How Much Do Denture Implants Cost?
The total cost of your denture implant will depend primarily on what type of denture implant you have placed. The total cost of treatment will also depend on whether additional procedures need to be performed prior to placement of your implant. Examples of preparatory procedures include treating periodontal disease, tooth extraction, a bone graft or ridge augmentation.
The first cost you will incur will be your initial appointment, during which a personalized treatment plan will be developed based on your unique needs. After conducting a thorough examination, your periodontist will be able to determine whether you are a viable candidate for denture implants and what type of denture implants are best suited to your needs and specific treatment goals. They will also likely take diagnostic exams to gather more information about your jawbone density and the underlying structure of the jawbone, which will be an additional cost to the total treatment.
One of the most important things you can do at this appointment is to ask for a detailed timeline of procedures that need to be performed along with their anticipated costs. If you are covered under a dental insurance plan, be sure to bring this information with you to your appointment. Although you may need to contact your provider to determine what procedures are covered, many times clinics will provide this service to their customers free of charge to ensure that you maximize your benefits. Patients with dental insurance who require multiple procedures will often schedule one appointment towards the end of the year to max out their benefits before they roll over, just in time for the next procedure.
In addition to this timeline and cost estimates, it is also a good idea to discuss the payment policies of the clinic. Many clinics offer payment plans for patients who are not covered under a dental insurance plan or who cannot afford the cost of treatment at that time. Conversely, some clinics offer a discount to patients who pay for procedures in full at the time of service.
Once you have a clear understanding of what the cost of denture implants will be, you can better plan how you will manage to cover the treatment financially and in a way that works best with your schedule.
Consider the Benefits
If you would like to get denture implants but are not certain whether or not doing so will be worth the cost, it may be helpful to keep in mind the many ways in which you will benefit from having this procedure performed, which includes the following:
- Permanent solution
- Looks and feels like your natural teeth
- Reduces your risk of developing additional oral health issues
- Prevents deterioration of your jawbone
- Improved functionality for chewing and speaking
- Stable
- Comfortable
- Improved self-confidence
Although the process of getting denture implants can be an intense and expensive experience, keep reminding yourself of how good it will feel to have a fully restored smile again!
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