ðĐ Implant Cost Breakdown
What goes into the cost of a dental implant
The "cost of a dental implant" is actually the combined cost of 3-5 separate procedures performed over 3-9 months. Most patients are quoted a single number but don't understand what it covers - which leads to surprise bills when bone grafting or a sinus lift turns out to be needed.
The implant fixture itself (the titanium screw) costs $1,000-$2,500. The abutment (the connector piece) is another $300-$700. The crown (the visible tooth) costs $1,000-$2,500 depending on material. Add a bone graft ($300-$3,000) and potentially a sinus lift ($1,500-$4,000) and a single implant can easily reach $5,000-$8,000 all-in.
For the surgical healing timeline after placement, use our Healing Time Estimator. For bone graft volume calculations, see the Bone Graft Volume Estimator. To understand insurance coverage, check the Dental Insurance Calculator - most plans exclude implants or cover them at 50% with a lifetime maximum.