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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in Bay City, MI (2026)

29 clinics offering tooth-colored fillings, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: Daniel S. Ruff, DDS, ranked #1 of 29 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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29 Bay City clinics list tooth-colored fillings and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 fillings dentists in Bay City at a glance

The 29 best fillings dentists in Bay City, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  1. #14 Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center

    4161 Shrestha Dr, Bay City, MI 48706

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The team at Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center offers every patient a comprehensive solution to their oral health problems. We perform many restorative procedures to help patients achieve a complete smile, such as placing dental implants or a full-arch restoration.

    From Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #15 Bever Family Dentistry

    512 S Trumbull St, Bay City, MI 48708

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Bever Family Dentistry, we strive to provide you with comfortable dental care with state-of-the-art technology and treatment. Whether you need a routine dental exam or emergency dentistry, we will provide the highest quality care. Our office is conveniently located on the corner of Trumbull and 16th Street. We are completely handicap accessible.

    From Bever Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #16 Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PC

    1405 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PC dentist office in Bay City MI, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Kernstock with the entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #17 My Community Dental Centers ~ Bay City

    2614 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #18 Darrin M. Jones D.D.S.; West Bay Dental

    401 S Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #19 Benjamin M. Straight DDS

    1601 Marquette Ave #2, Bay City, MI 48706, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #20 Matthew R Ward DDS PLC – Dentist at Bay City Dental Center

    1601 Marquette Ave STE 3, Bay City, MI 48706, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Bay City Dental Center, you and your family can turn to Dr. Matthew Ward and his caring team for general, restorative, cosmetic, periodontic, endodontic, and specialist dental care. Our dental facility provides high-quality dental care to create beautiful smiles, from root canals and dental veneers to routine dental exams and professional teeth whitening treatments. Dr. Ward is a skilled, experienced dentist who helps Saginaw, Midland, and Bay City, MI area patients of all…

    From Matthew R Ward DDS PLC – Dentist at Bay City Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #21 Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants, John Picard DMD, MS

    120 E Main St, Bay City, MI 48708, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #22 Gregory Rosecrans, DDS

    2107 16th St, Bay City, MI 48708, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #23 Bayside Health Center

    3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #24 Bay City Dental

    1411 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  12. #25 Aspen Dental Clinic

    3897 Wilder Rd, Bay City, MI 48706

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for tooth-colored fillings in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 29 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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What are tooth-colored fillings?

Cosmetic fillings use tooth-coloured composite resin, or porcelain inlays and onlays, to repair cavities in a way that blends with your teeth. They replace older silver (amalgam) fillings for many patients.

Tooth-colored fillings: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists place tooth-coloured fillings. A specialist is rarely needed unless decay reaches the nerve, when a root canal may be required.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Bay City?

Typical ranges in USD for Bay City, MI. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Bay City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Composite filling, one surface$150–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—
Composite filling, multiple surfaces$250–$450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—
Porcelain inlay or onlay$650–$1,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full tooth-colored fillings cost guide for Bay City

What to expect from tooth-colored fillings

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Tooth-colored fillings: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for composite; often 2 visits for porcelain inlays or onlays
Chair timeAbout 20–60 minutes per tooth
RecoveryNone; some sensitivity for a few days is common
When to see a specialistWhen decay is deep enough to affect the nerve

How we ranked Bay City fillings dentists

We scored 29 Bay City clinics offering tooth-coloured fillings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Bay City data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Tooth-coloured fillings in Bay City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth-colored fillings dentist in Bay City?

Daniel S. Ruff, DDS ranks #1 of 29 Bay City clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. Ankoviak Daniel G DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Bay City, MI?

Tooth-colored fillings in Bay City typically costs $300–$600 USD. By type: composite filling, one surface $150–$300; composite filling, multiple surfaces $250–$450; porcelain inlay or onlay $650–$1,500. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Are tooth-colored fillings covered by insurance or Medicaid in Michigan?

Most dental plans cover fillings as basic care, often at 70–80% after the deductible. Some plans pay only the amalgam rate on back teeth. Medicaid covers fillings for children; adult coverage varies by state.

Does getting a filling hurt?

Fillings are usually done with local anesthetic, so most patients feel pressure and vibration but not pain. The injection itself can sting briefly. Teeth may be sensitive to temperature or biting for a few days afterward.

How many dentists offer tooth-colored fillings in Bay City?

29 Bay City clinics list tooth-colored fillings in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Bay City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.