How Much Does Crown Lengthening Cost?
On average, crown lengthening will cost anywhere from $1,000 to $4,000 Every patient will have slightly different needs when it comes to crown lengthening, which means the total cost will vary depending on the number of teeth involved and what areas need to be treated. Because there is no definite cost, it is important to discuss anticipated costs with your periodontist prior to scheduling this procedure. To determine the anticipated costs, a thorough examination will be performed, which will likely include diagnostic radiographs and exams. Once this exam is complete, a treatment plan can be developed, which may include preparatory procedures that can impact the total cost.
Another factor that will determine total cost is whether additional procedures need to be performed along with your crown lengthening and your level of dental benefit contribution.
Every benefit plan is different, so be certain you contact your provider to determine what will be covered and what will not or see if this is a service the office you are seeing provides to its patients.
The following overview provides a range of potential additional costs that may be associated with the crown lengthening procedure.
- Dental Exam: $100-$300
- Panoramic X-ray: $100-$250
- Cone Beam CT: $150-$750
- Periapical X-ray: $25-$50
- Moderate Sedation: $400-$800
- Deep Sedation: $450-$950
Payment Options
Every office has different policies regarding payment policies, but many do offer their patients payment plans and have 0% or low percent financing options available. When available, a down-payment is typically necessary (usually around half the total cost of the procedure, but this can vary) after which the remaining balance can be paid off over an agreed-upon period of time. On the flip side, some offices also offer a discount to patients who are able to pay for their procedure in full before the time of service.
If you are not covered under a dental benefit plan and/or your office does not provide financing options, you may consider other avenues such as a dental discount plan. In a dental discount plan, members pay a set fee to become a member, which usually amounts to 50-80% of the normal cost. Dental discount plans have become a popular alternative to dental insurance plans as they do not come with the hassle of limited reimbursement, yearly caps, or waiting periods. Additionally, some dental discount plans cover cosmetic procedures, while most insurance policies do not. While shopping for dental discount plans, it is important to be aware that every dental plan is different in what types of procedures it covers. As you begin shopping around, make sure you find a plan that covers the costs of crown lengthening.