If there are cracks in the tooth, a replacement filling may be required. Depending on the severity of the crack, a crown, root canal or even extraction may be required.
Same goes with if the seal between the filling and the tooth has broken down. Depending on the severity of the crack, a crown, root canal or even extraction may be required.
Any clues that there may be a problem in your mouth, please let us know. Sensitivity to cold or hot and pain are important clues.
As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The earlier a problem is caught in regards to fillings that need replacing, the better. Having regular, scheduled checkups can help to avoid filling replacement from developing into a bigger, and possibly more expensive or more painful problem. The regular x-rays we take can discover issues that may not have been causing any discomfort to the patient, or visibility to the dentist. We do come across it in the office where a big problem could have been discovered much earlier and been much easier to take care of, for the patient too! Life gets busy, it is important to try to make your and your families’ dental health a priority.
What is the cost of a dental filling in Vancouver, BC
We did a recent blog post on this, because we get this question a lot.
There is a huge range in the price for fillings because it depends on the size of the filling, which tooth and what material is used. For example, white fillings cost more than silver fillings. This price difference may or may not be covered by dental insurance in molar teeth, in which case the patient can make up the difference if they choose to.
Here are the price ranges. Keep in mind that if you have dental insurance, they will cover part or all of the payment depending on your plan details.
Dental Filling Cost on Primary (Children’s) Teeth
Dental filling cost on primary teeth ranges from $107 – $309. (2019)
Dental Filling Cost on Adult Teeth
Dental filling cost on adults ranges from $123 – $418. (2019)
Silver Fillings compared to White Fillings
Silver fillings:
One of the safest, most durable and least expensive materials used to a fill a cavity.
White Fillings:
Advantages
- They will be the same colour as your teeth.
- Less costly than gold fillings.
- These are direct fillings, so they can be done in one appointment, in most cases.
Disadvantages
- These fillings can break more easily than amalgam or gold fillings, and may not last as long.
- These fillings cost more than silver fillings.
- Recurrent decay is more of a problem than with silver or gold fillings.
To recap, at Kits Family Dental in Vancouver, BC, a filling will range from $107 – $418. Kits Family Dental follows the BCDA’s suggested fee guide.
Book a Dental Appointment in Vancouver, BC today!
Give us a call or email to book your dental appointment in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC today! It’s a great idea to book your next appointment as you are leaving the office, that is a good method to use to stay on top of it.
