When people start looking into dental implants, one of the first questions they ask is, “How much do dental implants cost?”
It’s a fair question — and also one of the hardest to answer with exact numbers. That’s because costs can vary a lot depending on where you live, the complexity of your case, your provider’s experience, and the quality of materials used.
But here’s what surprises many people: the long-term cost of not restoring your teeth can be even higher. Constant repairs, ongoing discomfort, missed meals, and the emotional weight of hiding your smile all add up over time.
Still, let’s break it down by type so you can get a general idea of what’s out there — and see why, for many people, full mouth dental implants are actually more in reach than they might think.
Tip: While pricing is important, it’s also worth considering what you’re getting for the investment — long-term health, function, and confidence that can last a lifetime.
*Important: The prices listed here are based on public data from third-party sources and are not quotes for treatment at Nuvia Dental Implant Center.
Single Tooth Implants
A single dental implant is designed to replace one missing tooth. The cost usually covers a titanium post, an abutment, and a crown on top.
The cost for a single tooth implant typically ranges from $3,500 - $5,000. Depending on your location, your provider’s experience, and if you need additional bone grafting, your cost could be higher or lower.
While it’s a great long-term fix for one missing tooth, the cost per tooth can add up quickly if you need several. That’s why people missing most or all of their teeth often look into full mouth options — it’s efficient for replacing many failing teeth and gives a natural, permanent result.
Implant Bridges
When several teeth in a row are missing, implant-supported bridges can be a smart choice. They use fewer implants to support a row of teeth instead of one implant per tooth.
Generally, providers charge the standard rate for each implant ($3,500–$5,000) plus about $1,000 for the crown that connects the implants.
That means a typical three-implant bridge costs around $8,000–$11,000 in total — usually less than replacing each tooth individually but more than a single implant.
Full Mouth Dental Implants (All-on-4 and Similar Systems)
For people missing 5 or more teeth, full mouth dental implants are the gold standard. You get a completely new set of permanent teeth that look and feel natural.
Traditional methods may take up to 10+ months and often involve multiple surgeries, bone grafts, and a set of temporary dentures.
At Nuvia, patients can get permanent zirconia teeth in just 24 hours — no waiting months in temporary “healing” dentures or living in fear that something you eat could break the temporary plastic set of teeth. Everything happens in one place, from surgery to final smile, with a team of experts including an oral surgeon, restorative dentist, and CRNA all working together.
How Much Do Full Mouth Dental Implants Cost?
Full mouth dental implant costs can range widely and depend on several factors:
- Location: Prices vary by region and cost of living. (See our Average Cost of Dental Implants by State – 2025 Guide for detailed state-by-state estimates.)
- Case complexity: Patients with advanced bone loss or other oral health issues may need additional procedures, such as specialized longer implants that anchor in stronger bone areas, which can increase total cost.
- Provider experience and technology: Surgeons with advanced training and centers that use digital 3D planning or in-house labs may charge more — but they also deliver more predictable results and fewer follow-up costs.
At Nuvia, pricing is all-inclusive and provided up front — covering surgery, anesthesia, the permanent zirconia teeth, and the two follow up appointments in the process.
There are no surprise fees or separate lab charges. Most patients find that knowing the complete cost from the beginning makes planning and financing easier and less stressful.
And if you’re thinking full mouth dental implants are way outside of your budget, you may be surprised at how affordable they can be. Randee’s story below is both hopeful, but also common. With some budget tweaks and financing options, a new smile could be more within reach than you think.
How Randee Made Full Mouth Implants Affordable—on a Fixed Income
Randee, a disabled Army veteran living on a fixed income, thought full mouth dental implants would always be out of reach.
“I live on a specific income a month, and that doesn’t change,” he said. “So I was real concerned about that.”
He’d worn dentures for nearly ten years — free through veteran services — but they just didn’t work. “Free doesn’t always mean the best,” he said. “They hurt, they slipped, and they made me bleed.”
When Randee found Nuvia, he was drawn in by the idea of getting permanent teeth in 24 hours. Still, he worried: Could I really afford this?
Financing Options and How Randee Made It Work
Randee had a feeling it would be difficult for him to get a loan in his specific situation. What he didn’t know is that he would still have options.
During his consultation, everything was explained up front — from price to payment options.
“What I loved was right then, right there in the office, everything was laid out to me, what options were. You know, sure you can pay cash. Sure you can do this, you can do all these things. But I'm not in that situation, that's not my life.”
Randee soon learned that financing applications are quick, but approval depends on personal credit and income — and that patients who don’t qualify right away may still have other options, including having a trusted friend or family member co-sign or take out the loan on their behalf.
“We went through the process, takes like two seconds. It's really, really easy. And pretty much, they're like, ‘not right now. It's not gonna work for you… but you have the option because we have the capability if someone else wants to take on this loan and take out this loan for you, it's possible and we can do that’. And I'm like, wait a minute. What? Say that again?”
That’s when Randee realized there was still a way forward.
He was able to get in touch with a trusted family member who right away was able to help get the loan on his behalf. He then scheduled his surgery for the next week and within 24 hours of the procedure, he had his permanent smile.
Even though the loan was in his family member’s name, Randee makes the payments himself each month.
The Truth About Cost: It’s Not One-Size-Fits-All
There’s no universal price tag for dental implants because no two smiles (or bone structures) are exactly alike.
Things that can influence cost include:
- How many teeth need to be replaced
- Whether bone grafts or extractions are needed
- The type of materials used (like zirconia vs. acrylic)
- Your location
- Your provider’s training and technology. You often pay for what you get, and when it comes to a new smile that you want to last a lifetime, you probably want a highly skilled and experienced provider, not someone who is lowering prices to drum up business.
But what many people don’t realize is that financing options exist — and they can make life-changing dental work possible, even for those on a fixed income.
Why Full Mouth Implants May Cost Less Than You Think
If you’ve ever thought, “That’s too expensive for me,” you’re not alone. Many people feel the same before they actually see what’s possible.
Between financing, flexible plans, and the fact that this is a one-time, permanent solution — full mouth dental implants are often more affordable than living with ongoing dental problems or replacing dentures every few years.
Randee summed it up best:
“Sometimes you have to go for the best, and the best isn’t always free. But it was my life and my health — and I wasn’t letting this opportunity get past me.”
Take the First Step
You don’t need all the answers today — just take the first step.
Take the 60-second quiz to see if you may be a candidate for permanent teeth in 24 hours.
It’s quick, easy, and could be the start of your own transformation — just like Randee’s.
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