Chicago median pricing for tooth filling in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $350 · +12% vs national
Representative imageA tooth filling in Chicago has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical Chicago range (per filling) |
|---|---|
| Composite filling (1–2 surfaces) | $150 – $350 |
| Composite filling (3+ surfaces) | $300 – $550 |
| Amalgam (silver) filling | $100 – $300 |
| Exam | $50 – $150 |
| Bitewing X-rays | $50 – $150 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs Chicago avg |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | $200 – $700 | +28% vs Chicago average |
| Lincoln Park | $200 – $650 | +18% vs Chicago average |
| River North | $150 – $650 | +14% vs Chicago average |
| Wicker Park | $150 – $550 | -1% vs Chicago average |
| Logan Square | $150 – $500 | -6% vs Chicago average |
| Hyde Park | $150 – $500 | -9% vs Chicago average |
Representative imageIllinois Medicaid restored adult dental coverage in 2020 with provider-network limits. PPO plans (Delta Dental of Illinois, BCBSIL, Cigna) cover 10–50% depending on the procedure after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit and CareCredit are the most common third-party dental financing options accepted by Chicago 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.
Hyde Park and Logan Square typically run 9–10% below the Chicago 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.
