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Dental Costs in Knoxville, TN

Residents of Knoxville pay around $3,400 for a single dental implant19% lower than the Tennessee state average of $4,179.

Avg Implant Cost
$3,400
trending_down19% vs State Avg

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paymentsEstimated Cost

$2,363
Low Estimate
$3,400
Average Cost
$4,760
High Estimate

* Estimates based on 2026 U.S. national averages. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Affordability vs U.S. Average
115
Excellent

100 = U.S. average. Higher is more affordable.

Dental Costs in Knoxville, TN

Expect to pay around $3,400 for a dental implant in Knoxville — 19% lower than Tennessee's $4,179 average. Compared with the $4,507 national average, it lands 25% more affordable. With 89 clinics tracked, Knoxville ranks 2nd cheapest of the 4 Tennessee cities in our data. Adjust the calculator above and get 2–3 written quotes first.

Lower the bill without insurance

Without insurance in Knoxville, the main ways to save are University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry (Memphis, founded 1878), TennCare Adult Dental Benefit (Medicaid) — comprehensive for all adult enrollees at no cost (since 2023); administered by Renaissance Dental from Nov 2025, and Mid-South Mission of Mercy (MidMOM, Memphis).

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Patient FAQs: Knoxville

How much are dental implants in Knoxville?

The average cost for a dental implant in Knoxville is $3,400. This is 19% lower than the Tennessee.

How can I save on dental work in Knoxville?

Without insurance in Knoxville, the main ways to save are University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry (Memphis, founded 1878), TennCare Adult Dental Benefit (Medicaid) — comprehensive for all adult enrollees at no cost (since 2023); administered by Renaissance Dental from Nov 2025, and Mid-South Mission of Mercy (MidMOM, Memphis). as well as in-house membership plans and 0% financing.

Is Knoxville expensive for dental work?

Knoxville is 25% more affordable than the national average. Comparing written quotes from 3+ clinics is the most reliable way to find a fair local price.

Researched & verified by the Real Dental Costs Data & Research Team

Independent dental pricing research — every series carries a named source, and corrections are logged publicly. Not medical advice.

Reviewed: How we verify our data

Data Methodology & Sources

The Real Dental Costs Data & Research Team publishes the source of every series. Single-implant prices are our own observed dataset, published openly (DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20531728). Braces, veneer, crown and denture prices are from the Average Procedural Cost Study conducted by ASQ360° Market Research for Synchrony's CareCredit. Remaining procedures are compiled from published payer and provider fee data (2024–2026) and are national estimates that vary by provider and location. Corrections are logged publicly.
Pricing & Research Disclaimer: Real Dental Costs publishes independent dental pricing and market-research data for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment recommendation. Costs vary by provider and location — always consult a licensed dentist for clinical guidance and an exact quote.