9 PRICES TRACKED
White (composite) filling
The NHS covers fillings under one Band 2 charge, but white composite on back teeth is often only offered privately, at a real premium.
Every price we track (hover a dot)
| Year | Region | Provider | What it was | List | Paid | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wales | NHS | NHS Wales simple restorative package | £36NHS band | — | source |
| 2026 | Wales | NHS | NHS Wales extensive restorative package | £69NHS band | — | source |
| 2026 | England | NHS | NHS Band 2 (fillings)Band 2 covers fillings, extractions, root canal in one course | £77NHS band | — | source |
| 2026 | Manchester | Private | White/composite filling (1 surface)From | £85 | — | source |
| 2026 | London | Private | White/composite filling (small)From; range £115-300 | £115 | — | source |
| 2026 | Norwich | Private | White (composite) fillingWhite composite filling, from | £150 | — | source |
| 2026 | London | Private | White composite fillingFrom | £160 | — | source |
| 2026 | UK | Private | Composite filling (single surface) | £165 | — | source |
| 2026 | England (multi-site) | Private | White (composite) fillingComposite filling, single surface (2 surfaces £255, 3 surfaces £330) | £165 | — | source |
Common questions
How much does white filling cost in the UK?
Across 9 real UK prices, the median is £115, with prices from £36 to £165. That spans fixed NHS band charges and private fees, so where you go changes the figure a lot.
Is white filling cheaper on the NHS?
Almost always, where it is available on the NHS. NHS dental care is charged in fixed bands (Band 1 £27.90, Band 2 £76.60, Band 3 £332.10 in England from April 2026), while the same work privately is set by each practice and usually far higher.
Why do private white filling prices vary so much?
Private fees are not regulated, so they reflect the practice's location, the materials used, and whether a specialist is involved. Comparing a few practices, and checking what is available on the NHS first, is worth it.
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Methodology: prices here are fixed NHS band charges, published private fees, and bills people reported in public posts or submitted directly. Each row says which it is, with a link to the source where one exists. We never estimate and no sponsor can touch a number. Spot an error? Tell us and we'll fix or remove it fast.