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Best Cosmetic Filling Dentists in Santa Cruz, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for tooth-colored fillings: Advanced Dentistry, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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43 Santa Cruz clinics list tooth-colored fillings and are ranked here by service score. 5 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 fillings dentists in Santa Cruz at a glance

Top 10 fillings dentists in Santa Cruz at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Advanced Dentistry67
2Brose Karl M DDS67
3Guy Peabody67
4Kevin Reuter67
5Primavera Carl V DDS67
6Santa Cruz Dentists67
7Vogel Dari w DDS67
8Vu H Le DDS Corporation47
9Santa Cruz Smiles47
10Santa Cruz Children's Dental Group47

The 43 best fillings dentists in Santa Cruz, 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.

  10. #10 Santa Cruz Children's Dental Group

    1661 Soquel Dr bldg A, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Santa Cruz Children's Dental GroupFull profile(831) 476-5512

  11. #11 Peabody Dental Care

    620 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Peabody Dental CareFull profile(831) 457-0343
    In their words

    Whether you need a general dentist, cosmetic dentist, restorative dental services, emergency dental care or sedation to ease your dental anxiety, the office of Peabody Dental Care, in Santa Cruz, California can assist! We have helped patients maintain bright smiles since 1988. Peabody Dental Care is here to serve both your oral health and personal comfort.

    From Peabody Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    1107 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(831) 227-2160
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Christie Family Dentistry

    550 Water St Suite E-1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Christie Family DentistryFull profile(831) 429-8419

  16. #16 Donald P Connolly DDS

    824 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Donald P Connolly DDSFull profile(831) 426-1056
    In their words

    Serving the Santa Cruz, Aptos, and Watsonville, CA, areas with affordable, comfortable and efficient orthodontic care, Dr. Don Connolly and Dr. Stan Sokolow, along with our friendly team, have been creating beautiful, straight smiles for more than 35 years. We're excited to build new relationships with the next generation of patients in our community with the same commitment to excellence that we've established over the past three decades.

    From Donald P Connolly DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Dr. Robert Matiasevich Jr. DDS

    1775 Dominican Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Dr. Robert Matiasevich Jr. DDSFull profile(831) 316-1580
    In their words

    For their patient’s benefit, advanced learning and the implementation of new technologies at the leading edge of dentistry is a constant for Dr. Matiasevich and his office. The friendly team is known for their down to earth and non-technical communication style making complex dentistry easy to understand. We are open daily to meet your Santa Cruz dentistry needs.

    From Dr. Robert Matiasevich Jr. DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 A. Gavin McClure, DDS

    525 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at A. Gavin McClure, DDSFull profile(831) 426-1343

  19. #19 E. John Baron, DDS, INC.

    550 Water St Ste L-1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at E. John Baron, DDS, INC.Full profile(831) 325-0236
    In their words

    At E. John Baron, DDS, INC. dentist office in Santa Cruz CA, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Baron 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 E. John Baron, DDS, INC.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dr. Mohana Awasthi DDS Inc

    1588 Soquel Dr Suite #3, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Mohana Awasthi DDS IncFull profile(831) 454-8120

  21. #21 Micro Endodontics of Santa Cruz: Niyati Patel DDS

    550 Water St Bldg I-1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Micro Endodontics of Santa Cruz: Niyati Patel DDSFull profile(831) 427-1660
    In their words

    Thank you for your interest in Micro Endodontics of Santa Cruz. We are specialist members of the American Association of Endodontists. We look forward to being of service to you. Our expert team, led by respected endodontic specialist Dr. Niyati Patel, includes an experienced endodontic staff. We provide the highest standard of professional care in a friendly, comfortable environment. By referring you to our office, your dentist has shown their concern that you receive the…

    From Micro Endodontics of Santa Cruz: Niyati Patel DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Alana Thompson DDS- Seabright Dental Studio

    1016 Soquel Ave #2, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Alana Thompson DDS- Seabright Dental StudioFull profile(831) 431-6477

  23. #23 Landmark Dental Group

    3319 Mission Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Landmark Dental GroupFull profile(831) 464-1372

  25. #25 Santa Cruz Dental Care

    550 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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

    Book appointment at Santa Cruz Dental CareFull profile(831) 423-2400
    In their words

    Pleasant Santa Cruz Sedation Dentistry You Can Count On You'll be surprised to find that sedation dentistry in Santa Cruz with Dr. Joseph Valle is a pleasant experience. Our first priority is to help you feel comfortable and relaxed during your dental procedure. Ask us about conscious sedation to help relieve the stress of some procedures. We also provide dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and teeth whitening. You don't have to let dental phobia run your life any longer.…

    From Santa Cruz Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 43 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Audrey Wingo, DDS37
27Five Gables Family Dentistry37
28Jeffrey Smith, DDS37
29Advanced Dentistry Kevin Ippisch, DDS, Inc.37
30Aura Marcela Torres DDS37
31Mission Hill Dental - Flavio Cheng D.M.D37
32Dr. Randall Medefesser, DDS37
33Kai Family Dentistry: Lynda Tran, DDS37
34David Refaee DDS33
35David Refaee DDS Kathy Ansarinia DDS33
36Santa Cruz Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
37Dientes Community Dental Care, Beach Flats33
38Dientes Community Dental Care, Capitola Road33
39Trang K Tran, DDS33
40Dr. David L. Biles, DDS33
41Heit Family Dentistry DDS33
42Dr. Steve S. Kerba, DDS33
43Yien Laurence DDS33

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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 Santa Cruz?

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

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Santa Cruz?
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 Santa Cruz

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 Santa Cruz fillings dentists

We scored 43 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth-colored fillings dentist in Santa Cruz?

Advanced Dentistry ranks #1 of 43 Santa Cruz clinics offering tooth-colored fillings by DentistsRanked service score. Brose Karl M DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do tooth-colored fillings cost in Santa Cruz, CA?

Tooth-colored fillings in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz tooth-colored fillings dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 43 Santa Cruz clinics offering tooth-colored fillings list Saturday hours, including Vu H Le DDS Corporation, Santa Cruz Smiles and Santa Cruz Children's Dental Group. 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 Santa Cruz?

43 Santa Cruz clinics list tooth-colored fillings in our data. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Santa Cruz

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 63 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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