A single dental implant, including the post, abutment, and crown, typically costs $3,000 to $4,500 per tooth at Sola Dental Spa in Staten Island, with financing available to spread that over manageable payments. Implant surgery here is performed by Dr. Daniel Nejat, DMD, a board-certified periodontist, which is a meaningful part of what the number buys. The full treatment picture, from planning to final crown, is on our dental implants page.
Expect $3,000 to $4,500 for a complete single-tooth implant at Sola Dental Spa. Preparatory work such as extractions or bone grafting adds cost when needed. Measured against decades of service, implants are usually the least expensive tooth replacement per year of use.
“When patients ask why implants cost what they do, I walk them through what the fee actually covers: three-dimensional imaging, surgical planning, a titanium fixture placed to fractions of a millimeter, and months of supervised healing before the crown ever goes on. As a periodontist, I place implants all day. Precision at the surgical stage is what makes the next twenty-five years uneventful.”
Dr. Daniel Nejat, DMD, Board-Certified Periodontist (Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology), Sola Dental Spa
A retired firefighter from Huguenot priced implants at three offices after losing a molar to a cracked root. The quotes confused him because none covered the same things. Ours itemized everything: imaging, extraction, the implant, the healing phase, the abutment, and the crown, with a financing schedule beside it. He told us afterward that seeing one honest total, rather than a teaser price with asterisks, was what settled his decision.
What exactly does the fee cover?
Diagnostics and 3D imaging, the surgical placement of the titanium implant, the healing and integration period, the abutment that connects post to tooth, and the custom crown. Reputable quotes include all five.
The implant itself is a titanium post that fuses with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration, described by the American Dental Association as the foundation that lets an implant function like a natural tooth root. The line items that inflate or shrink quotes elsewhere are usually the abutment and crown, which some offices price separately. When you compare offers, compare completed teeth, not surgical fees. A deeper breakdown of the variables lives in what factors affect dental implant cost.
What can add to the base price?
Extractions, bone grafting when the jaw has thinned, sinus lifts for upper back teeth, and replacing several teeth rather than one. Each is identified during planning, never sprung on you mid-treatment.
Bone volume is the most common variable. A tooth missing for years lets the surrounding bone shrink, and grafting rebuilds enough foundation to hold an implant securely. This is precisely where a board-certified periodontist earns the title, because grafting and implant placement are core periodontal surgery, not occasional side work. Every addition is imaged, explained, and priced in writing before anything begins.
Are implants actually worth it compared to alternatives?
For most patients with a missing tooth and adequate health, yes. Bridges typically need replacement every 10 to 15 years and require grinding down neighboring teeth. Dentures need relining and replacement. A well-maintained implant routinely serves for decades.
The arithmetic favors implants over time. A bridge involves cutting two healthy neighbors and buys roughly a decade per cycle. Removable options cost less upfront and most in daily compromise. An implant preserves the neighboring teeth, stimulates the jawbone the way a root does, and asks only for the hygiene you already owe your natural teeth. The fuller comparison is in dental implants vs. dentures.
| Option | Typical upfront cost | Typical service life | Hidden costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental implant | $3,000 to $4,500 per tooth | Decades with good care | Few; ordinary hygiene |
| Three-unit bridge | Comparable to a single implant | 10 to 15 years per cycle | Two neighboring teeth ground down |
| Partial denture | Lowest upfront | 5 to 8 years | Relines, replacements, bone loss continues |
Frequently asked questions
Does dental insurance cover implants?
More plans contribute than a decade ago, often toward the crown portion, though full coverage remains uncommon. We verify your specific benefits and put the numbers in writing before treatment.
Why do quotes vary so much between offices?
Mostly because they describe different things: some quote only the surgical fee, leaving the abutment and crown as surprises. Compare complete, finished-tooth totals and the credentials of whoever is operating.
Is it cheaper to just pull the tooth and leave the gap?
Upfront, yes. Over the years, no. A gap lets neighboring teeth drift and bone shrink, and correcting those consequences later costs more than the implant would have.
How long does the whole implant process take?
Several months for most patients, because the bone needs time to fuse with the titanium before the final crown goes on. The staged timeline is mapped for you at the planning visit.
Who actually places the implant at Sola Dental Spa?
Dr. Daniel Nejat, DMD, a board-certified periodontist, handles surgical placement, and the restorative team finishes the crown. Specialist surgery with cosmetic finishing is the whole point of our model.