A single dental implant costs $2,005 to $5,255 in 2026
Pearl's May 2026 figures, built on ADA fee survey data, put the surgical placement of one implant at $2,005 to $5,255, about $3,075 on average. That fee usually covers the post only. The abutment and crown are billed separately and add a lot, so always ask for the all in price.
What goes into one implant
| Implant post placement | $2,005 to $5,255, about $3,075 (Pearl, May 2026). |
|---|---|
| Crown on top | About $1,015 to $2,670, like a regular crown. |
| Abutment | A separate connector fee. |
| Bone graft if needed | About $680 to $1,790. |
| 3D scan | Often billed separately. |
| Timeline | 4 to 9 months from start to final crown. |
What pushes a quote up
| Bone graft | Many sites need one first. |
|---|---|
| Implant material | Titanium is standard, zirconia prices differently. |
| All in or itemized | Some offices quote one flat fee, some each part. |
| Specialist | Oral surgeons and periodontists charge more. |
| Sedation | IV sedation is extra. |
Dental implant cost by region
| Lower cost states | $1,600 to $4,200. Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia and most rural areas. |
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| Average cost states | $2,005 to $5,255. Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and most mid size cities. |
| Higher cost states | $2,600 to $6,800. California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington, plus big metros such as Chicago, Denver and Washington DC. |
These rows are our estimate. We took the typical national range and adjusted it for local labor costs, which run about 20 percent lower in the cheapest states and about 30 percent higher in the dearest ones. Suburban and community offices often charge 15 to 30 percent less than dense metro practices.
The implant price is usually just the post
An implant has three parts: a titanium post placed in the jaw, a connector called an abutment, and a crown on top. Pearl notes the post fuses with the bone over 3 to 6 months before the crown goes on. Implants often last 20 years or more, and they do not require cutting down the teeth next to the gap.
Many ads show only the post fee. Ask for one number that covers the post, abutment, crown, any bone graft and the 3D scan. For upper back teeth, a sinus lift may be needed too.
Implant or bridge
A dental bridge is faster and cheaper up front but reshapes the teeth next to the gap and usually lasts 10 to 15 years. Replacing a whole arch is a different job. See our full mouth implants page.
How to judge the quote in your hand
- Ask for the all in price: post, abutment and crown.
- Ask if you need a bone graft.
- Ask who places it: dentist or specialist.
- Ask the timeline to the final crown.
- Ask what happens if it fails.
Ways to pay less
- Compare an itemized and a flat fee quote.
- Check a dental school implant clinic.
- Use insurance for the crown if the post is excluded.
- Ask about financing.
Before you decide
This page covers prices only. It is not medical or dental advice. Talk to a licensed provider about what treatment you need, and ask for a written estimate and your insurer's pre-authorization before you start.
What will this cost me?
Pick the job, your state's cost level and the last detail. The estimate updates as you change them.
An estimate built from published 2026 cost guides. It is not a quote. Get a written quote before work starts.
Common questions
How much is one dental implant?
About $2,005 to $5,255 for the post, around $3,075 on average. The crown and abutment cost extra.
What is the total for an implant and crown?
Often roughly $3,000 to $8,000 depending on grafts and materials.
Does insurance cover implants?
Some plans pay about half. Others exclude the post.
How long does an implant last?
Often 20 years or more with good care.