Original Medicare does not help pay for dental implants, but you may have other options to cover the cost.
Let’s explore details about dental implants, what Medicare can offer and more.
Does Medicare cover dental implants?
2-minute readPublished 03/28/2024Updated 10:05 AM EST, 12/09/2025
Key points
- Original Medicare Parts A and B don’t cover dental routine cleanings, fillings, tooth extractions, or items like dentures and implants.
- Medicare Advantage plans may offer some coverage for preventive and routine dental care.
- High-cost elective procedures like dental implants aren’t usually covered by Medicare or Medicare Advantage plans.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made of titanium alloy. The shape is similar to a screw, and the implant is placed in your jawbone to bond with your natural bone. Once the bond forms, the implant becomes a sturdy base to support 1 or more artificial teeth, called crowns.
What parts of Medicare pay for dental implants?
A Medicare Advantage plan (Part C) is your only option for getting dental implants covered through your Medicare coverage. Some Medicare Advantage plans provide dental benefits and some may include some coverage for dental implants.
You might also consider Medicare Advantage Optional Supplemental Benefits (OSBs). These plans go beyond what is covered by Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. One example is a dental OSB, which may provide coverage for more extensive dental services like crowns, dentures, or orthodontics.
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2-minute readPublished 03/28/2024Updated 10:05 AM EST, 12/09/2025
How much do dental implants cost?
The cost of dental implants is different for everyone. The procedure has multiple parts and each part can have its own fees. Parts of a dental implant procedure may include:1
- Comprehensive dental exam, including 3D imaging
- Extraction of problem teeth, if necessary
- Installation of the dental implant(s)
- Placement of the abutment hardware (piece of metal that connects the implant to the crown)
- Fabrication of the dental crown
- Placement of the crown
Nationally, the average cost of a single dental implant is around $2,100 but can range from $1,600 up to $4,100 per tooth. And that doesn’t include the cost of the dental crown that must be attached to the implant, although some plans may help pay for that.2
Learn more about Medicare and dental care
For more information, including how to get coverage for dental services Medicare doesn’t cover, check out Medicare and dental care .
Frequently asked questions
1. Does Medicare cover other dental services?
Original Medicare doesn’t cover most dental care, including procedures like cleanings, fillings and extractions, or supplies like dental devices. Original Medicare may pay for some dental services that are closely related to other covered medical services.
2. Are dental implants worth it?
Only you and your dentist can answer this question. If you’re considering the procedure, discuss with your dentist the pros and cons of getting dental implants.
3. Does Medicare cover dentures?
No. Dentures are not covered by Original Medicare.
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2-minute readPublished 03/28/2024Updated 10:05 AM EST, 12/09/2025
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