Question 1

How much does a dental filling cost in Vienna?

Accepted Answer

The cost of a dental filling depends on the material and size. Amalgam fillings in the back teeth and composite fillings in the front teeth are at no additional cost with contracted dentists as they are covered by health insurance. High-quality composite fillings in the back teeth or ceramic inlays are private services, where the health insurance provides a subsidy and you pay the remaining difference yourself.

Question 2

Which dental fillings does the ÖGK cover?

Accepted Answer

The ÖGK fully covers amalgam fillings in the back teeth as a standard benefit. In the visible front teeth area, the insurance pays for tooth-colored composite fillings, as aesthetic fillings are standard there. These services are regulated in the dental care benefits catalog according to ASVG.

Question 3

Will I receive a subsidy for a composite filling in the back teeth?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you choose a tooth-colored composite filling in the back teeth, the health insurance provides a subsidy equivalent to the standard rate for amalgam. You pay the difference between the insurance subsidy and the actual costs as a co-payment. This way, you receive a higher-quality, aesthetic filling with insurance support.

Question 4

Why are ceramic fillings more expensive than regular fillings?

Accepted Answer

Ceramic fillings (inlays) require more complex production and are often custom-made in a laboratory for your specific tooth. They offer special advantages: very long durability, excellent aesthetics, and optimal biocompatibility. The higher costs reflect the material value and additional labor involved.

Question 5

Do I have to pay anything for insurance-covered fillings at a contracted dentist?

Accepted Answer

No, at an ÖGK contracted dentist, you pay nothing for insurance-covered services – neither amalgam fillings in the back teeth nor composite fillings in the front teeth. Only when you opt for higher-quality materials like composite in the back teeth or ceramic inlays does a co-payment apply. The health insurance then provides a subsidy.

Dental Filling Costs Vienna – Insurance & Services