Implant procedures vary from very simple to very complex and this will affect the total cost. In some cases we can place your implants immediately; for others, we may need to rebuild bone that has atrophied before placing implants.

The type of prosthetics (artificial teeth) can also affect the cost and the number of implants that you need. For example, overdentures are essentially dentures that snap into place overtop of a bar supported by implants. These are generally the least expensive type of prosthetics, and you can remove them yourself.

Fixed-detachable teeth are denture teeth fused to a metal framework, which is then attached to the implants. These do not come out - only a dentist can remove them. They are more expensive than a removable overdenture.

Thirdly, a custom post can be fitted to your implant(s), and then a porcelain or porcelain fused to metal (gold) crown can be cemented to the post. These are also non-removable, and are generally the most expensive type of prosthetics.

Whenever you are asking for an estimate or making comparisons between prices, be sure to ask what is the total final cost to complete the treatment. For example, you may get a quote for most of the steps involved in the procedure, but not for items such as bone grafting, especially if your dentist does not offer that service. In this scenario, you could in fact end up paying more when your procedure is completed.

Implant treatments can vary from under $3,000 to over $20,000, depending on the complexity. The easiest way to find out more about costs for your particular treatment is to visit us for an initial consultation/examination, or you can email us for information, at bettersmiles@cosmeticimplantdentist.com, or call us at 604-434-0248, or toll-free at 1-888-534-8080.

In addition, because our dentists do all aspects of treatment for your implant at our office, costs can be less expensive since only one dentist is needed.

When we survey our patients after treatment, they tell us not only that it was worth it, but that they would happily do it again. For the vast majority of people, implants greatly improve their quality of life and bring considerable comfort.

If an implant is placed and fails to integrate, we will replace it at no cost to our patient. With proper technique, this is a very rare occurrence, however, should it happen we will determine and correct the problem and replace the implant. Once integrated, the success depends partly on the design of the prosthetics and loading, and we will treatment plan accordingly.

However, long term maintenance and home care is essential. Consequently, there is no way to fully guarantee anything which goes into the mouth and which is under the control of the individual patient, any more than a physician can tell you that a transplanted organ will keep you alive for a specific length of time. We will ensure your treatment plan is suitable for you; the implants are placed properly and provide you with the information for your home care and follow up appointments to evaluate your continued dental health. We will do everything we can to make the implant(s) succeed, but you also have to make the same commitment.