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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in East Chicago, IN (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: Emergency Dental, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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11 East Chicago 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 10 fillings dentists in East Chicago at a glance

Top 10 fillings dentists in East Chicago at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Emergency Dental73
2Adams Lawrence L DDS67
3Dentist67
4Dentist67
5Kunnells C DDS67
6Vieth D DDS67
7219 Health Network47
8HealthLinc East Chicago Harbor37
9StarBright Dental37
10Rhim Chang DDS37

The 11 best fillings dentists in East Chicago, 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. #7 219 Health Network

    100 W Chicago Ave suite f, East Chicago, IN 46312

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    219 Health Network provides quality care to those in need, including those who are uninsured or underinsured. Located in Northwest Indiana, we offer a variety of affordable, accessible healthcare services for you and your family. It is our mission to provide the highest quality of care at the most affordable cost for the communities we serve. We strive to provide the necessary primary care, behavioral health, dental, and preventative care with respect and dignity; regardless…

    From 219 Health Network's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #8 HealthLinc East Chicago Harbor

    2323 Broadway St, East Chicago, IN 46312

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for tooth-colored fillings in East Chicago 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    HealthLinc is a not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center that offers medical, optometry and behavioral health services to people of all ages, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), most commercial insurance plans, and provide care for uninsured patients. Services will be provided on a sliding fee scale based on household size and income, regardless of a patient’s insurance status.

    From HealthLinc East Chicago Harbor's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #9 StarBright Dental

    814 W Chicago Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for tooth-colored fillings in East Chicago 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 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    StarBright Dental is East Chicago's #1 dental office as per online patient reviews. We can provide you with an appointment faster than most other dental clinics. Have a bad tooth? Our dentists have vast expertise in treating patients with tooth pain. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. We provide a wide range of family dentistry from simple teeth cleanings and school exams, to deep cleanings and surgical procedures when needed. Our office accepts almost every major…

    From StarBright Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #10 Rhim Chang DDS

    3726 Main St, East Chicago, IN 46312, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for tooth-colored fillings in East Chicago 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 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–2 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #11 Dr. Junaid Ahmed, DDS

    814 W Chicago Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for tooth-colored fillings in East Chicago 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 closed · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Chicago?

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

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

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

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 Chicago fillings dentists

We scored 11 East Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago: frequently asked questions

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

Emergency Dental ranks #1 of 11 East Chicago clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. Adams Lawrence L DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in East Chicago, IN?

Tooth-colored fillings in East Chicago 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 Indiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Chicago?

11 East Chicago 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 Chicago

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 16 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.