Dallas median pricing for tooth filling in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $350 · +3% vs national
Representative imageA tooth filling in Dallas has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical Dallas range (per filling) |
|---|---|
| Composite filling (1–2 surfaces) | $150 – $300 |
| Composite filling (3+ surfaces) | $250 – $500 |
| Amalgam (silver) filling | $100 – $250 |
| Exam | $50 – $100 |
| Bitewing X-rays | $50 – $150 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs Dallas avg |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Park | $200 – $650 | +28% vs Dallas average |
| Uptown | $200 – $600 | +18% vs Dallas average |
| Lakewood | $150 – $550 | +10% vs Dallas average |
| Deep Ellum | $150 – $550 | +5% vs Dallas average |
| Oak Cliff | $150 – $500 | -5% vs Dallas average |
| East Dallas | $150 – $450 | -10% vs Dallas average |
Representative imageTexas Medicaid adult dental is limited to emergency extractions and medically necessary oral surgery. PPO plans (Delta Dental, Humana, MetLife) cover 20–50% depending on the procedure after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit, CareCredit and LendingClub are commonly accepted by Dallas 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.
Oak Cliff and East Dallas typically run 10% below the Dallas 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.
