What Are Dental Implants And Their Costs?

Are you considering replacing your lost tooth with a dental implant? Well, the high cost of a single dental implant might set you back. But before you give it all up, take a look at the general information about dental implants and several ways you can make them more affordable.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants require one or more titanium screws to be surgically inserted into the jawbone. The dentures are then attached to the screw. They are a hugely popular option to replace lost tooth/teeth because they provide a permanent and authentic looking replacement.

From how they work, dental implants seem to be perfect, except for their relatively high cost. Then, is it possible to make them cheaper?

How Much Does A Dental Implant Cost?

In 2019 the average cost of a single dental implant is around $2,000 and ranges from $1,000 to $3,000.

However, the headline costs for dental implants online often don’t tell the full story. And neither does the estimated $2,000 we’ve shown you here.

Why? Because the cost is only for the implant itself. A lot of additional costs associated with getting a dental implant are often not mentioned.

Once you take into account the costs of the abutment, the restorations/crown, and dental implant procedures like X-rays/CT Scans, the price can double.

So, you see the average cost of a single dental implant is actually around $4,000. Generally, it will be about $1,500 on the low end and $3,000 on the high end.

Why Is The Cost Of A Dental Implant So High?

Well, keep in mind that surgery is required when you’re getting a dental implant. That means there will also be a surgeon and anesthesia, etc.

And you’ll likely need an X-ray or CT scan and perhaps a bone graft or tooth extraction, all of which can raise the cost.

Also, if you want your dental implant to last a very long time, you’d better make sure that the implants and the associated crowns are made out of quality materials. The better the materials, the higher the cost.

In addition, where you live and the experience level of your cosmetic dentist will also affect how much you pay for a dental implant.

Payment Options For Dental Implants

The huge cost of a single dental implant can hold a lot of people back. To help their patients out, many cosmetic dentists offer payment plans and/or affordable finance options, which can help spread the costs out over time.

Also, more insurance plans are starting to cover part of the cost of dental implants. It’s a good idea to talk with your dental insurance company to see whether they can foot some of the bill.

Affordable Dental Implant Options

Lastly, if you’re looking for some ways to make dental implants more affordable, we have 5 options for you:

• 1. Dental Discount Plans, which can save you 10% to 60%.
• 2. Look into alternate options like removable partial dentures or tooth supported fixed bridges.
• 3. Check out your local dental school, which may offer discounted procedures.
• 4. Dental Tourism. The costs of dental procedures are much lower in some countries than they are in the U.S.
• 5. Shop Around. The cost of dental implants can vary between cosmetic dentists. So, get quotes from multiple dentists and even consult dentists in rural areas.

You can read our article 5 Ways to Get Affordable Dental Implants for more details.