At Summerbrook Dental, we believe every smile deserves to feel healthy and look its best. Tooth fillings are one of the most common treatments we provide, helping repair teeth that have been damaged by cavities or minor cracks. By restoring the shape and strength of your tooth, fillings protect your smile and prevent problems from getting worse.
Why You Might Need a Filling
When bacteria cause a cavity, the damaged part of the tooth must be removed and replaced with a strong material. Without treatment, the cavity can grow and lead to pain or infection. A tooth filling stops decay, restores function, and helps keep your tooth healthy for years to come.
Benefits of Tooth Fillings
- Stops decay – Prevents the cavity from spreading further.
- Restores strength – Helps you chew and bite comfortably.
- Blends naturally – Tooth-colored materials match your smile.
- Protects your smile – Avoids the need for more complex treatment later.
What to Expect During Treatment
A filling is a quick and simple procedure. First, the damaged part of the tooth is gently cleaned out. Then, a strong tooth-colored material is placed and shaped to restore your natural look. Most fillings can be done in a single visit, and patients find the process easy and comfortable.
At Summerbrook Dental, we make your comfort our priority. If you notice sensitivity, pain, or dark spots on your teeth, it may be time for a filling. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment and let us help protect your smile.
Tooth Filling FAQs
How much does a tooth filling cost in Fort Worth?
A simple filling generally runs $150–$300, with larger multi-surface fillings — and molars, which take more time and material — reaching $500. Tooth-colored composite costs more than silver amalgam but blends with your smile. We give clear pricing before treatment and offer third-party financing.
Is $200 for 4 fillings expensive?
No — that works out to roughly $50 per tooth, far below the typical $150–$300 per filling. Prices that low usually reflect a promotion, a multi-filling discount, lower-cost materials, or shorter appointment times. Low cost is not automatically bad, but a filling has to be shaped, bonded, and polished correctly to last. Many insurance plans also cover 70–80% of basic services like fillings.
Is a white filling better than a silver one?
For most cases, yes. White composite matches your tooth, bonds directly to it — so less drilling and more natural tooth is preserved — and expands and contracts less with temperature than amalgam, which can crack teeth over the years. Silver fillings remain very strong and are still the better option for some large cavities in back molars.
How long do fillings last?
Typically 5–15 years. Silver amalgam skews toward the 10–15 year end because it is very strong; tooth-colored composite usually runs 5–10 years and often longer with good care. Grinding, chewing ice or hard candy, and new decay forming around the edge are what shorten that. We check existing fillings and X-ray beneath them at every checkup — a failing filling left in place can lead to infection or a root canal.