Single Tooth Implant vs All-on-4 Dental Implants: Cost Comparison (2026)
Single Tooth Implant
$4,500
$3,000 – $6,000
All-on-4 Dental Implants
$22,000
$15,000 – $30,000
$17,500 difference
Single Tooth Implant costs $17,500 less than All-on-4 Dental Implants on average.
Single Tooth Implant vs All-on-4 Dental Implants at a Glance
| Factor | Single Tooth Implant | All-on-4 Dental Implants |
|---|---|---|
| Typical cost range | $3,000 – $6,000 | $15,000 – $30,000 |
| Average cost | $4,500 | $22,000 |
| Recovery time | 7–180 days | 7–180 days |
| Procedure time | 60–120 min | 120–300 min |
| Risk level | Low | Moderate |
| Insurance coverage | Sometimes | Sometimes |
Cost Breakdown Comparison
Single Tooth Implant
implant_materials
$1,102-$2,0470.35%
surgeon_dentist_fee
$1,102-$2,0470.35%
facility_fee
$472-$8770.15%
anesthesia
$251-$4680.08%
imaging_lab
$220-$4090.07%
All-on-4 Dental Implants
implant_materials
$5,389-$10,0100.35%
surgeon_dentist_fee
$5,389-$10,0100.35%
facility_fee
$2,310-$4,2900.15%
anesthesia
$1,232-$2,2880.08%
imaging_lab
$1,078-$2,0020.07%
Key Differences
- Cost: All-on-4 Dental Implants is typically more expensive, averaging $17,500 more than Single Tooth Implant.
- Recovery time: Single Tooth Implant requires 7–180 days of recovery, while All-on-4 Dental Implants requires 7–180 days.
- Insurance: Single Tooth Implant insurance coverage: sometimes. All-on-4 Dental Implants insurance coverage: sometimes.
- Risk level: Single Tooth Implant is rated low risk, while All-on-4 Dental Implants is rated moderate risk.
- Procedure time: Single Tooth Implant takes 60–120 minutes compared to 120–300 minutes for All-on-4 Dental Implants.
Which Should You Choose?
This is a cost-and-logistics comparison, not medical advice — the right procedure depends on your diagnosis and your surgeon's recommendation. On the practical factors in our data, here's how the two stack up:
Lean toward Single Tooth Implant if…
- it costs less — about $17,500 cheaper on average
- the procedure itself is quicker (60–120 min vs. 120–300 min)
- it carries a lower risk profile (low vs. moderate)
Lean toward All-on-4 Dental Implants if…
On cost, recovery, procedure time, risk, and insurance, All-on-4 Dental Implants doesn't hold a clear edge over Single Tooth Implant in our data.
Cost difference: about $17,500 separates the two on average ($4,500 for single tooth implant vs. $22,000 for all-on-4 dental implants). Always confirm pricing and insurance coverage with your provider before deciding.