The cost of a dental implant can
range from $1800 up. The exact cost
varies because each patient presents a unique set of circumstances and
factors. The variables that may affect
the procedure range from your age, oral health, jaw bone anatomy, bone grafting
to whether or not more complex treatments such as a sinus lift are
necessary. In addition, the type of
dental implant and the restorative crown or denture impacts the cost of the
total restoration. Finally, the number
of times the patient needs to visit the dentist can affect the cost of the
procedure. It is not a cookie cutter
process.
The dental implant
procedure involves several steps between multiple specialties.[1] The
first step is the placement of the dental implant, which may involve the
extraction of a tooth and the placement of bone grafting material. The latter is done to fill the void created from
the removed tooth. Once this is
completed, the dental implant needs time to properly integrate with the bone
and create a healthy fusion in order for the crown to be attached. In most cases the healing period is 3 – 6 months.
The last step is the restoration, which is placing the crown on top of the
dental implant structure.
Coverage under your medical plan
may be available, depending on your insurance plan and the cause of tooth loss.
If treatment is not covered by your dental insurance, or if you don’t have
insurance, you may be able to setup a finance plan. Many dental
offices offer financing plans, allowing patients to finance dental procedures,
many times with no interest.
During your consultation we
provide you with a breakdown of fees. We also discuss the various dental implant
options and try to cover all the costs that are involved. It is during the initial consult where you
should be given payment options and strategies to accomplish the treatment.
Feel free to give us a call to see if you are
an implant candidate.
Novy Scheinfeld, DDS, PC
290 Carpenter Drive, 200A
Atlanta (Sandy Springs), GA 30328
404-256-3620
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