{"id":1506,"date":"2021-12-26T23:51:31","date_gmt":"2021-12-27T06:51:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theportdental.ca\/?p=1506"},"modified":"2026-10-04T11:53:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-04T17:53:18","slug":"factors-affecting-the-cost-of-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theportdental.ca\/blog\/factors-affecting-the-cost-of-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"What Affects Dental Implant Cost: The Factors Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dental implant cost factors fall into three groups: how many teeth you are replacing, what your jaw needs before an implant can go in, and what goes on top. Extractions, bone grafting, a sinus lift, 3D imaging, materials and specialist care can each add to the fee. Every mouth is different, so the only accurate number is a written estimate after an exam. For an overview of 2026 costs, insurance and financing, see our guide to dental implants cost in Calgary<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, we explain each factor in plain terms. At The Port Dental Clinic in Calgary NE, our dentists go through every item on your plan with you. Learn more about dental implants at our clinic<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How many implants do you need?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each implant has its own surgery, parts and lab work, so the number of implants is a major part of the fee. Replacing several teeth does not always mean one implant per tooth. Two implants can hold a bridge of three or more teeth. A full arch of teeth on an implant-supported denture needs several implants, and the number depends on your jaw and the design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you need a tooth removed first?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If a damaged tooth is still in place, it has to come out before the implant goes in. A simple extraction costs less than a surgical one. In a surgical extraction, the gum is opened or the tooth is sectioned (cut into pieces) to remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For reference, the Alberta Dental Association 2026 suggested fee guide<\/a> puts an uncomplicated extraction of one tooth (code 71101) at roughly $150 to $200, and a surgical extraction (code 71201) at roughly $300 to $350. These are suggested fees for general dentists, not this clinic’s prices. Actual cost depends on the tooth and your insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there enough bone for an implant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An implant needs enough healthy bone around it to stay firm. After a tooth is lost, the bone in that spot can shrink over time. The Canadian Dental Association notes that if your jawbone has shrunk or has not developed normally, you may be able to have a bone graft<\/a> to build it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A bone graft adds new bone material to the jaw. It means an extra procedure, materials and often more healing time before the implant goes in. Your dentist checks bone height and width on 3D imaging before recommending one. Your dentist will also explain who does the graft, here or with a specialist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a sinus lift?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The upper back teeth sit below the sinuses, the air spaces above the upper jaw. If there is too little bone there, a sinus lift raises the floor of the sinus and adds bone graft material underneath. This creates room for an implant. The American Academy of Periodontology<\/a> explains that the new bone is usually left to develop for several months before the implant goes in. A sinus lift is a separate surgical step that adds to the total cost. Your dentist will explain who would do it, here or with a specialist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3D imaging and treatment planning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Implant consultations at our clinic include 3D imaging. A common type for implant planning is a CBCT scan (cone beam computed tomography), a 3D X-ray of the jaw. It shows the height and width of the bone and where nerves and sinuses sit. A regular X-ray is a flat image, so it cannot show bone width in the same way. Your dentist will explain which scan you need and where it is taken. Imaging and planning time are part of the total cost. Our article on CBCT imaging for implant placement<\/a> explains more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Type of restoration: crown, bridge or implant denture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What sits on the implants is a large part of the fee. Each option is custom-made by a dental lab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n