How Much Does a Wedge Chip Filling Cost?

The cost of filling a wedge-shaped chipped tooth is usually around $200 to $400, and more may be around $2,000, depending on the examination after visiting the doctor. 1. Wedge-shaped defect, refers to the teeth of the lip, buccal or lingual surface of the cervical region of the hard tissues, in the mechanical friction, acid erosion and other factors under the long-term action of the formation of two smooth beveled surfaces, the mouth is large and the bottom is small, in the shape of a wedge. 2. Filling, also known as filling, is the main means of treatment of wedge-shaped defects, wedge-shaped defects are generally filled with composite resin, if the defect is deeper or sensitive symptoms, the bottom should be cushioned before filling. The entire cost of the above filling process is usually around $200 to $400, which may vary from one medical institution to another or from one region to another, and the exact cost is subject to medical examination. In addition, if the wedge-shaped defect is deeper and has been accompanied by symptoms of endodontics or periapical disease, endodontic treatment may be required, at which time the cost may be higher, usually around $1,000 to $2,000. The details are subject to local hospital consultation.