Dental Costs in Knoxville, TN
Residents of Knoxville pay around $3,400 for a single dental implant — 19% lower than the Tennessee state average of $4,179.
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* Estimates based on 2026 U.S. national averages. Actual costs vary by location and provider.
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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.
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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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Implant: observed average for Knoxville from our open dataset. Veneers & braces: Tennessee state averages — ASQ360° Market Research for CareCredit (2023–24); orthodontic and cosmetic prices do not track local implant prices, so we show the state figure instead of estimating a city one.
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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.
Independent dental pricing research — every series carries a named source, and corrections are logged publicly. Not medical advice.