About tooth-colored fillings
We repair cavities, chips and worn areas with composite resin bonded directly to your tooth. Composite needs less drilling than old metal fillings and blends in so well that most people can't tell it's there.
Who it's for
- Cavities found at your check-up
- Chipped or worn areas of teeth
- Replacing old metal fillings that are cracked or leaking
- Anyone who wants a filling that blends in
Benefits
- Blends in so well most people can't tell it's there
- Less drilling than old metal fillings
- Bonded to the tooth for extra support
- Fully set before you leave
What's included
- Numbing, with nitrous oxide available
- Decay removed and the tooth cleaned
- Shade-matched composite applied in layers and light-cured
- Bite check, shaping and polish
What to expect
After numbing, we remove the decay, shade-match the composite, and build it up in thin layers that are hardened with a blue light. The final step is shaping and polishing so your bite feels natural.
- Treatment time
- 30–60 min
- Number of visits
- 1 visit of 30–60 minutes
Step by step
- 01
Numbing (with nitrous oxide available)
- 02
Decay removed and tooth cleaned
- 03
Composite applied in layers and light-cured
- 04
Bite checked and polished
Recovery & aftercare
You can eat as soon as the numbness wears off (usually 1–3 hours). Composite is fully set before you leave. Some cold sensitivity for a few days is normal.
- Recovery
- Eat once numbness wears off (1–3 hours)
Aftercare tips
- Eat once the numbness wears off, usually 1–3 hours
- Some cold sensitivity for a few days is normal
- Call us if your bite feels high after the numbness has gone
- Cut down on sugary snacks and drinks between meals to prevent new decay
Possible side effects
- Cold sensitivity for a few days is common.
- Very deep cavities can occasionally lead to nerve inflammation that needs root canal treatment.
- Large fillings can wear or chip over time and may later need a crown.
Your dentist explains the risks that apply to you before any treatment. Questions afterwards? Call +1 (555) 017-3300; after hours, press 2 for the on-call dentist.
Price, financing & insurance
Price
from $180
$180 (1 surface) – $320 (4+ surfaces). Standard self-pay fees; you'll get a written estimate before any treatment.
- Tooth-colored filling
- $180 – $320
Insurance coverage
Fillings, root canals, gum treatment · typical PPO coverage: preventive 100%, basic 80%, major 50%
PPO plans typically cover fillings at 80% as basic treatment. Members save 15–20%.
Check your plan's coverage0% financing. We offer 0% financing for 12 months on treatment over $1,000, subject to credit approval. This treatment is under $1,000 on its own, but it qualifies when your overall treatment plan comes to more than $1,000. Longer plans of 24–60 months are available at fixed rates from 7.9% APR. The application takes about 2 minutes and uses a soft credit check that won't affect your credit score.
Membership plans. Members without insurance save 15% (Essential plan, $29/month) or 20% (Plus plan, $39/month, and Family plan, $99/month for up to 4 people) on treatment fees.
How insurance billing works. We check your benefits before your visit and give you a written estimate before any treatment. You pay your estimated portion at the visit and we file the claim with your insurer. If your plan pays more or less than estimated, we refund or bill the difference within 30 days. We're in-network with 10 PPO plans (BlueHarbor Dental PPO, Summit Dental PPO, Meridian Care PPO, Northstar Smile PPO, Clearwater Dental PPO, Keystone Benefits PPO, Pacific Crest Dental PPO, Lone Oak Employers PPO, Unity Mutual Dental PPO and Evergreen Dental Select PPO) and accept most other PPO plans out-of-network. We don't accept HMO / DHMO dental plans and Medicaid and CHIP dental plans.
How we keep it precise and calm
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Digital X-rays
Up to 80% less radiation than traditional film, with images on screen in seconds.
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Comfort menu
Noise-cancelling headphones, ceiling screens, weighted blankets, warm neck pillows and lip balm.
Sedation options. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas, $75) takes the edge off and wears off within minutes, so you can drive yourself home. Oral sedation ($250) is a prescribed tablet for longer visits or significant anxiety; you'll need someone to drive you home. We don't offer IV sedation in-house, but can refer you if needed. Our free comfort menu includes noise-cancelling headphones, ceiling screens, weighted blankets, warm neck pillows and lip balm.
Who performs it
At Haven Dental Studio, tooth-colored fillings (treatment HD-T08) is provided by Dr. Elena Ruiz (Founder & Lead Dentist), Dr. Daniel Chen (Implant & Restorative Dentist) and Dr. Marcus Bennett (Clear Aligners & Sedation Dentistry).
Dr. Elena Ruiz
Founder & Lead Dentist
Dr. Daniel Chen
Implant & Restorative Dentist
Dr. Marcus Bennett
Clear Aligners & Sedation Dentistry
Tooth-colored fillings: your questions
How much does a tooth-colored filling cost?
$180 for a one-surface filling up to $320 for four or more surfaces. PPO plans typically cover fillings at 80%, and members save 15–20%.
How long does a filling take?
Usually 30–60 minutes, depending on the size and number of fillings.
When can I eat after a filling?
As soon as the numbness wears off, usually 1–3 hours. The composite is fully set before you leave.
Can you replace my old metal fillings?
Yes, if they are cracked, leaking or have decay around them. We'll show you on your X-rays and photos and explain whether replacement is needed.
Before your visit
Payment methods
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, HSA and FSA cards, and cash. We don't accept personal checks. Payment is due at the time of service.
Cancellation policy
Please give us at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice and missed appointments incur a $50 fee. We send reminders by text and email 48 hours and 2 hours before your appointment.
New patients
Comprehensive exam with your dentist, full digital X-rays, a standard cleaning and an oral cancer screening (a $394 value at our standard fees). For self-pay new patients aged 14 and over. Not combinable with insurance or membership plans.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–3pm. Closed on Sundays. 240 Lakeview Avenue, Suite 3, Austin, TX 78701. Call +1 (555) 017-3300 or email hello@havendental.demo.
This page is general information about tooth-colored fillings and is not a substitute for an in-person examination. Your dentist will recommend what's right for you. Prices are our standard self-pay fees in US dollars.