorative dental practice encounters more frequently than the suburban Amherst or Williamsville practice in Erie County's more affluent northern communities. UB School of Dental Medicine's restorative clinic provides reduced-fee composite restoration access for patients who qualify for the training program and can accommodate the training clinic appointment format.

Smyleee evaluated Buffalo dental filling providers on composite material quality and preparation technique, New York Medicaid billing for covered restorative services, UB dental school patient program network connectivity, Spanish-language team for the Puerto Rican West Side community, geographic distribution within the city's East Side and West Side communities as well as suburban Erie County, and restorative outcome consistency. These ten Buffalo practices are the dental filling providers the data confirmed as most reliably delivering quality composite restorations with the Medicaid billing capability and geographic accessibility that Western New York's working-class patient communities need.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Buffalo, a composite filling typically costs $171 – $259, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A root canal (if decay reaches nerve) in Buffalo typically ranges $700 – $1,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental crown (porcelain, after large decay) in Buffalo typically ranges $1,000 – $1,800 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental exam + cavity detection in Buffalo typically ranges $75 – $250 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Buffalo dental fillings clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers dental fillings before booking.
Many clinics in Buffalo accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active New York dental license confirmed.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews with strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in Buffalo.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs and insurance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Tooth Filling expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 6, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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