Are Tooth Fillings Painful?

Getting a tooth filling should not be painful. Your dentist numbs the area with local anesthetic before the procedure, so you won’t feel the drilling or filling placement. You may feel a brief pinch from the anesthetic injection and some pressure during the...

How Much Do Tooth Fillings Cost?

A tooth-colored composite filling typically costs $150 to $300 per tooth without insurance. Silver amalgam fillings run $100 to $200 per tooth. With dental insurance covering 50% to 80%, most patients pay $50 to $150 out of pocket. Your total depends on the filling...