Tooth Filling Cost in Singapore: Price Summary
| Filling Type | Price Range (SGD) | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Composite (Tooth-Coloured) | From $80 per tooth | 5–10 years |
| Glass Ionomer | From $80 per tooth | Up to 5 years |
| Inlays | From $500 per tooth | 20–30 years |
| Onlays | From $500 per tooth | 20–30 years |
| Porcelain & Ceramic | Price on consultation | 15+ years |
All prices are subject to prevailing GST and a $5 infection control charge per visit. Fees may vary depending on cavity size, tooth location, and complexity. A clinical examination is required for an accurate quote.
Children’s fillings start from $50.
These are the three filling types offered at Casa Dental. We don’t use amalgam (silver) fillings. All our restorations are tooth-coloured and metal-free, which means every filling placed blends naturally with your existing teeth.
Price is one of the biggest factors behind the types of dental fillings patients choose, since composite and ceramic sit at different points on the cost scale.
Do You Need a Tooth Filling?
You may need a filling if you notice any of the following:
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers after the temperature is gone
- A sharp or throbbing ache in a specific tooth
- A visible hole, dark spot, or rough patch on the tooth surface
- Food consistently getting stuck in the same spot
- Pain when biting down on that side
- A filling that feels chipped, raised, or loose
Some early cavities show no symptoms and surface only on X-ray during a routine check-up. Your dentist catches these during regular scaling and polishing appointments, often before a filling is needed at all. A smaller cavity means a simpler procedure and a lower tooth filling cost.
Types of Tooth Fillings Available at Casa Dental
Casa Dental offers both direct and indirect filling options. Your dentist will assess the extent of decay, the location of the affected tooth, and your clinical requirements before recommending the most appropriate material and method.
Tooth coloured fillings made from composite resin bond directly to the tooth, preserving maximum natural structure with a seamless, natural finish.
Best used for: Front and back teeth, chipped or fractured teeth, minor cosmetic defects.
Lifespan: 5 to 10 years
A biocompatible, tooth-coloured material that releases fluoride over time to actively protect surrounding tooth structure from secondary decay.
Best used for: Gum-line cavities, paediatric fillings, high caries-risk patients.
Lifespan: Up to 5 years
A custom laboratory-fabricated restoration bonded precisely within the cusps of the tooth, used when direct filling is insufficient but a crown is not yet needed.
Best used for: Moderate to large cavities between the cusps of a posterior tooth.
Lifespan: 20 to 30 years
A partial crown restoration that covers one or more cusps, bridging the gap between an inlay and a full crown for more extensive damage.
Best used for: Extensive cusp damage in posterior teeth.
Lifespan: 20 to 30 years
Precision-fabricated indirect restorations that closely replicate natural enamel translucency, resistant to staining and ideal for aesthetically prominent areas.
Best used for: Visible teeth, metal-free restoration preference.
Lifespan: 15+ years
What Affects Your Tooth Filling Cost in Singapore
Cavity size – Bigger cavities need more material and time, which raises the cost.
Tooth location – Molars take longer to access. Front teeth need precise shade-matching.
Complexity – Decay near the nerve or under an old filling requires extra steps before placement.
Number of surfaces – One surface costs less than two or three on the same tooth.
Technique and isolation – Rubber dam isolation takes more time but improves bond quality and longevity.
Private vs public – Private clinics offer faster appointments, more material choices, and consistent care across visits.
Tooth Filling Process at Casa Dental
Our filling procedure is structured, systematic, and conducted with patient comfort as a clinical priority at every stage.
Your dentist conducts a thorough clinical examination, including dental X-rays where indicated, before any filling treatment begins. This identifies the precise location and extent of decay and determines whether a filling is the right treatment or a more complex restoration is needed.
Your dentist develops a personalised treatment plan based on the diagnostic findings, discusses the recommended filling material, explains the procedure, and answers any questions before treatment begins.
Your dentist administers local anaesthetic to the area around the affected tooth so the procedure is pain-free. At Casa Dental, patient comfort during treatment is non-negotiable.
Your dentist carefully removes the decayed or damaged portion using precision instruments, then cleans the cavity thoroughly to eliminate remaining bacteria and debris.
Your dentist places the selected filling material into the prepared cavity, sculpts it to replicate the tooth’s natural anatomy, and hardens it. For composite resin, a curing light sets the material. For indirect fillings, a temporary restoration goes in while the permanent inlay or onlay is fabricated in the laboratory.
Your dentist polishes the surface to remove rough edges and set a smooth, natural feel once the filling is set. Your bite is checked and adjusted if needed so the restoration doesn’t interfere with your natural occlusion.
Your dentist will provide clear aftercare instructions covering oral hygiene around the restored tooth, dietary considerations in the immediate post-procedure period, and when to return for follow-up.
Financing Options in Singapore
Casa Dental offers several financing options for tooth filling treatment:
Instalment Plans
We offer flexible instalment payment plans that allow you to spread the cost of teeth whitening over a period of time. This helps manage expenses without any significant financial burden.
Credit Card Partnerships
We have partnered with major credit card providers for a 0% interest instalment.
Insurance Benefits
Check with your insurance provider, since cosmetic procedures are generally not covered but exceptions or related benefits sometimes apply.
Why Cheap Fillings Can Cost More Over Time
A lower upfront tooth filling cost doesn’t always mean better value. A filling that is poorly bonded, improperly shaped, or placed without adequate isolation is more likely to leak, chip, or develop secondary decay underneath, meaning you pay for another filling sooner, and potentially for more complex treatment if the decay progresses.
Technique decides how long a filling lasts as much as material does. Isolation quality and the precision of the bite adjustment both affect the outcome. A well-placed composite can outlast a poorly placed ceramic.
What to look for when choosing a clinic: clear pricing before treatment starts, a dentist who takes X-rays before placing a filling on a symptomatic tooth, and a clinic that uses rubber dam isolation for complex cases.
At Casa Dental, all fillings are priced transparently and every patient receives the same standard of care across all nine locations.
A composite filling sits in the mid-range of the price guide, above amalgam and below full ceramic restorations.
Can a Filling Get a Cavity?
The filling material itself cannot decay but the tooth around it can. A small gap or crack at the margin, where filling meets tooth, lets bacteria enter and cause secondary decay underneath. This is more likely with older fillings or fillings that were placed without adequate bonding.
Signs that an existing filling may need attention: sensitivity that wasn’t there before, a rough or sharp edge you can feel with your tongue, pain when biting, food consistently getting caught around the filling, a visible crack, or a filling that has fallen out entirely.
Regular dental check-ups let your dentist spot filling deterioration early, before it turns into a larger problem.
Why Do Tooth Fillings at Casa Dental?
Casa Dental combines CBCT imaging, an in-house dental lab, and dentists who each complete more than double the Singapore Dental Council’s required CDE hours. Patients get a filling matched to their tooth shade and case.
At Casa Dental, every branch is led by a full-time, permanent dentist who is also a partner of the clinic. When looking for a dental implant specialist in Singapore, experience and continuing education matter. Our doctors attend CDE sessions at more than double the requirement set by the Singapore Dental Council.
Casa Dental has branches in Ang Mo Kio, Admiralty, Bedok, Boon Keng, Bukit Batok, Clementi, Holland, Tengah, and Woodlands, so there's a clinic near you wherever you are in Singapore.
Casa Dental uses digital X-rays and rubber dam isolation to keep each filling procedure precise and comfortable. Local anaesthesia numbs the treatment area before any drilling begins.
Dental anxiety is common, and Casa Dental's clinics are designed for a calming atmosphere before and during treatment. Each treatment plan is personalised to the patient's needs, with clear communication throughout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a tooth filling cost in Singapore?
Tooth filling cost in Singapore starts from $80 for a composite filling and $500 for an inlay or onlay, before GST. The final cost depends on the cavity size, number of surfaces, and material used, confirmed after a clinical examination.
What happens if I leave a cavity untreated?
Decay doesn’t stop on its own. A small cavity becomes a large one. Once it reaches the nerve, you’re looking at root canal treatment rather than a filling. Left longer, the tooth may become unrestorable and need extraction. Early treatment costs less and requires less drilling.
Can you heal a cavity without a filling?
No. Once tooth decay has formed, the damaged structure cannot regenerate on its own. The decayed material must be physically removed and the cavity sealed with a filling to prevent further progression. Early-stage demineralisation of enamel can sometimes be managed with fluoride treatment before a cavity fully forms, but an established cavity always requires a filling.
What's the difference between a filling and an inlay or onlay?
A filling is placed directly into the tooth in a single appointment. An inlay or onlay is custom-fabricated outside the mouth — either in a lab or using Casa Dental’s in-house milling system — and bonded in at a second appointment. Inlays and onlays are used when the cavity is too large for a direct filling but not large enough to need a full crown.
How long does a tooth filling appointment take?
A straightforward composite filling typically takes 30–60 minutes. Larger or more complex cavities take longer. Inlays and onlays require two appointments — one to prepare the tooth and take a scan, and a second to bond the final restoration.
Can fillings be replaced?
Yes. When a filling wears down, cracks, or develops a gap at the margin, it can be replaced. Each time a filling is replaced some additional tooth structure is removed to prepare the cavity, which is another reason to maintain good oral hygiene and attend regular check-ups — replacing fillings less often preserves more of the natural tooth.
Are tooth fillings painful?
No. Your dentist numbs the area with local anaesthesia before any drilling begins, so the procedure itself is pain-free. Mild soreness once the anaesthesia wears off is normal and settles within a day.
How long does tooth sensitivity last after a filling?
Mild sensitivity is normal for a few days up to two weeks, especially to hot or cold. See your dentist if it persists longer or gets worse, since that can signal the bite needs adjusting.
Can I eat right after a tooth filling?
Yes, for composite fillings you can eat as soon as the numbness wears off. If you had an inlay or onlay bonded, avoid very hard or sticky foods for the first 24 hours while the cement fully sets.
Do composite fillings stain?
Composite can discolour gradually with heavy coffee, tea, red wine, or smoking. The shade won’t match a newly placed filling exactly after several years of staining. Routine polishing at check-up appointments helps, and if the staining becomes significant the filling can be replaced or polished back.
How soon can I brush after a tooth filling?
For composite resin fillings, you can brush immediately using normal technique. Floss gently around the filled tooth as normal.
Can pregnant women get tooth fillings?
Yes, dental fillings are considered safe during pregnancy. Local anaesthesia at the doses used for routine fillings is well-established as safe. The second trimester is generally the most comfortable time to receive non-urgent dental treatment, though fillings can be done at any stage if needed.
Does CHAS cover tooth fillings?
Yes, at CHAS-accredited clinics. Casa Dental is CHAS-accredited. Blue card holders receive $30 off a simple filling and $50 off a complex filling. Merdeka Generation cardholders receive $35/$55 and Pioneer Generation cardholders receive $40/$60. Green card holders are not eligible for filling subsidies. The subsidy covers up to six fillings per year, combined across all filling types.
Can I use MediSave for a tooth filling?
No. MediSave covers surgical dental procedures only — wisdom tooth surgery, dental implants, and certain oral surgeries. Fillings are paid out of pocket or reduced by CHAS subsidies where eligible.
