A composite (tooth-colored) filling averages $200 without insurance, in a typical range of $100-$400 depending on surfaces and location, per our audited 2026 cost index. With the typical discounted member prices we track, the same filling runs about $80-$160.
| Item | Typical retail | National average | Typical with plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite filling, 1 surface | $100-$400 | $200 | $80-$160 |
Retail figures come from our accuracy-audited 2026 cost index (sources cited there). The Careington published member price for a composite filling is $95-$145 per our fee schedule breakdown.
A small filling costs a few hundred dollars. Left alone, decay reaches the nerve and becomes a root canal plus crown, roughly $1,400-$2,500 combined at national averages. Filling early is the cheapest dentistry you will ever buy.
About $200 average for a composite filling, in a $100-$400 range, per our audited 2026 cost index.
Typically $80-$160. The Careington published member price for a composite filling is $95-$145.
Surfaces treated, tooth position, material, and local overhead all move the number.