Cost of Dental Implants – Fort Worth, TX

Types of Dental Implants

Depending on your individual case, Dr. Patel might suggest one of the following options for dental implants:

• Single Tooth Implant – Using a single titanium post, we will replace one missing tooth. This type of restoration includes the implant post, a metal abutment, and a custom-made dental crown.
• Implant Bridge – Using a similar set up as a traditional bride, the only difference is that the two crowns on the outside of the prosthetic will sit on top of two implants that will be surgically placed into your jawbone. These restorations replace multiple missing teeth that are consecutive along your arch.
• Implant-Retained Denture – Naturally, the costliest, yet, the most cost-effective option is an implant-retained denture. This replaces all your teeth along an arch using between 4 and 6 dental implants. The reason you can save more money with an implant-retained denture instead of a traditional denture is because of the number of times you’ll be required to see your dentist for relining, adjusting, or replacing your dentures.

What Are the Stages of Dental Implant Treatment?

Each stage of the dental implant placement process incurs a separate fee. To better understand each phase, we’ve provided a breakdown:

• Initial Consultation: This is the first stage of your treatment. Here you will speak to Dr. Patel about your goals and what type of dental implant you think you might need. After examining your smile, he will offer suggestions on how to replace your missing tooth or teeth, as well as provide information about the procedure and overall cost of your treatment.
• Dental Work: This stage isn’t always necessary; however, for patients will minimal bone density, gum disease, or tooth decay, it will be necessary to take care of these dental problems prior to moving forward with dental implant placement.
• Surgical Procedure: The process of placing the implants, abutments, and custom restoration will be a separate charge, as it takes precision, patience, and skill on behalf of the individual placing your new smile.
• Abutment: Your abutments are necessary to ensure your restoration sits appropriately on top of your dental implants.
• Custom Restoration: Whether it is a dental crown, implant bridge, or an implant-retained denture, your custom prosthetic will incur its own fee, which might be covered all or in part by your dental insurance company.

Are Dental Implants Worth the Investment?

While this can only be determined by you, the team at Studio Dental of Chisholm Trail believes dental implants are a worthwhile investment. Why? Here are just a few reasons:

• Permanence unavailable with any other tooth replacement solution
• Greater functionality when it comes to eating, chewing, or speaking clearly
• A lifetime of enjoying a beautiful, healthy smile
• Improved oral health because of the implant’s ability to restore your entire tooth structure
• Greater feeling of confidence in how you look and feel
• Easy to maintain and clean

Does My Dental Insurance Cover Dental Implants?

It will be important for you to review your dental insurance policy to find out if any or all of your procedure is covered. While most insurance companies will not pay for the implants, there are aspects that might require less money spent out of your wallet, including:

• Any pre-dental implant work (periodontal therapy, bone grafting)
• Consultation
• Custom restoration
• Anesthesia/Sedation

If you are uninsured, Dr. Patel and his team can help you get signed up for dental financing through a third-party financier. Offering a variety of plans, you can feel confident moving forward with your implant procedure while being able to manage payments that are more closely aligned with your budget.