What one implant costs, part by part
One implant tooth is three billed parts, and the post is usually the largest. The table shows the typical national fee for each, so you can check an itemized quote line by line.
| Part | Code | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Implant post (placed in the jaw) | D6010 | $1,900 | $2,900.0 | $4,000.00 |
| Custom abutment (connector) | D6057 | $700 | $1,100.0 | $1,600.00 |
| Implant crown, porcelain/ceramic | D6065 | $1,200 | $1,750.0 | $2,400.00 |
| Total, one implant tooth | $3,800 | $5,750 | $8,000 |
The post fee comes from the FAIR Health average for D6010 ($1,990 in 2014) and the abutment and crown from the 2022 ADA Survey of Dental Fees ($1,000 and $1,564), all brought to 2026 dollars with the dental services price index.[1][2][3] An exam, X-rays or a 3D scan usually come first and are billed separately; price the full plan with the dental implants cost calculator.
Single tooth implant cost without insurance, by area
The same implant costs about a quarter more in the most expensive metros than in low-cost states, because office rent and wages differ. These are the totals for post, abutment and crown.
| Area | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. national average | $3,800 | $5,750 | $8,000 |
| Mississippi | $3,450 | $5,200 | $7,200 |
| Ohio | $3,600 | $5,450 | $7,600 |
| Texas: Dallas | $3,750 | $5,700 | $7,900 |
| Florida: Miami | $4,100 | $6,250 | $8,650 |
| Massachusetts: Metropolitan Boston | $4,200 | $6,350 | $8,850 |
| California: San Jose (Santa Clara County) | $4,700 | $7,150 | $9,950 |
Implant, root canal or partial denture: the price gap
When the tooth can still be saved, a root canal with a crown usually costs less than pulling it and placing an implant; the American Association of Endodontists says saving the natural tooth is generally the less expensive option.[5] A removable partial denture costs less up front still. Which option fits your mouth is your dentist's call; this table only puts the prices side by side.
| Option | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implant with extraction and bone graft | $4,450 | $6,750 | $9,400 |
| Implant only (tooth already gone, enough bone) | $3,800 | $5,750 | $8,000 |
| Keep the tooth: molar root canal + buildup + crown | $2,300 | $3,350 | $4,700 |
| Removable partial denture, metal frame | $1,550 | $2,500 | $3,500 |
See root canal cost by tooth and dentures cost for those options in detail.
Common mistake: budgeting for the post alone. Advertised "implant" prices often cover only the post; the abutment and crown can add more than the post itself. Ask for every code on paper.
Ways to pay less for one implant
- Ask for an itemized good faith estimate from both the surgeon and the restoring dentist.[6] See your right to a written estimate.
- Check a dental school with a prosthodontic or periodontic program; the ADA lists dental schools among lower-cost options.[8]
- Pay with HSA or FSA money: dental treatment is a medical expense under IRS Publication 502.[7] If the work spans two plan years, timing the stages can let you use two years of FSA money.
- Spread it out without interest: compare an office plan, a medical card and a loan with the dental payment plan calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a single tooth implant without insurance?
About $3,800–$8,000 for the post, abutment and crown, $5,750 typical nationally. Add about $1,000 if the tooth is pulled and grafted first, plus the exam and scan.
Is one implant cheaper than a root canal and crown?
No. A molar root canal with a buildup and crown typically costs $3,350, against $5,750 for an implant tooth alone.[5]
What does the implant crown cost on its own?
About $1,200–$2,400 (D6065), plus about $1,100 for the abutment it sits on.[2]
Sources
- Trends in Fees and Reimbursement Rates for the Most Common Procedures in Endodontics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, and Oral Surgery
- Cost-effectiveness of tooth preservation versus implant for persistent periapical pathosis (fees from the 2022 ADA Survey of Dental Fees)
- Consumer Price Index, dental services, U.S. city average (series CUUR0000SEMC02)
- MEPS HC-254B: 2024 Dental Visits public-use file
- What is a Root Canal?
- Good faith estimate guide (No Surprises Act, uninsured and self-pay patients)
- Publication 502: Medical and Dental Expenses
- Places to Look for Affordable Dental Care