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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in East Alton, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: Affordable Dentistry Today - East Alton, ranked #1 of 7 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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7 East Alton clinics list tooth-colored fillings and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 7 fillings dentists in East Alton at a glance

The 7 best fillings dentists in East Alton, 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. Ranked #1 for fillings in East Alton

    #1 Affordable Dentistry Today - East Alton

    50 N Center St, East Alton, IL 62024

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for tooth-colored fillings in East Alton on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #7 Bellwood Family Dental

    160 S Bellwood Dr A, East Alton, IL 62024

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for tooth-colored fillings in East Alton: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Bellwood Family Dental our staff is highly trained to offer our patients a full range of general and cosmetic dentistry. Our goal is to provide each patient with the highest quality of care in a comfortable and friendly environment. We are excited to be serving the East Alton, Bethalto, and surrounding areas. Bellwood Family Dental is always accepting new patients of all ages. Interested in learning more? Contact us to schedule an appointment!

    From Bellwood Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 East Alton?

Typical ranges in USD for East Alton, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in East Alton?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Composite filling, one surface$170–$350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Composite filling, multiple surfaces$290–$520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Porcelain inlay or onlay$750–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 East Alton fillings dentists

We scored 7 East Alton 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 East Alton 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 East Alton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth-colored fillings dentist in East Alton?

Affordable Dentistry Today - East Alton ranks #1 of 7 East Alton clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. Bethalto Health Center - Dental Services ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in East Alton, IL?

Tooth-colored fillings in East Alton typically costs $345–$690 USD. By type: composite filling, one surface $170–$350; composite filling, multiple surfaces $290–$520; porcelain inlay or onlay $750–$1,700. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 East Alton?

7 East Alton 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 East Alton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.