How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?

At A Smile Spa, we're proud to provide our patients with the most advanced and desirable restorative treatment options available, including several treatment options for lifetime tooth replacement with dental implants.  

Dental implants are one of the most advantageous restoration options because they are designed to last a lifetime and provide a versatile range of treatment applications. In addition, dental implants achieve a natural look and feel while also supporting jawbone health.

Before deciding on the smile restoration plan that is right for you, patients should consider the estimated cost of treatment.  

How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?

Answering the question of how much dental implants cost is not as straightforward as providing a simple, flat, standard price. Like many dental procedures, the cost of dental implants depends on several factors. As a result, the cost of treatment with dental implants can range from about $1,500 to around $90,000.  

Factors Influencing Dental Implant Costs

• Number of Dental Implants - The number of implants needed by a patient will affect the total cost of treatment. Of course, the more implants needed, the higher the total cost.

• Type of Dental Implants - Different types of dental implants (endosteal, subperiosteal, and zygomatic) are available for patients. The type of implant recommended for your treatment and your individual oral health needs will impact the total cost of treatment.  

• Location of the Missing Tooth - The location of the missing tooth and dental implant you will receive can impact the cost. Typically, replacing the front teeth with implants is more expensive than replacing molars due to the visible location, the more minimal natural jawbone density, the importance of proper alignment, and the overall increased complexity of the procedure.  

• Required Preparatory Dental Work - The overall cost of treatment with dental implants can be higher when more preparatory dental work is needed before a dental implant can be placed. For example, some patients require tooth extraction and/or bone grafting procedures to prepare their mouths for dental implants and permanent dental restorations. If any preparatory work is needed, this will increase the cost of care.

• Type of Treatment and Procedure - Your personal treatment plan can impact the cost of care. For example, the total cost of treatment will be different for patients who are replacing teeth on a one-for-one basis, replacing teeth with a dental bridge, or receiving an implant-supported denture (All-on-x or overdentures).  

• Insurance - Additionally, your insurance coverage will affect the amount you pay out of pocket for dental care with implants. Every insurance policy is different. Some policies cover the cost of dental implants, some provide partial coverage, others cover the cost when a medically necessary reason for dental implants can be demonstrated, and others provide no coverage for dental implants.  

• Treatment Time and Appointments - For many patients, the length of the treatment process with dental implants is also an important consideration. From consultation to permanent restoration placement, the treatment process with dental implants requires multiple appointments and can range anywhere from around three months to about a year and a half.  

How Much Is a Single Dental Implant?

Depending on the type of implant and the location of the tooth being replaced, the average cost of a single dental implant can range from about $1,500 to $6,000.

‍How Much Are Full-Mouth Dental Implants?

Depending on the type of dental implants, procedure, and existing condition of the patient's mouth, full-mouth dental implants can cost between about $20,000 to $90,000.  

‍Treatment Cost Estimates and Insurance Guidance

We understand that dental care decisions can often depend as much on budgeting as they do on your oral health needs. We always provide our patients with a range of treatment options and cost estimates. We're here to help you navigate important dental care decisions, answer your questions, and offer our guidance. Additionally, we can help you navigate your insurance policy to determine what kind of coverage you can expect for dental implant treatment.  

‍Alternative Tooth Replacement Treatment Options

While dental implants provide patients with myriad oral health benefits, they are not the only option for replacing missing teeth. A variety of dental bridges (such as traditional or Maryland bonded) can be used to replace an individual tooth or multiple consecutive missing teeth. Full and partial dentures are also good options for patients who are missing all or most of their teeth. Our dentist can discuss the benefits, drawbacks, and estimated costs of these alternative treatments with you to help you determine the smile restoration treatment plan that is right for you.  

‍Lifetime Tooth Replacement and Smile Restoration in Fayetteville, NC

At A Smile Spa, we place a strong emphasis on empowering our patients to make well-informed decisions about their oral health and dental care through education and transparency during treatment. We want our patients to choose the treatment options that will best serve their future oral health, happiness, confidence, and well-being in addition to their financial wellness. We can talk with you about all of your treatment options in addition to the financial aspect of managing your dental care to help you determine the course of treatment that is best for you.  To learn more about smile restoration with dental implants or to request an appointment with Dr. Henry, we welcome you to contact our dental office in Fayetteville, NC today.