Implant restoration is dubbed the third set of teeth for human being, enjoying a good performance in both aesthetics and function. Many may wonder how much it will be to seek an implant restoration. Actually, it varies from case to case. 

      In general it costs more than ten thousand yuan for one implant tooth, majorly linked with the following factors. 

    As we know, a complete implant restoration includes an implant post as artificial root, an abutment as connector and a crown for protection. It’s the post that accounts for major differences in price. Nowadays, there are various kinds of brand for implant post available, such as brands from South Korea, Germany and Switzerland. Implants from South Korea and Germany have gained an extensive application, with a price of more than ten thousand yuan. While Swiss-branded implants are more expensive, usually tens of thousand yuan per tooth. 

    Before conducting implant surgery, a dental check-up and other procedures may be needed, which cost additionally.

    It’s necessary to run a thorough check-up prior to surgery, such as X-ray film, periapical film, lateral projection and CT scan. Which kinds of exam you need depends on your specific dental condition. Each program costs differently, ranging from dozens of yuan to several hundred.

    Tests should also be performed to see whether there is dental calculus, gum inflammation and recession. If so, periodontal treatment should be sought accordingly before surgery. In mild cases, a cleaning procedure may work well to improve the condition, roughly costing a few hundred yuan. For advanced periodontal disease, however, patients may need systematic periodontal treatment and care which may cost several thousand yuan. 

    What alveolar bone to teeth is what soil to trees. As such, it’s of great significance to assess the width and height of alveolar bone before surgery. If your jawbone isn’t thick enough or too soft, a procedure of bone grafting will be required before placing the implant post. As for its price, it depends on the amount of bone-substitute material used, usually around several thousand yuan. 

    When there are residual tooth roots which are no long salvageable, an extraction should be scheduled, followed by implant restoration. Extraction typically costs several hundred yuan, which is excluded in the price of implant restoration.

    If one has suffered from tooth loss for a long time, chances are that adjacent teeth will tilt towards the blank socket. Under such circumstance, an orthodontic service may be needed first to realign teeth and make room for implant restoration.

    What mentioned above are some commonly seen conditions that may impact the cost of implant restoration. The specific dental conditions vary from patient to patient, so do the treatment plan and final fee. It would be sensible to consult with an experienced orthodontist and get a customized treatment plan. Please feel free to contact me if there’s any dental problem. (WeChat ID: aiyuan325180)