How much does a cavity filling cost for a small dog?
You really want to call your vet and ask for an estimate. They’ll happily give you one. It’s probably not a cavity – dogs don’t get cavities the same way people do. Best case scenario, it’s just a little tartar staining and removal of the tartar will be included in the price of the dental. In fact, that’s the most likely problem. Dentals usually go for around $200-$250, but you really want to get your own estimate from your vet. If it’s NOT just tartar, then vets usually extract the whole tooth. Fillings are very rare and can only be done in very special circumstances. For a big molar, extractions can be $100 or more (in addition to the price of the dental). (Smaller teeth are cheaper and easier to extract.) If you wanted to save the tooth, you’d probably have to see a dental specialist, and that could cost several hundred dollars – maybe even a thousand or more. But you really do want to get his teeth cleaned. If you let tartar build up, it can lead to serious gum infections and even
