Question: What is the cost of snap on dentures?
Dr Samuels: A "snap on" denture can mean many different things. Dentures can range from $500 to $5000 depending on who's doing them. "Snap on" dentures can imply that some implants are involved so you have to add approximately $5000 for 2 implants and the snap on attachments. You can also snap on dentures onto existing teeth which would decrease the cost.
Question: I need 1 dental implant, what can I expect to pay? What is a mini dental implant?
Dr Samuels: The average cost for an implant and the post and implant crown is about $4000. Mini implants are a quick, less expensive way to replace teeth. However, the success rate decreases with mini implants.
Question: I want to get dental implants, but every time I go to a dentist I get frustrated with the lack of details regarding the time and price of the procedure. I am missing my front right tooth(if you are facing me) and the two immediate teeth to the right of it. They always say im a good candidate but never give me a price. I will not hold you to any figures but can you give me a ball park figure of the cost of surgery.
Dr. Samuels: If you are missing 3 upper teeth in a row, you will probably require 2 implants. The average cost of surgery is about $4000 and the average cost to replace the teeth (3 unit implant bridge) is about $4500. Keep in mind that each case is unique and depending on many factors these costs could be higher or lower.
Question: What is the average cost of a dental implant (lower)?
Dr. Samuels: As a general rule, the cost for a single dental implant with the post and crown is about $4000. Of course there are many types of implants and many variables as to the condition of the bone, etc. that could require further treatment. In addition, depending on the part of the country could also have an influence over the cost. I've seen implants for as little as $2800 and as much as $5500.
Question: I want to have dental implants in the lower jaw,but I have some bone missing,an surgeon has told me that I needed more bone for the implants to support the bone,what can I do?
Dr. Samuels: Today, bone grafting is a normal predictable procedure associated with placing implants in locations where there is insufficient bone. If you are seeing an oral surgeon or periodontist for this procedure you are probably in good hands. Some general dentists and prosthodontists do bone grafting as well.
Question:Are there any side effects to dental implants?
Dr. Atcha: There are no side effects to dental implants. They are safe and will take to your body very well.
Question:What are advantages and disadvantages of Dental Implants over Dentures?
Dr. Atcha:
Dental Implants hold your jaw bone from shrinking. Dentures do not.
Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth, Dentures
are not. Dental implants look and feel and function like natural teeth
Dentures will not. There is no advantage of having a denture only
disadvantages.
Question: I was diagnosed with colon cancer a little over a year
ago and was treated with Xeloda and my last treatment was in February
'08. I am cancer free but continue to do cat scans every 6 months for
the next four years. Having said that, do I qualify for upper dental
implants?
Dr. Atcha: Yes, you are a candidate for dental
implants. I am glad your condidion is better now. If you have good bone
and are in excellent health otherwise there are no reasons for you not
to go with a dental implant treatment. However when choosing an implant
dentist, please be sure to find out their level of training and how
much experience they have with dental implants. Always consult with
your physician when seeking extensive dental care and get a medical
clearance.
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