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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in East Lyme, CT (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; evening hours.

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3 East Lyme 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 3 fillings dentists in East Lyme at a glance

Top 3 fillings dentists in East Lyme at a glance
RankClinicService score
1East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​47
2Cove Dental37
3Daren Dental37

The 3 best fillings dentists in East Lyme, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 for fillings in East Lyme

    #1 East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

    15 Church Ln, East Lyme, CT 06333

    47/100

    Ranked #1 for tooth-colored fillings in East Lyme: evening hours.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​Full profile(860) 739-3447
    In their words

    Dr. Joseph Polumbo, Dr. Sami Yousuf, and Dr. Michael LaGuardia of East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in East Lyme, CT, provide comprehensive dental care for all ages. At East Lyme Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we believe a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile can lead to a happier life. Dr. Joseph Polumbo, Dr. Sami Yousuf, and Dr. Michael LaGuardia's services include full-family dental care, cosmetic dentistry, professional and effective teeth whitening, digital X-rays,…

    From East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Cove Dental

    319 Flanders Rd, East Lyme, CT 06333

    37/100

    Ranked #2 for tooth-colored fillings in East Lyme on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cove DentalFull profile(860) 739-6915
    In their words

    At Cove Dental, in East Lyme, CT, we offer a wide variety of services in one place for your convenience, with minimal fuss. As a family oriented practice, we know daily life can be a mixture of wonderful and complicated all at the same time. That’s why, every step of the way, we cater to your needs, not our own.

    From Cove 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 Lyme?

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

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in East Lyme?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Composite filling, one surface$190–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Composite filling, multiple surfaces$330–$590DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—
Porcelain inlay or onlay$840–$1,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut—

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

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 Lyme fillings dentists

We scored 3 East Lyme clinics offering tooth-coloured fillings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Lyme 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 Lyme: frequently asked questions

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

East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​ ranks #1 of 3 East Lyme clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours. Cove Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in East Lyme, CT?

Tooth-colored fillings in East Lyme typically costs $390–$780 USD. By type: composite filling, one surface $190–$390; composite filling, multiple surfaces $330–$590; porcelain inlay or onlay $840–$1,950. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Lyme?

3 East Lyme 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 Lyme

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.

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