Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
It is difficult to estimate what your dental implants will cost without a consultation from your implant dentist. There are a number of factors that can affect how much you should budget for dental implants, including the following:
- The health of your jawbone. If a bone graft or sinus lift is needed to increase the volume before implant placement, the price will increase.
- How many dental implants are required, since each post is individually placed?
- Special considerations like additional anesthesia or sedation.
- Where in the jaw the dental implants will be placed.
During an initial consultation, we can give you a good idea of what you can expect to pay for dental implants based on these factors.
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Factors Influencing Dental Implant Cost
During a dental implant consultation, our dentist will consider several factors to give you an estimate of what you can expect to pay for dental implants. Some of the most considerable things that can increase the price of a dental implant procedure include:
- How healthy your jawbone is – A bone graft or sinus lift performed before dental implant placement will increase the price of the procedure. This type of procedure may be necessary for people who have been missing teeth for a while or who have had severe periodontal disease.
- Where in the jaw the implants will be placed – It is usually more complex and costly to place dental implants in the front of the jaw due to cosmetic concerns.
- What the implants are made of – When an alternative to titanium is required due to metal allergies or sensitivities, the price of an implant procedure increases.
- How many dental implants you need – Each post is individually priced, which means it is often more costly to get several implants than just one.a
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Implants?
Unfortunately, usually not. Dental insurance often requires patients to choose the least expensive treatment option for tooth replacement, which may mean a conventional denture or fixed bridge. This is why we always encourage patients to make decisions based on what is best for their oral health rather than strictly on what is covered by dental insurance. However, some parts of the procedure may be covered, like the dental crown. Talk to your dental insurance provider to find out just what you are eligible for with your plan.
Financing Options
Patients who could use help paying for dental implants may benefit from third-party financing, which allows big bills to be split up into convenient payments. You can discuss this option with our team during a consultation. CareCredit and CitiHealth are two options that we are pleased to work with.
