Dental Costs in Tennessee
Residents of Tennessee often pay different rates than the national average. Whether you need affordable care at University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry (Memphis, founded 1878) or private treatment, our guide breaks down the real 2026 costs for Implants, Veneers, and Braces.
Based on Cost of Living Index (90.5) and local competition.
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Dental Treatment Costs in Tennessee
Tennessee offers a lower cost of living with an index of 90.5, directly affecting dental procedure prices. The average cost of dental implants in Tennessee is $4,179, which is 7% below the national average of $4,507. Based on our 2026 analysis, Tennessee is considered an affordable market for dental care.
Our verified data covers 4 major cities including Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and more. The most competitively priced city is Chattanooga, where implants average $3,300. Residents of Tennessee can access University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry (Memphis, founded 1878) for reduced rates through supervised student clinics, or explore programs like Mid-South Mission of Mercy (MidMOM, Memphis) for financial assistance.
Dental insurance coverage in Tennessee includes options such as TennCare Adult Dental Benefit (Medicaid) — comprehensive for all adult enrollees at no cost (since 2023); administered by Renaissance Dental from Nov 2025. With a coverage rate of 75%, many residents supplement insurance with dental savings plans or financing.
2026 Procedure Price List
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Observed low–average–high across the 4 Tennessee cities tracked in our open dataset (DOI). No estimated ranges.
What insurance actually pays on Tennessee prices
Carriers publish an annual maximum but never the procedure price it has to absorb. Our Tennessee fact sheet applies the tier structure and the cap to the figures above, alongside Medicaid acceptance and county-level shortage data — and it downloads as a citable PDF.
Financial Aid in Tennessee
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Dental Schools
Reduced rates available at University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry (Memphis, founded 1878), Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry (Nashville, founded 1886 — HBCU).
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Check eligibility for Mid-South Mission of Mercy (MidMOM, Memphis) for medically necessary procedures.
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Insurance Authority
Regulated by Tennessee Dental Association (TDA) & Tennessee Board of Dentistry. Programs: TennCare Adult Dental Benefit (Medicaid) — comprehensive for all adult enrollees at no cost (since 2023); administered by Renaissance Dental from Nov 2025, Delta Dental of Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do dental implants cost in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, dental implants average $4,179. This is 7% lower than the national average. University clinics like University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry (Memphis, founded 1878) often offer reduced rates.
Are there dental grants in Tennessee?
Yes, residents of Tennessee may qualify for programs like Mid-South Mission of Mercy (MidMOM, Memphis) or charitable care through the Tennessee Dental Association (TDA).
Does Medicaid cover dental work in Tennessee?
Programs like TennCare Adult Dental Benefit (Medicaid) — comprehensive for all adult enrollees at no cost (since 2023); administered by Renaissance Dental from Nov 2025 typically cover improved dental services for children and emergency extractions for adults, but rarely cover implants or veneers.
City Price Breakdown
| City | Implants | Clinics | vs State Avg |
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| NashvilleImplants: $4,000 | $4,000 | 198 | -4% |
| MemphisImplants: $3,500 | $3,500 | 156 | -16% |
| KnoxvilleImplants: $3,400 | $3,400 | 89 | -19% |
| ChattanoogaImplants: $3,300 | $3,300 | 67 | -21% |
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How Tennessee compares nationally
See where Tennessee lands in the 2026 State of US Dental Costs report, crown costs ranked state by state, or download the open US Dental Cost Index behind these figures.
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