Tooth Implant Cost

When faced with the question of what tooth implants cost, there is no simple answer. Dental implants vary in cost depending on the dentist, geographical location and other procedures that are required for the placement of an implant. So while there simply isn’t a way to tell exactly what your implants will cost you, there are a few general guidelines to help you estimate the price.

One of the biggest things that will affect the place of your tooth implant, however, is the kind of implant you need. If a patient needs to have more than one tooth replaced, they have some options open to them that can significantly reduce the price per tooth that needs replacing. Lost teeth aren’t always replaced using the same procedures, depending on your specific case, your dentist will usually be able to recommend the best way of replacing any teeth you might be missing.

Single Tooth Implants

Single tooth implants are exactly what the name suggests: a single implant that’s like an ordinary tooth in that it’s implanted into the jaw using a screw that acts as the root of a tooth and a crown, that looks exactly like a real tooth, is then placed on an abutment.

Single tooth implants are very effective for the replacement of missing teeth. In the US, these implants range in price and can cost anywhere between $2000 and $10,000 per tooth.

Single tooth implants are very effective for the replacement of missing teeth. The fact that they’re implanted into the jaw stimulates bone growth and replaces missing bone tissue. In the US, these implants range in price and can cost anywhere between $2000 and $10,000 per tooth. While $10,000 is quite hefty amount, the average cost of a single dental implants in America tends to be about $4250.

All-On-4 Dental Implants

It’s possible for dentists to replace missing teeth using a dental implant bridge (meaning one implant has more than a single tooth) that’s implanted into the jaw with screws. The benefit of this method is that it provides a more affordable option for patients who need to replace many of their teeth. All-On-4 dental implants are done using four implants to replace a whole arch of teeth, meaning that you’ll only need eight implants to replace both the teeth in your upper and lower jaws. Because of the screws that are implanted into the jaw, this option is also able to help replace missing bone tissue and stimulate bone growth. All-On-4 dental implants are the best way to replace your whole mouth full of teeth and the procedure is relatively quick and painless.

The cost of All-On-4 dental implants can range from $35,000 to $60,000. Although the option is still on the pricey side, the benefits of having your teeth replaced using implants instead of dentures can be well worth the cost.

Cost Considerations

All-On-4 dental implants are done using four implants to replace a whole arch of teeth, meaning that you’ll only need eight implants to replace both the teeth in your upper and lower jaws.

Should you wish to have teeth replaced, the best option would always be to talk to your dentist. He or she will be able to talk you through your options and assist you in choosing the right option for your budget and personal needs. However, there are still many variables that will determine the cost of your own implants, such as tooth extractions, bone grafting procedures and the cost of X-rays and CT scans.

When considering a life changing dental procedure such as dental implants, it’s important to choose a dentist that’s both experienced in the placement of implants and makes you feel at ease. You might also want to consider having your implants placed by a prosthodontist, which is a dentist specializing in the replacement of missing teeth.

Prosthodontics is one of nine dental specializations recognized by the American Dental Association. It’s a branch of dentistry that mainly focuses on placing dental prosthetics, such as dental implants and other procedures meant both to replace teeth entirely, or restore teeth that have been damaged.

If you’re in Florida (or would like to come to Florida to receive treatment from Dr. Stone), you can book an appointment with Dr Stone. Dr Stone is a Fort Lauderdale prosthodontist who’s been practicing for more than thirty years. He has an on-site laboratory to help reduce the cost of implants and offers his patients the option to pay with CareCredit, a company that allows patients to pay for dental procedures in monthly installments.