Locator Denture Cost
If you are looking to replace more than one missing tooth or even all of your teeth, then you need to talk to the dentist about the best options for your case. You may not know anything about dentures or dental implants, but you know that replacing your teeth can’t be avoided any longer. If you already have dentures but are looking for a better fitting option that works better for you and your lifestyle, then you should talk to the dentist about implant supported dentures or overdentures.
An overdenture is a tooth replacement option that is just like a denture but it is not relying on your gums for support but dental implants. Overdentures usually have between two and six dental implants placed strategically in each jaw to provide an anchor for your replacement teeth. You do not need to try to suction your dentures in place and you do not need to worry about sticky or inconvenient denture adhesive. The dental implants work like the roots do for your natural teeth; your dentures are secure while you eat and talk. The overdentures will not slide on your gums or cause irritation on your gums like traditional dentures. One more added bonus of dental implant supported overdentures is the continued jaw bone good health. Your bones stay strong from stimulation from your teeth roots while you eat and bite. Without these roots, your jaw bone loses density and can cause your face to sag. Your mouth may even start to pucker. The dental implants perform the same way as your teeth roots and your jaw bone will continue to stay strong and will not leave you with premature sagging and puckering.
Overdentures can cost about $2500 on average; this price is affected by where you live, the experience of the dentist, the complexity of your particular case, and the materials being used. The first component that contributes to the total cost is the cost of the implant. Most people need between two to six implants to support one arch of their overdentures. Each implant can cost $1000 to $3000, so your total cost may be between $6500 to $20000. The dentist may need to perform additional procedures to get your mouth back to health or to ensure the long term success of your dental implants.
Locator implant overdentures can come with a larger price tag than traditional dentures, but traditional dentures need to be refitted almost every five years due to the loss of bone in your jaw as a result of wearing them. If you need to repair your locator implants, the abutments are made from plastic so they are low cost and easy to replace, as long as the implant is healthy.
Most dental insurance plans do provide coverage for dentures but they often do not cover the cost of overdentures or dental implants. Depending on your specific policy, you may have coverage for parts of the overdentures and their procedures. For many people, most of the costs will be out of pocket so be sure to talk to the dentist about the prices for your treatment plan.