Dental fillings in Kiambu start from KSh 3,000 per tooth at Elephant Dental. What you pay depends on the material and how large the cavity is, since a small single surface filling and a large multi surface one on a back molar are genuinely different amounts of work. Across Kenya fillings run from KSh 3,000 to KSh 12,000 per tooth. Your own price is confirmed once the dentist can see the size and location of the cavity.
What dental fillings in Kiambu cost
| What you are paying for | Price |
|---|---|
| Fillings at Elephant Dental Kiambu, per tooth | From KSh 3,000 |
| Fillings elsewhere in Kenya, per tooth | KSh 3,000 to KSh 12,000 |
Size and position drive the price more than anything else, which is why a figure quoted before an exam is rarely reliable. For a full breakdown of what drives prices across the country, see our dental filling cost in Kenya guide.
What your treatment includes
- An examination, with an X-ray where the cavity is not fully visible
- A written price for your case before treatment starts
- Removal of decay from the tooth
- Placement and shaping of the filling
- Adjustment so the bite feels level
- Advice on preventing further decay in the same spots
Filling or crown
A filling restores a tooth that still has enough sound structure left. Once too much of the tooth is gone, a filling will not hold and a crown becomes the more durable answer. Choosing the cheaper option when it will not last is a false economy, and the exam is what settles which applies.
Leaving a cavity untreated
Decay does not stop on its own. A small cavity that would take one appointment and a filling can, left long enough, reach the nerve and become a root canal case, which costs considerably more. Treating it early is the cheaper path.
Does a filling hurt
Fillings are placed under local anaesthetic, so the procedure itself should not be painful. Some sensitivity for a day or two afterwards is normal, particularly on larger fillings. If the bite feels high once the anaesthetic wears off, come back and we will adjust it.
Start with a consultation
The first step is a consultation, not the treatment itself. Dr. Winny examines you, confirms whether a filling is the right treatment, and gives you a written price for your own case before anything is booked in. A consultation and exam starts from KSh 1,000. Elephant Dental Kiambu is at Kikinga House, 8th Floor, Biashara Street, Kiambu Town, open seven days a week, 8am to 5pm including Sundays. Call +254 143 178 126 or message us on WhatsApp to book a consultation. You can also see the full list of treatments.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a filling in Kiambu?
Fillings start from KSh 3,000 per tooth at Elephant Dental Kiambu. The size and position of the cavity set the final figure, confirmed at the consultation.
How long does a filling appointment take?
A straightforward filling is usually a single short appointment. Larger or multiple fillings can take longer or be split across visits.
What happens if I leave a cavity?
Decay keeps progressing. A cavity that needs a simple filling now can reach the nerve later and require root canal treatment, which costs considerably more.
Do I have to pay for a consultation first?
Yes, and it is the right place to start. It is what lets Dr. Winny confirm the right treatment for you and give you a written price rather than a figure quoted blind, and a consultation and exam starts from KSh 1,000.