Atlanta median pricing for tooth filling in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $350 · +5% vs national
Representative imageA tooth filling in Atlanta has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical Atlanta range (per filling) |
|---|---|
| Composite filling (1–2 surfaces) | $150 – $300 |
| Composite filling (3+ surfaces) | $250 – $550 |
| Amalgam (silver) filling | $100 – $250 |
| Exam | $50 – $150 |
| Bitewing X-rays | $50 – $150 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs Atlanta avg |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhead | $200 – $650 | +22% vs Atlanta average |
| Midtown | $150 – $650 | +15% vs Atlanta average |
| Virginia-Highland | $150 – $600 | +10% vs Atlanta average |
| West End | $150 – $500 | -5% vs Atlanta average |
| East Atlanta | $150 – $500 | -8% vs Atlanta average |
| South Atlanta | $150 – $500 | -12% vs Atlanta average |
Representative imageGeorgia Medicaid provides emergency extractions and limited dental care for adults; children have full dental benefits through PeachCare for Kids. PPO plans (Delta Dental of Georgia, BCBS of Georgia, Cigna) cover 20–50% after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit and CareCredit are the most common third-party dental financing options accepted by Atlanta clinics.
Composite fillings typically last 7–10 years. Amalgam (silver) fillings can last 10–15 years but are less commonly used today.
PPO plans usually cover basic fillings at 70–80% after the deductible. Composite fillings on back teeth may be billed at the amalgam rate by some insurers.
East Atlanta and South Atlanta typically run 12% below the Atlanta metro average for tooth filling. These areas have lower commercial rents, which clinics pass on in fees.
Find nearby dental clinics, confirm any consultation fee, and ask for an itemized estimate. Bring your insurance details and the questions above.
