What dental implants cost, and what "starting at $99 a month" means

Why implants have no single price

Most people ask about cost first. That is fair. Your implant plan is made for your mouth. One front tooth is a small job. All your top teeth is a big job. So the cost is very different.

That is why you get your exact price after an exam and a 3D scan. Then we know what you really need. Before that, any price is a guess.

What changes the cost

These things decide what your treatment includes:

• How many teeth you replace, and how many implants hold them
• If a damaged tooth needs to come out first
• If your bone needs a graft (added bone) to hold an implant
• If your gums need treatment first
• The teeth on top: one crown, a bridge, a snap-on denture, or a full row of teeth

What "starting at $99 a month" means

Our dental implants start at $99 a month. This is a monthly payment plan through financing. You pay a little each month instead of all at once.

"Starting at" means payments begin at $99. Your amount depends on your treatment and the payment terms you pick. One implant and a full row of teeth will not cost the same. That is normal.

Before we start, we go over the steps, timing, total cost and monthly payment. You know exactly what you are saying yes to.

Insurance and Medicare

We take most dental insurance plans. Some plans help pay for parts of implant care. Others do not. Call us with your plan details, and our team will check what applies to you.

Medicare.gov says Original Medicare does not cover most dental care. That includes cleanings, fillings, dentures and implants. We take most Medicare supplemental plans. Bring your card, and we will check what your plan includes.

Cost over the years

When you compare options, look past the first bill. Think about how long each one lasts and what care it needs.

A regular bridge means shaving down healthy teeth next to the gap. The American Dental Association says this on its MouthHealthy site. An implant stands on its own. Cleveland Clinic says the implant can last a lifetime with good care. The crown on top may need replacing after many years.

Dentures usually cost less at first. But they often need a reline (a refit) every year or two. Most need replacing every seven to ten years or so, because your mouth keeps changing.

The best choice depends on your mouth, your health and your budget. Your dentist shows you each option side by side.

How to get your real price

Here are the steps:

• Call 305-271-1421. New patients can ask for a free implant evaluation.
• Come in for an exam and a 3D scan (CBCT) in our office.
• Go over your plan with Dr. Calderon or Dr. Faget: the steps, timing and total cost.
• Talk about financing and insurance with our team. Then decide at your own pace.

Common questions

This article is general information, not medical advice. Your dentist will confirm what is right for you at your exam. General information checked against: medicare.gov, my.clevelandclinic.org, mouthhealthy.org, my.clevelandclinic.org.