How Much Does Dental Bone Grafting Cost?
The total cost of having a bone grafting procedure performed will depend on a number of factors, including how severe your case is as well as the type of grafting material that is used.
On average a bone graft costs between $300-$800 if the grafting material that is used is synthetic, whereas it may cost up to $3,000 if the bone graft is collected from your body. Factors that may impact the total cost for this type of bone graft include the surgical nature of the procedure and what type of dental sedation is used. Please note: if you have a dental insurance plan, your coverage may or may not cover the use of sedation.
There are additional procedures and tests that are part of the bone grafting process that are also important to keep in mind when thinking about costs. This includes things like your initial evaluation, diagnostic exams, and whether additional procedures are required before the bone graft can be performed. This may include procedures such as extraction of a tooth or multiple teeth, which can range from $100-$600, treating periodontal disease, which will vary depending on how severe your periodontal disease is, and finally the cost of your dental implants and how many implants are being placed.
During your initial evaluation, ask your periodontist to provide you with a breakdown of anticipated costs. If the total cost of having the bone grafting procedure performed is of concern to you, ask if your periodontal clinic offers in-house financing, or if they have any recommendations for how you might be able to cover the costs of the bone grafting procedure in a way that does not cause undue financial stress. Understandably, the cost of having this procedure performed is frequently a serious concern for many patients, however it is important to remember that you are investing in your quality of life and that having this procedure performed will improve your overall oral and physical health and may help you avoid developing oral or physical health issues down the road. By addressing this issue early on, you may be able to avoid having to deal with additional bills and more money spent in addressing these issues later on.
Is Bone Grafting Covered Under Dental Insurance?
The answer to this question is: it depends. Dental plans vary widely in terms of what procedures are covered and how much coverage is available. As such, it is important to contact your provider or see if your periodontal clinic is willing to work with your provider to determine what your out-of-pocket expenses will be and help you maximize your benefits.
Another important thing to consider is that, because bone grafting is typically performed as a preparatory procedure for having dental implants placed, you can schedule the bone grafting procedure towards the middle or end of the year, so by the time the grafting process is complete and you are ready to have your dental implants placed, your benefits will have already rolled over.