How Much Do Implants Cost?

This article provides the answer to one of the questions most frequently asked by patients: “What can one expect to pay for dental implants?”

“How much do implants cost?” Understandably, this is the question that is most frequently asked by the patients we see here at the Brueggen Dental Implant Center. The second most frequent perhaps being, “Does it hurt?” To which the answer incidentally is, “No, the use of anesthesia, sedatives and minimally invasive surgical techniques ensures the experience is as pain and discomfort-free as possible.” So, how much do implants cost? And what are the various factors that influence the cost of dental implants? In this article, qualified and experienced implant dentist Dr. Wayne Brueggen - founder and CEO of the Brueggen Dental Implant Center - strives to address some of our patients’ more common concerns.

How much do Implants Cost? Influencing Factors and Considerations

While the various technological components of dental implants come with a fixed price tag, the cost required to restore a patient’s smile aesthetics and functionality varies according to a number of factors. The question “How much do implants cost?” therefore has quite a broad spectrum of answers. So, before we strive to provide an approximation, we shall take a look at the various factors that play a role in determining the cost of dental implants patients presenting with one or more missing or irreparably damaged teeth can expect to pay:

1. The number of dental implants: Understandably, the cost of oral rehabilitation depends quite heavily upon the number of teeth requiring replacement.
2. The cost of dental implants and case complexity: The more complicated a patient’s oral health problems, the more work and resources is required from Dr. Brueggen and his team, which may result in greater costs.
3. The need for bone grafting surgery beforehand: In cases where patients present with advanced bone loss in the jaw, an additional surgery may be required before dental implants can be placed.

Your Questions Answered: How much do Implants Cost?

Now that you understand how the cost of oral rehabilitation can vary according to a suite of different circumstances, we can answer the question – how much do implants cost – with an approximate price list:

• Initial visit with Dr. Wayne Brueggen (includes consultation, treatment plan and X-rays) - $250
• To have one tooth replaced: Between $4,000 and $6,000
• How much do implants cost for three missing teeth? Between $12,000 and $15,000
• How much do implants cost for full lower or upper arch restoration? Between $27,500 and $35,000
• How much do implants cost for the rehabilitation of both dental arches? Approximately $50,000.
• Cost of dental implants for dentures attached to immediate function mini-implants: Between $4,000 and $8,000 per arch.
• Dental bridges attached to traditional endosseous root-form implants: Between $9,000 and $15,000 per arch.

The cost of dental implants as listed above includes the need for any tooth extractions (in cases where one or more teeth have become irreparably damaged or decayed). They also include the cost of the surgery required to place them, as well as all tooth restoration and any follow-up appointments.

How Much Do Implants Cost? A Final Note

If you have any further questions or wish to speak to Dr. Wayne Brueggen directly about the cost of dental implants, do not hesitate to contact the team here at the Brueggen Dental Implant Center!