There are a number of different dental bone grafting procedures that can be performed using different grafting materials - that's why there is a wide range of prices for dental bone grafting. Other factors that influence the cost of bone grafts are the size of the treatment site, the amount of time the procedure takes, and how much pre- and post-operative care the patient needs. Additionally, dental materials may be indicated to aid in the bone grafting process. These dental materials such as Infuse and Gem-21 are very expensive and thus leads to a more expensive procedure. The good news is that these products greatly enhance success. They also decrease the pain and cost associated with more invasive bone harvesting procedures that were required in the past when these products were not available.
Pricing for dental bone grafts starts at approximately $300 to $800 per tooth or implant area and can go up to $2000 to $3000 per implant site. Keep in mind that these prices only refer to the cost of the bone grafting. Once the graft site is fully healed an implant can be placed, and the cost for implants is in addition to dental bone graft costs.
Many dental insurance plans provide either partial or total coverage for bone grafting when the procedure is deemed to be medically-necessary. If the bone loss was caused by an accident or injury, other financing options may be available. Unfortunately, dental insurance generally has a maximum benefit of $1000 - $2000 per year so make sure you check your yearly maximum benefit. Also, if it’s a new policy, look out for pre-existing condition clause and wait period requirements.