Several factors influence the overall cost of dental implant treatment. Understanding these can help you make informed decisions about your dental implant journey.
1. Number of Missing teeth
This is a primary cost factor. The more teeth you’re missing, the more implants (and related procedures) you’ll likely need, increasing the overall expense.

2. Bone Quantity, Quality, and Procedural Complexity
Just as a house needs a strong foundation, dental implants require sufficient bone support. If bone loss has occurred, bone grafting may be needed to create a stable base. One common challenge is sinus pneumatization, where the sinuses, particularly in the upper molar area, expand and reduce bone thickness. This can be addressed with a sinus lift procedure. (Learn more about sinus lifts here.

3. Teeth Migration
When teeth are missing, neighboring teeth can shift, affecting implant placement. These migrations can worsen over time, so we recommend replacing missing teeth with implants within a year of extraction to minimize the need for additional corrective procedures.

4. Implant Position
It’s true that dental implants for your front teeth typically involve a higher cost compared to those for in the back teeth. This difference arises primarily from the often necessary additional procedures, such as bone and/or gum grafting, to ensure a stable and aesthetic foundation. Furthermore, achieving a truly natural and aesthetically pleasing smile with front teeth requires meticulous attention to detail during the implant process.
As you can see in the images below, we prioritize aesthetics in the front by utilizing tooth-colored connectors (abutments). This helps the implant seamlessly blend with your natural teeth. For the molar teeth, where durability and long-term function are paramount, we use robust titanium connectors (abutments). This ensures the implant can withstand the forces of chewing for years to come.

5. Implant Brand
Just like cars, dental implants come from various manufacturers, some more reputable and advanced than others. Choosing the right implant brand is critical for long-term success. Unlike a car, replacing a failed implant is a complex procedure involving further bone loss and potentially less predictable outcomes. At Boston Finesse Dental Implant Center, we use premium implant brands at a price comparable to standard brands, because we believe in the significant long-term difference it makes. We prioritize your long-term success and want to avoid the complications and costs associated with implant failure. For more information, please check out this post below.
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6. Location of the Dental Office:
Dental implants cost is higher in urban/metro areas than rural areas. While Finesse Dental Implant Center is located in downtown Boston, we strive to keep our implant costs at a standard range.
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Boston Finesse Dentistry & Implant Center
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