A single dental implant generally costs about $1,500 to $2,800 for the implant itself, with the full price rising if the site needs bone grafting or a sinus lift first. Material choice, site preparation, and the surgeon's experience move the number more than the implant hardware alone. At Sola Dental Spa in Staten Island, we verify your benefits and confirm the full cost, including any grafting, before treatment begins.
"Most of what changes an implant's price is not the fixture itself, it is the foundation. If the bone needs grafting or a sinus lift first, that is added surgery, and it is what keeps the implant stable for decades."
Dr. Daniel Nejat, DMD, Board-Certified Periodontist, Sola Dental Spa
If you are replacing one or more teeth, our dental implants page covers the procedure end to end. Here is what actually moves the number.
Two patients can be quoted very different amounts for the same single implant. The difference is almost always what the bone needs before the implant goes in, not the implant part itself.
Implant cost by material
| Material | Typical cost per implant | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Titanium | About $1,500 to $3,000 | Proven, most common, durable |
| Zirconia | About $3,000 to $6,000 | Metal-free, chosen for aesthetics |
What drives the price
- Whether the site needs bone grafting or a sinus lift first
- Material: titanium versus zirconia
- The abutment and the final crown, which are separate from the fixture
- The surgeon's training and experience placing implants
- How many implants, and whether a full arch is involved
What is included in a single-implant quote
A complete quote covers three parts that are sometimes priced separately: the implant fixture itself, the abutment that connects it to the crown, and the crown that sits on top and is visible when you smile. Any grafting or a sinus lift, if needed, is quoted as a separate step before the implant stage begins. Ask for all of these broken out on paper so you know exactly what the final number includes before treatment starts, and whether follow-up visits during healing are part of the fee or billed separately.
Titanium vs. zirconia: how to choose
Titanium has decades of clinical data behind it and is the standard choice for most patients, including those replacing back teeth where strength matters most and the metal collar is not visible. Zirconia is metal-free and chosen mainly for patients with a metal sensitivity or for front teeth where a very thin gum line could someday show a hint of gray at the margin with titanium. Neither material is more likely to fail when placed and cared for correctly; the choice is usually about aesthetics and individual anatomy rather than durability.
What the consultation covers
Before quoting a price, Dr. Nejat reviews a 3D scan of the jaw to measure bone height and width at the implant site. This is what determines whether grafting is needed, how long treatment will take, and whether the case is straightforward or requires staged healing before the implant can be placed. Patients leave the consultation with a written plan and a number, not an estimate that changes later.
Does insurance help?
Coverage varies. Many plans treat implants as restorative and cover part of the crown or the extraction, even if the implant itself is excluded. We verify your benefits and give you the full number, including any grafting, before treatment.
Single tooth vs. multiple implants
Replacing several missing teeth does not always mean paying for that many implants. Depending on spacing and bone support, a fixed bridge anchored on two or more implants can replace three or four teeth, which lowers the per-tooth cost compared to an implant for every gap. This is decided case by case once Dr. Nejat reviews the scan, since it depends on where the missing teeth are and how much bone is available to anchor the bridge.
How we approach it at Sola Dental Spa
Implants here are a two-specialist process: Dr. Nejat, a board-certified periodontist, places the implant and builds the foundation, and Dr. Gershkowitz designs and finishes the restoration. That division of labor is why the result looks natural and lasts. You can read more about Dr. Nejat on his bio page.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my implant quote higher than the base price?
Usually because the site needs grafting or a sinus lift, or because the abutment and crown are included. Those are real, necessary steps, not markups.
Is titanium or zirconia better?
Titanium has the longest track record and suits most cases. Zirconia is metal-free and chosen mainly for aesthetic or sensitivity reasons.
How long do implants last?
With good care, implants can last decades, often a lifetime, which is part of why the up-front cost is worth weighing against longer-term value.
Does bone grafting always add to the cost?
Only if the site needs it. Dr. Nejat evaluates bone volume with imaging at the consultation, and grafting is quoted separately so you know before treatment whether it applies to your case.
Can I get a full arch replaced with implants?
Yes. Full-arch cases use multiple implants to support a fixed bridge, and the pricing is different from a single-tooth replacement. We build a specific plan and cost at your consultation.