Inlay onlay or fillings? $2300?
Added: December 01, 2008 - 1:33 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Atlanta, GA
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Filling
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Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 1 week ago
Last Cleaning: 1 week ago
Case Description
My new dentist wants $770 for an onlay, $1250 for an inlay, and $280 for a "buildup". That will cost me $1300 above and beyond my insurance. Is that even vaguely ballpark cost, or is this crazy? Fillings weren't mentioned as an option and yes, in both cases old "silver" fillings are being replaced (one has cracked).
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Reply: Inlay onlay or fillings? $2300?
added: December 01, 2008 - 2:42 PM
Cost Estimate: $450-1050
The fee depends on which material is used. The resin inlays and onlays range from $450-750. The porcelain inlays and onlays range from $750-1050. The fee for both types of material depends on how many surfaces of the tooth are involved. I hope this helps answer your question. If you have any further questions, feel free to email me at drpatel@hitechsmiles.com.Dr. Ushma Patelwww.hitechsmiles.com770-623-8750
Reply: Inlay onlay or fillings? $2300?
added: December 01, 2008 - 3:18 PM
Cost Estimate: $One tooth...about $1100.
Sounds a bit off my thoughts...teeth that get onlays or inlays don''''t need buildups. Teeth that get crowns may get buildups. Onlays are usually more or the same as inlays, not more. For one tooth, that would be far too much...you would not have an inlay and an onlay on the same tooth, ever. Would that perhaps be on more than one tooth?I would be glad to give you a second opinion and fee estimate if you wish. We are a top notch dental practice but as we say, you can have Buckhead dentistry at Suwanee prices at our practice in the "burbs"!Sincerely, Bill Williams, DMD, MAGD
Reply: Inlay onlay or fillings? $2300?
added: December 03, 2008 - 10:14 AM
Cost Estimate: $200-1500
It is posible all you need is a new filling. However it i impossible to make a diagnosis without an exam and x -ray. Buildups are done when a large part of the tooth is filling, and it is done to give added support to a crown .If I can further help you pleas call my office to set up an appointment. Bring your old x-.rays with you.
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