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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in Palo Alto, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: Crystal Chang, DDS, ranked #1 of 62 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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62 Palo Alto clinics list tooth-colored fillings and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

The 62 best fillings dentists in Palo Alto, 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. #2 Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health

    750 Welch Rd Ste 118, Palo Alto, CA 94304, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto 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

    In their words

    Palo Alto Pediatric Dentist Michelle Haghpanah specializes in pediatric dentistry, she treats children from infancy through adolescence, and those with special needs. Caring for your child is serious business, that’s why she treats each child as if they are her own. Dr. Haghpanah looks forward to partnering with you to help your child achieve a lifetime of healthy bytes!

    From Little Bytes Pediatric Dentistry Palo Alto's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #17 Nathan Kalinowski, DMD - Stanford Healthcare

    1000 Welch Rd Suite 100, Palo Alto, CA 94304

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto 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

  4. #20 South County Community Health Center, Inc.

    ste a east 94303, 1798 Bay Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto 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

  5. #21 Su-Chieh Liu, DDS - Stanford Children's Health

    2345 Yale St flr 2b, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto 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

  6. #24 Palo Alto Dental Care

    2421 Park Blvd Suite A200, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #25 Gentle Dental Palo Alto

    853 Middlefield Rd Ste 1, Palo Alto, CA 94301

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    A beautiful smile can be had in beautiful Palo Alto, CA, and it doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here at Gentle Dental, our friendly staff and experienced dentist can provide great oral care at prices you can afford. Our services provide tremendous value for patients seeking comprehensive, gentle treatment.

    From Gentle Dental Palo Alto'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 Palo Alto?

Typical ranges in USD for Palo Alto, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Palo Alto?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Composite filling, one surface$210–$420DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Composite filling, multiple surfaces$350–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Porcelain inlay or onlay$910–$2,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 Palo Alto fillings dentists

We scored 62 Palo Alto clinics offering tooth-coloured fillings on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 duplicate listings). 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth-colored fillings dentist in Palo Alto?

Crystal Chang, DDS ranks #1 of 62 Palo Alto clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Palo Alto, CA?

Tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto typically costs $420–$840 USD. By type: composite filling, one surface $210–$420; composite filling, multiple surfaces $350–$630; porcelain inlay or onlay $910–$2,100. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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.

Which Palo Alto tooth-colored fillings dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 62 Palo Alto clinics offering tooth-colored fillings list Saturday hours, including Palo Alto Dental Care, Gentle Dental Palo Alto and Palo Alto Advanced Dentists. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer tooth-colored fillings in Palo Alto?

62 Palo Alto clinics list tooth-colored fillings in our data. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Palo Alto

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 85 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.