September 15, 2025

The Cost of Saving Natural Teeth vs Dental Implants With Permanent Teeth

Last Updated:
September 15, 2025
Find Out If You May Be Eligible
For Permanent Teeth in 24 Hours

Get The Dental Implant Cost Guide
Woman pulling down lip to show her bottom teeth and dental implants

Table of Contents

Key Takeaways: 

  • Temporary fixes add up fast — crowns, root canals, and dentures don’t always last and can get expensive over time.
  • A new set of permanent teeth is a one-and-done, permanent solution to failing and missing teeth.
  • Nuvia delivers permanent teeth in 24 hours — it doesn’t need to take up to 10+ months to get a new smile.

At what point does it make more sense to stop trying to save failing natural teeth… and choose a permanent solution instead?

It’s not always an easy decision.

Maybe you've had a few crowns, a root canal, or some gum treatments — and you're hoping this next fix is the last one.

But if more than a few teeth are breaking down, the costs don’t just add up as a pile of bills — they add up in frustration, pain, and time.

Eventually, you’ve got to decide, Is it more effective to fix a failing tooth over and over again... or replace it with something built to last?

That’s where full mouth dental implants come in — These aren’t just a cosmetic fix, they are also a long-term, one-and-done solution for people who are done with short-term fixes.

Angel’s Story: Deciding on Dental Implants Instead of Trying to Save Her Natural Teeth

*Actual NUVIA patient(s) who may have been compensated for sharing their story. Not all those who come in for a consultation are eligible for this treatment. Results may vary in individual cases.

Angel didn’t expect to break a tooth while trying to eat a piece of chicken. But that moment was a breaking point for her.

“I started to cry, and I was just like, ‘Lord, I need you to fix it. I need you to fix it.’ And I immediately opened Facebook. I don't know why– in the middle of my tears– and there was a Nuvia ad.

She knew something had to change — not just to fix one more tooth, but to take back her health, her confidence, and her ability to live again.

And that’s exactly what she did. She came to Nuvia for a consultation and a smile design. She then scheduled her procedure and within 24 hours of her surgery, Angel had a brand new, permanent smile.

Describing her experience, Angel said “The people from start to finish, my phone call, going into the office, the reception desk, the nurses, the techs, the doctors, from beginning to end, it was amazing.”

She continued, “But also being able to eat, I had peanuts for the first time, you all, in twelve years. I ate an apple for the first time in ten years. That is amazing for me. It is the most beautiful experience.”

Angel smiling before and after getting new teeth with dental implants

The Hidden Cost of Trying to “Save” Natural Teeth

When Angel’s tooth broke, she had the choice to try to save it and other failing teeth, or to get a one and done solution for all of them.

If you’re struggling with missing or failing teeth, you may also be facing the decision to get a permanent solution, or try to fix each tooth one by one. And if a tooth can truly be saved — great.

But when multiple teeth are cracked, decayed, or missing– each dental procedure doesn’t necessarily bring you closer to a healthy smile. Sometimes each treatment is simply delaying the inevitable.

For example, what starts as one crown that fails could become a root canal, then a second one, and potentially turn into a partial denture. This can get expensive.

If you’re trying to save 5 or more failing teeth or are battling with partial/full dentures, there’s a possibility that you’re paying way more than you need to for solutions that aren’t designed to be permanent.

Dental Implants: A “One and Done” Investment

More and more people are realizing just how much it costs to try to save too many failing, natural teeth

And instead of paying the endless dental bills, thousands of patients are opting for full mouth dental implants and the one-time investment in a permanent solution. 

Full mouth dental implants aren’t just another procedure. They’re a reset.

At Nuvia, the process is simple.

  • One surgery to remove any remaining teeth and place the dental implants. Done by a board-certified oral surgeon and dedicated anesthesia provider. Plus you have a restorative dentist working to craft you a beautiful smile.
  • You’ll return 24 hours after the surgery to get your set of permanent teeth — made onsite at Nuvia’s in-house lab.

Why is it so Hard to Find Information about Dental Implant Cost?

Angel was asking herself the same question. Now, having invested in herself and her new smile, this is what she says:

“It was a little difficult trying to do research and not being able to get a clear price… It's so vague, and there's a reason for that. Price is different for every person, but there is a cost guide, and it will help you better understand what your options are, ways to finance, and other ways that you can get this done for yourself.”

It’s true — dental implants aren’t one-size-fits-all. Every case is different based on your bone, your needs, and what you want for your new smile.

If you’re looking for a clearer picture of dental implant pricing, see the cost guide here.

The Real Solution to Failing & Missing Teeth

If you’re facing the decision to keep repairing failing teeth or move forward with something permanent, you’re not alone — and you’re not without options.

Angel’s story is just one example of what can happen when you stop patching and start fresh.

She did her research. She took the 60-second quiz to see if she could be a candidate. And for her, it was worth it.

If you’re in that same place — unsure, comparing options, looking for answers — start by taking the same 60-second quiz to see if you may be eligible for permanent teeth in 24 hours.

FAQs

No items found.

Lucy Steckler

SML MKR

Lucy Steckler manages the website at Nuvia Dental Implant Center. Having spent over a year being involved in dental content creation, she finds purpose in helping individuals find answers to their dental implant questions and learn more about the benefits of permanent teeth in 24 hours.

No items found.
No items found.

Cost Guide

Dental Implant Cost Guide

2025 Cost Guide

This guide is designed to walk you step by step through the dental implant process and each dental implant type with their associated costs.

  • Different implant types and their average costs
  • 4 little known factors that affect pricing
  • How much will dental & health insurance typically cover for dental implants?
  • What 1000’s of average Americans are doing to make this treatment affordable.
  • And more...
Get the Guide

Top Must-Read Articles: Answers to Your FAQs

All Resources

Do Dental Implants Hurt? What to Expect From Dental Implant Surgery

Read Article

Dental Implants Vs. Dentures - How Implants Can Help

Read Article

How Much Are Full Mouth Dental Implants 2025 Breakdown

Read Article

Immediate Load Dental Implants and Your New Smile

Read Article

I Need Dental Implants – What’s Next? How to Take the First Step

Read Article

Dental Implants for Seniors - Top 3 Must-Knows

Read Article

2 Years Later - What are the Disadvantages of Dental Implants?

Read Article

2 Years Later - What are the Disadvantages of Dental Implants?

Read Article

Nuvia's Permanent Teeth in 24 Hours VS Teeth In A Day.

Read Article

Do Dental Implants Hurt? What to Expect From Dental Implant Surgery

Read Article

Dental Implants Vs. Dentures - How Implants Can Help

Read Article

More Articles Like This one

Are Dentures for Elderly People the Best Option? Pros and Cons

Read Article

Are Dental Implants Safe? All About the Procedure and Potential Risks

Read Article

Dental Implants for Seniors - Top 3 Must-Knows

Read Article

Are you ready to start living your best life?

Take the 60-Sec Eligibility Quiz