Wisdom teeth removal costs $400 to $1,055 in 2026
Pearl's May 2026 figures, built on ADA fee survey data, put wisdom tooth removal at $400 to $1,055, about $615 on average. Most quotes are priced per tooth, so all four cost more. IV sedation or general anesthesia is usually billed on top.
Cost by case
| National range | $400 to $1,055, about $615 (Pearl, May 2026). |
|---|---|
| Erupted tooth | Less than impacted teeth. |
| Impacted tooth | More, because it needs surgery. |
| All four | Most quotes are per tooth, so multiply. |
| IV sedation | Billed separately in most quotes. |
What pushes a quote up
| Erupted or impacted | Impacted teeth need surgery. |
|---|---|
| Number of teeth | Most quotes are per tooth. |
| Anesthesia | IV sedation adds significant cost. |
| Dentist or oral surgeon | Oral surgeons charge more. |
| Imaging | 3D scans may be extra. |
Wisdom teeth removal cost by region
| Lower cost states | $325 to $850. Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia and most rural areas. |
|---|---|
| Average cost states | $400 to $1,055. Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and most mid size cities. |
| Higher cost states | $525 to $1,375. 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.
What is included, and what is not
Pearl lists what a wisdom tooth quote usually includes: local anesthesia, the surgical removal, stitches, instructions and a follow up visit. Often billed separately: IV sedation or general anesthesia, bone grafts, extra pain medication, treatment of dry socket or infection, and 3D imaging.
Most people have all four removed in one visit under sedation, which means one recovery. Recovery usually takes 4 to 7 days.
PPO plans often cover medically necessary removal at 50 to 80 percent after the deductible.
How to judge the quote in your hand
- Ask per tooth or all four.
- Ask the sedation price separately.
- Ask if the teeth are impacted.
- Ask if imaging is extra.
- Get pre-authorization.
Ways to pay less
- Use your dental plan if removal is medically necessary.
- Ask about local anesthesia only for simple teeth.
- Compare an oral surgeon and a dentist for simple cases.
- Do all four at once for one recovery.
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.
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An estimate built from published 2026 cost guides. It is not a quote. Get a written quote before work starts.
Common questions
How much does wisdom teeth removal cost?
About $400 to $1,055, around $615, in Pearl's national data.
Is it per tooth?
Most quotes are per tooth.
Is sedation included?
Usually not. IV sedation is billed on top.
How long is recovery?
Most people are back to normal in 4 to 7 days.