Amalgam Filling

Whether it is an amalgam filling, composite resin filling, or glass ionomer filling, the cost of any of these Dental Fillings are similar and will depend on the location of the tooth (anterior, bicuspid or molar), as well as the size of the filling, which is translated as the number of “surfaces” involved.  Imagine each tooth as a 5 surface box. Each “surface” that gets incorporated will dictate the size (and overall cost) of the tooth filling. Therefore, the cost of a filling can range between $200-460. The codes relevant to dental fillings in the Ontario Dental Association’s Suggested Fee Guide appear as follows:

Permanent Anteriors:

• 23111 – One surface: $200
• 23112 – Two surfaces: $250
• 23113 – Three surfaces: $300
• 23114 – Four surfaces: $370
• 23115 – Five surfaces (maximum surfaces per tooth): $390

Permanent Bicuspids:

• 23311 – One surface: $220
• 23312 – Two surfaces: $275
• 23313 – Three surfaces: $330
• 23314 – Four surfaces: $400
• 23315 – Five surfaces or maximum surfaces per tooth: $420

Permanent Molars:

• 23321 – One surface: $240
• 23322 – Two surfaces: $300
• 23323 – Three surfaces: $360
• 23324 – Four surfaces: $440
• 23325 – Five surfaces or maximum surfaces per tooth: $460

Dental Fillings are considered a basic service under all dental insurance plans and should be covered to your maximum insurable limit, but be sure to find out from your dental insurance plan provider how much you are eligible for before going ahead with dental treatment. Our fees are consistent with the ODA Fee Guide.