How much does tooth decay treatment cost?

Costs scale with severity: composite filling $200–$500, inlay/onlay $600–$1,500, crown $1,000–$2,500, and root canal plus crown $1,500–$3,500. Severe decay requiring extraction plus implant runs $3,500–$6,000. Most plans cover restorative work at 50–80% after deductible.

How is tooth decay treated?

Early decay (white spots) can be remineralized with fluoride varnish and prescription toothpaste over 3–6 months. Established cavities are restored with fillings, onlays, or crowns depending on size. Decay reaching the nerve requires a root canal or extraction.

Does treating a cavity hurt?

Local anesthesia eliminates pain during the procedure. Mild sensitivity to cold and pressure for 1–2 weeks afterward is normal. Deep fillings near the nerve may take 2–4 weeks to settle.

How long do decay treatments last?

Composite fillings last 7–10 years, amalgam 10–15 years, crowns 10–15+ years, and root canal teeth (with a crown) 10–20+ years. Recurrent decay at margins is the most common failure cause. Excellent hygiene and 6-month checkups maximize lifespan.

Can I prevent tooth decay?

Yes — brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, limit sugar exposures to fewer than 4 per day, and get cleanings every 6 months. Sealants on molars cut decay risk by up to 80% in kids. Xylitol gum after meals reduces cavity-causing bacteria.

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Tooth Decay Treatment

This dental service is offered by qualified dental professionals to help maintain and improve your oral health. Consult with a dental specialist to determine if this treatment is right for you.

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About Tooth Decay Treatment

This dental service is offered by qualified dental professionals to help maintain and improve your oral health. Consult with a dental specialist to determine if this treatment is right for you.

What is Tooth Decay Treatment?

This dental service is offered by qualified dental professionals to help maintain and improve your oral health. Consult with a dental specialist to determine if this treatment is right for you.

Who Needs It?

This service may be recommended based on your individual dental health needs. Your dentist will evaluate your condition and advise whether this treatment would benefit you.

What to Expect

Your dentist will perform a thorough examination and discuss the treatment plan with you. The procedure will be carried out using modern techniques and equipment to ensure the best possible outcome.

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Open Wide Dental

Suite 1, 6520, North 7th Avenue, Alhambra · Phoenix, Arizona

94.5Smyleee Rating(860)

Open Wide Dental on North 7th Avenue in Phoenix offers an unusually broad menu, from implants, crowns, bridges, and full-mouth rehabilitation to root canals, Invisalign, denture...

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Dental Home Family Dentistry Phoenix

# 2, 720, East Thunderbird Road, North Mountain Village · Phoenix, Arizona

93.2Smyleee Rating(524)

Dental Home Family Dentistry on East Thunderbird Road runs a general-practice dental home covering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and same-day emergencie...

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Phoenix Family Dentistry

Ste. 2, 13821, North 35th Drive, Deerview · Phoenix, Arizona

90.4Smyleee Rating(552)

Phoenix Family Dentistry on North 35th Drive in the Deerview area handles cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, basic extractions, and emergency visits for families across n...

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North Phoenix Family Dentistry

717, West Glendale Avenue, Alhambra · Phoenix, Arizona

90.7Smyleee Rating(360)

North Phoenix Family Dentistry on West Glendale Avenue is a long-running general practice covering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, and routine emergency dental care fo...

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Family Dental Phoenix

Ste 102, 2401, West Glendale Avenue, Alhambra · Phoenix, Arizona

91.4Smyleee Rating(298)

Family Dental Phoenix on West Glendale Avenue runs a general-dentistry practice covering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and emergency visits for adults a...

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AZ Family Dental - Phoenix

# 1, 1820, West Thunderbird Road, North Mountain Village · Phoenix, Arizona

85.9Smyleee Rating(195)

AZ Family Dental's Phoenix location on West Thunderbird Road is part of a regional group offering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, and emergency dental care for North M...

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