How Much do Dental Implants Cost?

Dental implant treatment involves a variety of different fees that can impact your total costs. Some of the most common ones are:

  • Extracting any diseased teeth
  • Surgical placement of the implant
  • The number of implants that you need
  • Additional surgeries (such as bone grafting or sinus lifts)
  • The final restoration (crown, bridge, All on 4, etc.) that goes on top of the implant

Placing an individual implant usually varies but the more implants you need, the cheaper they become. For instance, getting 4-5 implants is about will cost a little less, because it’s more efficient for the dentist to place several at one time. Six or more implants, and the price drops even more per implant.

Why Implant Treatment May be Cheaper Than You Think

You don’t need a dental implant for every tooth that’s missing. That’s because implants are so strong, we can pair them together to support multiple missing teeth. For example, we might only use two implants to support a four-crown bridge, or four implants to anchor a 12-14 tooth wide “All on 4” prosthesis. This can save you hundreds to thousands of dollars in treatment expenses, without sacrificing the integrity of your smile.

Financing Options Dental Implant Treatment

Most dental insurance plans are beginning to cover implant therapy, at least partially. The balance on the treatment can easily be financed on a month-to-month basis that fits your budget. In most cases, 0% financing is available for up to 12 months. Longer payment plans go as far as five years out from your surgery, making this life changing process a true possibility for most people.

The only way to find out for certain exactly how much your implant treatment will cost is to have your mouth evaluated and a treatment plan created. Get a custom quote on dental implants for your smile by scheduling a free dental consultation at any time.

What To Expect After Dental Implant Surgery

So you’ve decided to get dental implants. You’re looking forward to having a full smile and being able to eat anything you want.  But you’re not looking forward to the surgery part of getting your new teeth; it makes you a little bit nervous because you just don’t know what to expect as part of the dental implant healing time. Getting implants is typically a low risk procedure.  Recovery is usually easy and you should able to go about your regular daily routines.

Dental Surgery Recovery

Recovery after dental implants may happen in a few different forms. No matter which way you and your dentist decide to go, there are a few things you can expect:

  • Swollen gums and jaw
  • Tenderness and possible bruising of skin and gums
  • Mild bleeding
  • Pain at the incision/implant.

Rest and Eat Well

Immediately after your dental implant surgery, the best plan is to go home and rest. Even if you didn’t have anesthesia, you’ll still feel tired and sore; sleep is the best cure in most cases. You may want to hold a wrapped ice pack on your face above the affected area for 20 minutes or so while you get comfortable on the couch or in your bed. When it’s time to eat, go for soft smooth foods that don’t require chewing: smoothies, mashed potatoes, yogurt, jello, and ice cream.  If you have a temporary denture over the area, make sure you clean it well, but don’t be too aggressive! Bone grafts can take up to 6 months to heal, but once the titanium or zirconia implant root has been implanted, the healing is usually swift.  In just a few short weeks, you’ll be ready to have your new teeth affixed to the implants. Some implants are restored the very same day. Our dental implant expert will make your smile look and feel so natural, you might forget that it’s implants! Schedule your free dental consultation today!