How much does it cost to fill a tooth in Kenya?

Private hospitals Tooth extraction costs between Sh3,000 and Sh5,000, while fillings cost Sh3,000 to Sh6,000. Other services like root canal filling costs between Sh15,000 and Sh25,000, porcelain crowns cost Sh20,000 to Sh30,000, while scaling and polishing cost Sh3,000 to Sh6,000.

How much does a tooth filling usually cost?

Most filling treatments hold stable prices in the following ranges: $50 to $150 for a single, silver amalgam filling. $90 to $250 for a single, tooth-colored composite filling. $250 to $4,500 for a single, cast-gold or porcelain filling.

Does NHIF cover tooth filling?

The Dental Cover from NHIF covers dental consultation, root canal, dental X-rays, dentures, orthodontics, cost of filling, and extractions -including surgical extractions. Dental anaesthetics fees and operating theatre cost are also covered.

How much is braces in Kenya?

Getting braces can cost you between 80,000ksh to 350,000ksh in Kenya and it’s very important that you plan ahead and find a hospital with a payment plan that works for you.

Can NHIF cover surgery?

Tertiary care such as specialized surgery, chronic diseases management intensive care, and cancer therapy may be covered once a program for the same is put in place. The NHIF will endeavour is to provide affordable quality healthcare to all members.

Can front teeth be filled?

The treatment for front teeth cavities is the same as for any other cavity. Most often, that means a filling. Because of its location front and center in the mouth, the dentist will usually recommend porcelain or composite resin as the filling material.

Do fillings destroy teeth?

In most cases, the filling just gradually and slowly breaks down. Damaged fillings can result in serious tooth damage. Cracks and leaks in the fillings can allow bacteria and food particles to sneak inside the tooth and hide there.