Types of Dental Implants 2026: All 9 Compared by Cost

Estimate your implant cost by type

The calculator below uses CareCredit 2026 national averages as the baseline. Adjust for bone graft need, implant quantity and provider type to get a personalised range.

The 9 types of dental implants — costs and ideal candidates

The table below is the first source to combine CareCredit ASQ360 2026 national average pricing with candidate-fit guidance for all nine types in a single view. Competitors either list types (no cost data) or list costs (no type narrative).

(CareCredit ASQ360 national averages, 2026)

Endosteal implants — the gold standard ($4,344 avg)

Endosteal implants are placed directly in the jawbone and account for the vast majority of implant placements in the U.S. The titanium post fuses with the bone through osseointegration over 3-6 months, then supports a custom crown.

When a bone graft is needed: Patients with insufficient bone height or density often need augmentation first. An allograft (donor bone) adds roughly $249 to the base ($4,344 → $4,593 avg). An autograft (your own harvested bone) offers the best biological result but costs more ($4,344 → $5,580 avg) and requires a second surgical site. In most cases where bone is deficient, endosteal plus graft still outperforms subperiosteal for long-term stability — see the trade-off analysis below.

Cost-per-year advantage: Expected lifespan is 20-30+ years with proper oral hygiene. At $4,344 over 25 years, the annualized cost is roughly $174/yr — dropping to approximately $87/yr if the implant lasts 50 years (not uncommon). No other single-tooth replacement achieves that annualized cost over time.

Subperiosteal implants — when bone is too thin ($2,804 avg)

A subperiosteal implant rests on top of the jawbone beneath the gum tissue. It was originally designed for patients who lacked the vertical bone height required for endosteal placement.

The key trade-off vs endosteal + bone graft: Subperiosteal costs $2,804 avg — less than endosteal + autograft ($5,580 avg), a $2,776 delta. However, modern bone grafting techniques have significantly improved outcomes, and many oral surgeons now prefer the grafted endosteal route because it rebuilds actual bone mass and supports the implant more naturally over time. If long-term stability is the priority and you have the budget, the extra $2,776 for endosteal + graft is often justified. If minimizing surgery and cost is paramount and your bone loss is moderate, subperiosteal remains a valid option.

Mini dental implants — lower cost, different use case ($860 avg)

Mini implants have a diameter under 3mm, roughly half that of standard implants. They are primarily used to stabilize lower complete dentures or in narrow ridge sites where standard diameter posts cannot fit.

The cost-per-year reality: At $860, a mini implant looks dramatically cheaper than a standard implant. But mini implants carry a higher failure rate under heavy occlusal load and typically last 5-15 years before replacement may be needed. Over a 15-year horizon: one replacement cycle brings the gross cost to $1,720, or approximately $115/yr — closer to an endosteal implant at approximately $174/yr amortized over 25 years. For denture stabilization rather than a standalone crown, mini implants remain a cost-effective choice.

Immediate-load implants — same-day teeth ($3,255 avg)

Immediate-load (same-day) implants allow a provisional prosthetic to be attached on the same day as surgical placement. The $3,255 avg reflects the additional lab and surgical coordination required.

Who qualifies: Excellent primary implant stability and high bone density are prerequisites. Patients with significant bone loss, smokers or those with uncontrolled diabetes typically do not qualify. When done correctly, outcomes are comparable to conventional loading; when primary stability is insufficient, failure rates rise sharply.

All-on-4 — full-arch restoration ($15,176/arch avg)

All-on-4 uses four strategically placed implants per arch — the two posterior implants are tilted up to 45° to avoid the sinus cavity and maximize contact with available bone. A fixed full-arch prosthetic is attached.

Cost compared with alternatives: All-on-4 at $15,176/arch is significantly less expensive than All-on-6 ($29,980/arch avg). For patients with moderate bone loss in the upper jaw, All-on-6 or 3-on-6 may be clinically preferable. For the lower jaw where bone tends to be denser, All-on-4 is often the recommended approach. See the full All-on-4 cost guide for a deeper breakdown.

All-on-6 and 3-on-6 — extra stability ($29,980 and $12,474 avg)

All-on-6 adds two more implant posts to the All-on-4 design for better load distribution. It is particularly preferred in the upper jaw where bone density is lower. The $29,980/arch avg is nearly double All-on-4 — the premium reflects the additional implants and the more demanding prosthetic work.

3-on-6 uses six implants per arch but divides the prosthetic into three bridge segments rather than a single piece. This can simplify future repairs (a damaged segment can be replaced individually) and is favored by some surgeons for its biomechanics. At $12,474/arch avg, it sits between All-on-4 and All-on-6 in cost.

Zygomatic implants — for severe bone loss ($3,918 avg post only)

Zygomatic implants anchor in the zygomatic (cheek) bone rather than the maxillary jawbone, bypassing the need for extensive bone grafting in the upper jaw. The $3,918 avg is the post cost alone — full-arch zygomatic restorations including the superstructure commonly total $30,000-$50,000 per arch.

They are reserved for patients with the most severe upper jaw bone loss where conventional grafting is not feasible or practical. Placement requires a highly specialized surgeon and carries higher complication risk than standard implants.

Implant-supported bridge — replace adjacent missing teeth ($5,195 avg)

An implant-supported bridge uses two implants to anchor a bridge that replaces two to three adjacent missing teeth — eliminating the need to shave down healthy adjacent teeth as required for a tooth-supported bridge. At $5,195 avg for a single-unit traditional bridge supported by implants, it is cost-competitive with replacing each tooth individually.

How implant type affects your total cost

The type of implant is only part of the total treatment cost. These add-ons commonly apply regardless of implant type:

(Sources: CareCredit ASQ360 national averages 2026; FAIR Health consumer cost tool 2025)

For the full implant cost breakdown including hidden fees, see the dental implants cost hub. If you are still deciding between an implant, a bridge, or a denture, the implant vs bridge vs denture cost comparison puts all options side by side over a 15-year horizon. Smokers considering implants should read smoking and dental implants — nicotine use increases failure risk and affects which type is safest.

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Independent pricing and market research, not medical advice. Treatment choice depends on your clinical situation — consult your dentist. Prices compiled June 2026.

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