R800–R1,500Typical price at Gauteng dentists · per tooth
Repairs a tooth damaged by decay or a small chip, usually with a tooth-coloured (composite) filling. Price is per tooth.
TimeUsually 30 to 60 minutes per tooth
Medical aidOften partly covered. Depends on your plan
AreasPretoria, Johannesburg & Gauteng
Tooth-coloured composite filling
Decay removed, tooth sealed
Usually done in one visit
Book tooth filling
We call you back to confirm a dentist near you
What's included
Local anaesthetic so the tooth is numb
Removal of the decayed or damaged part of the tooth
A tooth-coloured filling shaped to your bite
A bite check and polish
Who it's for
Small to medium cavities, a chipped tooth, or an old filling that has cracked or fallen out. Larger damage may need a crown instead.
What affects the price
How many surfaces of the tooth need filling
Composite (white) versus other materials
Whether an X-ray is needed first
How booking tooth filling works
From request to appointment, usually in one phone call.
Step 1Request a filling with the form
Step 2We call you back to confirm a practice and time
Step 3The dentist numbs the tooth, removes decay and places the filling
Step 4You can eat once the numbness wears off
Medical aid and payment
Fillings are usually paid from day-to-day or savings benefits, subject to your plan limits. The practice can check before treatment.
The price range above is a guide based on typical Gauteng fees. Your dentist confirms the exact cost, and what your medical aid pays, before treatment.
Tooth Filling: questions
How much does tooth filling cost in Gauteng?
Most Gauteng dentists charge about R800–R1,500 for tooth filling per tooth. Price depends on how many surfaces of the tooth need filling, composite (white) versus other materials. The dentist confirms the exact cost after examining you.
Does medical aid cover it?
Fillings are usually paid from day-to-day or savings benefits, subject to your plan limits. The practice can check before treatment.
Is a filling painful?
The tooth is numbed first, so you should feel pressure but not pain. It can feel tender for a day or two afterwards.
How long does a filling last?
A composite filling commonly lasts several years. How long depends on its size, your bite and how well you look after your teeth.
How do I book?
Fill in the form on this page with your name, number and area. We call you back to confirm a dentist near you and a suitable appointment time.
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