Does Insurance Cover Dental Implants?
By Dr. Eastwood – Summerbrook Dental & Implants, Fort Worth, TX
A question I hear almost every week is, “Does insurance cover dental implants?” The honest answer is—it depends on your insurance plan.
Many standard dental insurance plans do not fully cover dental implants. This is because insurance companies often see implants as a “non-essential” or elective procedure, even though they are one of the best ways to replace missing teeth. However, more plans are starting to offer at least partial coverage as implants become more common.
If your plan does offer implant coverage, it might help pay for certain parts of the process. For example, it could cover the tooth extraction, the crown that attaches to the implant, or part of the implant surgery itself. In other cases, insurance might only cover the cost of a less expensive option, such as a bridge or denture, and you would pay the difference if you choose an implant.
At Summerbrook Dental & Implants, my team can help you check your specific benefits. We contact your insurance provider, explain exactly what is covered, and give you a clear idea of your out-of-pocket cost before treatment begins.
If your plan does not cover implants, we offer third-party financing so you can make monthly payments that fit your budget. We never want cost to be the reason you delay getting the care you need.
We are a no-judgment office, and our goal is to help every patient get a healthy, confident smile—whether you have full coverage, partial coverage, or no coverage at all.
If you are thinking about dental implants and want to know how your insurance can help, call Summerbrook Dental & Implants today. We’ll walk you through your options and create a plan that works for you.