How Much Do Implant Supported Dentures Cost?

There is not one flat rate for your new implant supported dentures; the price will vary from person to person.  There are a number of factors that will affect the price to replace your pearly whites.  A new set of dentures can cost between $1,500 and $4,000 without taking into consideration materials other than porcelain, procedures to prepare your mouth, the implants, where the implants are placed, and the anesthesia for the procedures.  Everyone will have variations in the size of the denture and the experience of the dentist performing the procedures and designing the dentures, all impacting the final price for the implant supported dentures.

Factors Affecting Cost

Implant Type

When you and your dentist are discussing the options for your treatment plans, the first decision to make is the type of implant to use to secure your dentures.  The traditional implants cost between $1,600 to $2,200 per implant, are the widest available and offer the most secure positions for full dentures.  Mini implants offer smaller costs of $500 to $1,500 each as well as a smaller device than traditional implants.  Mini implants are ideal for people whose mouths are not as healthy or strong enough to support traditional implants and open the possibility of implants to people who were once excluded from consideration for implant supported dentures.  Mini implants are not as supportive and more likely to need to be replaced than traditional implants.  So, the mini implants may come with a smaller price tag upfront, they may end up costing more if they do not last as long as traditional implants.

Number of Implants

There is a cost for each implant that you need to support your dentures, full or partial.  The newer techniques may allow for as few as four implants to support your dentures, but not everyone’s jaw bone is strong enough for those specific placements.  Other people may need as many as six to eight implants to secure a full denture or even fewer than four to support a partial denture.

Preparatory Procedures

The dentist will need to prepare your mouth for the implant procedures and for you to regularly wear dentures.  With age, you may suffer from gum disease or bone loss and both of these will need to be addressed before the dentist surgically implants supports for your dentures.  You may need to have remaining teeth removed, gum tissue grafts, bone grafts, root canals to remove infections or even tooth extraction.  Bone grafting alone can cost between $600 and $2,600.

Denture Quality

When discussing your dentures with the dentist, one of the many choices you will make is the material of your replacement teeth.  Some materials are more durable while others can mimic the color and shape of teeth well.  Typically, the better quality dentures can last multiple decades if they are cared for properly.  The cost for the varieties range from $300 to $5,000.

Choosing an Experienced Dentist

Before you start your implant supported denture treatment plan, you also should consider the experience and training of your dentist.  With increased experience and training, you will have a professional who will be able to help you move toward a healthier dental future.  If your mouth requires more preparation involving gum or bone grafting or you want your dentures to most closely resemble your original teeth, you may want to talk to dentists who specialize in those areas.  With more focused disciplines and more schooling, the cost of the services increase.  Talk to more than one professional and look at some photos of their work before you commit to one.

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