Does the filling fee include anaesthesia and all clinical materials?

Yes. Local anaesthesia, all clinical materials used during the filling procedure, and the curing light used to harden composite resin are included in the quoted fee. There are no separate itemised charges for consumables. For very small or superficial cavities, anaesthesia may not be clinically necessary, the dentist discusses this before starting.

Dental Filling Cost in India | Tooth Filling Price

What does a dental filling cost in India?

Dental filling cost at Clove Dental ranges from ₹850–₹2,450 depending on the cavity size, tooth location, and filling material. The complete fee is confirmed before treatment begins, Clove Dental's no-hidden-charges policy applies to every filling procedure across all clinics.

What filling material does Clove Dental use as standard?

Clove Dental uses tooth-coloured composite resin as its default filling material. It bonds directly to tooth structure, requires less healthy tooth removal than amalgam, partially restores structural integrity, and is aesthetically invisible. Silver amalgam is available on specific patient request. For large restorations on posterior teeth, a ceramic inlay may be recommended for superior fit, durability, and long-term performance.

Why does treating a cavity early save significantly on cost?

A small cavity treated today costs ₹850–₹2,450. Left untreated, decay advances into the pulp, requiring root canal treatment (₹4,600–₹10,500) and a dental crown, a total cost many times higher. A 6-monthly check-up at Clove Dental with digital X-rays catches cavities at the ₹850 stage consistently, making regular preventive visits one of the most financially sound dental habits.

How long does a composite filling last relative to its cost?

With good oral hygiene and 6-monthly check-ups, composite fillings last 7–10 years. The per-year cost of a well-placed filling is very low, often ₹100–₹200 per year. Clove Dental monitors all existing restorations at every check-up appointment, enabling early detection of filling degradation before secondary decay develops beneath, maximising the functional lifespan of each restoration.

Is a composite filling as strong as a silver amalgam filling?

Composite is not as hard as amalgam in pure compressive terms. However, its bond to tooth structure means less healthy tooth is sacrificed during preparation, the tooth retains more natural strength, and the restoration is less likely to cause microfractures over time. For most cavity sizes and locations, composite performs comparably to amalgam in clinical longevity. For very large posterior restorations, a ceramic inlay offers superior durability to both.

Can a cavity be treated in one appointment?

Yes. Composite and glass ionomer fillings are completed in a single 30–45 minute appointment. The dentist cleans the cavity, applies composite in layers with incremental light curing, shapes the restoration to match the natural tooth contour, and checks your bite, all in one visit. Only indirect ceramic inlays (for very large restorations) require a second appointment due to laboratory fabrication.

What happens to cost if I need multiple fillings at once?

Multiple fillings can be performed in the same appointment where clinically practical, reducing the total number of visits required. Clove Dental's dentists prioritise efficiently so that patients requiring several restorations can address them in as few visits as possible. Each restoration is individually priced; there is no bulk discount, but the time efficiency of combined appointments reduces indirect costs like travel and time taken off work.

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KP SRIDHAR

The place was so neat and Dr. Divya Lakshmi has clearly explained us about the tooth problem and gave further guidance and procedures.

Satoru gojo

The Clinic was neat and clean. They followed all COVID-19 Protocal before treatment. Dr. Preetha was able to rectify my tooth sensitivity issue and she was patient enough to answer all my queries.

manoj ......

Best experience in clove dental Chandra layout branch . I had root canal , undergone cleaning and filling . First of all I would like thank Kavita ma'm for receiving each patient and maninting strict COVID 19 rules , supportive to all other dental doctors & also involved in root canal process . Ragavi ma'm : thanks for booking back to back timelines and helping me to match my travel dates. Very good in explaining the procedures and customer supportive in terms billing process and also did first stage of root canal process . Over all its best experience .

Aanchal Saxena

Very easily Reachable dental clinic. I visited during covid times and it was well sanitized. Doctors were highly skilled and very polite. All the medical advice were given in person an on call as well. It is a bit costly. The charges i feel are high, for horizontal wisdom teeth extraction the charges are ₹5990 but treatment is satisfactory.

juhi lakhwani

I went on 30 th July 23 for my molar extraction. My appointment was booked by Dr Priyanka , she was very much convincing and polite while explaining the details. But My surgery was handled by Dr Jyoti. Who was patient with me till my tooth got out . And then she was rushing everything like anything. Recently again I had my molar

Jovito Fernandes

My case for Orthodontic treatment was transferred here when I moved. It was a seamless transition and the quality service of Clove Dental continued. First Dr. Amir and then Dr. Vaibhavi gave excellent care to resume and complete my treatment. I am also very Thankful to Dr. Priyanka, who takes almost mother like care when performing procedures (I had couple of cavity fillings done), which makes even the most uncomfortable procedure, bearable. My experience with Clove Dental has been excellent. First in Bangalore and now in Pune. It’s a premium quality dental care service!

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