5 Questions to Ask Before Paying for Your Implant
5 Questions to Ask Before Paying for Your Implant Updated April 23 2025 | Reading time ≈ 8 min Avoid Regret. Know the Right Questions. Dental implants are permanent—but so is financial regret. The cost can swing by thousands, depending on what you ask (or forget to ask). Here are the 5 most important questions you must ask your dentist before signing a treatment plan, along with how to decode the answers. 1. Is This a Global Fee or Just the Implant? Many clinics advertise “Implants from $999” —but that’s only the titanium screw. You’ll also need: Abutment (connects implant to crown) – $400–$900 Crown (tooth cap) – $900–$1 800 Imaging (CBCT) – $150–$300 Follow-up exams – often billed separately Ask this: “Is your quote a global fee, or are parts billed separately?” 2. What Brand of Implant Will Be Used? Not all implants are created equal. Top-tier brands like Straumann, Nobel, Bi...