Dental Implant Costs in 2026 Explained by a Winston-Salem Dentist [Video Breakdown]

Maybe you’re excited about restoring your smile with dental implants. But covering the price tag before the end of the year might feel out of reach. At Keider DDS, we’re happy to tell you that you can manage dental implant costs in 2026. Dr. Matthew Keider has served countless patients in Winston-Salem for decades, even when they thought they couldn’t afford it.

How is it possible? The first step is to explore what your dental implant treatment plan entails. Then, submit your insurance during your visit for a comprehensive coverage breakdown. Finally, manage the remaining expenses with one of the many convenient financing options at our practice. 2026 is your year to smile!

Here’s What Affects Dental Implant Costs in 2026

Part of why patients feel stressed about dental implant costs in 2026 is that they’re unclear about all the factors that go into it. So let’s take some of the mystery out of the equation with good news. The cost of dental implants has become very reasonable.

The fees have come down over time because the procedure has become much simpler, particularly when using mini dental implants. Mini dental implants drive down the cost of implant-supported restorations because of several improvements:

• Smaller size and design: Mini implants require less bone volume, which means fewer preparatory procedures and less chair time.
• Simplified procedure in fewer steps: Many mini implant placements are completed in a single visit, reducing both time and overhead costs.
• Reduced need for bone grafting: Because mini implants fit into thinner areas of bone, patients who were once told they didn’t qualify for implants can often skip the bone grafting process entirely, saving significant time and money.

With all of these benefits, we find that mini dental implants cost roughly half as much as conventional dental implants.

Another factor that directly affects costs is the number of teeth we’re replacing with implants, as larger restorations involve more implants and a more expensive prosthetic. The cheapest restoration is a single implant and crown, while an implant bridge costs more, and an implant denture will be the most expensive.

Regardless of the dental implants used in your case or how many teeth are being replaced, our practice will help you drive down the cost. We apply your insurance coverage wherever possible and offer helpful financing options.

Reduce the Cost of Dental Implants With Insurance

If you have dental insurance, you naturally want to know if your dental implants will be covered. Exploring insurance is often confusing and even frustrating, but we ensure you receive all the benefits included in your coverage. Our practice always supports you by investigating your coverage on your behalf. When you arrive at our office for a price breakdown, we immediately call your insurance company to obtain a written, detailed breakdown of your policy.

From our experience, some insurance plans cover dental implants, while others cover accompanying treatments, like extractions or the prosthetic itself. That’s certainly something we can determine before you commit to care.

After applying insurance benefits to your treatment, it’s normal to have remaining costs left over. That doesn’t need to stop you from completing your smile with dental implants! Our practice is here to support you with payment plan options.

Finance Your Dental Implant Treatment

We offer a variety of dental implant financing solutions to transform the cost of your care into manageable monthly installments.

For interest-free financing, consider our in-office payment plan. This option is available specifically to established patients, and we determine your eligibility during your visit. If approved, we aim to keep monthly payments around $100 to make care more affordable.

Another route is third-party financing with external providers. These options are usually healthcare credit cards and loans with very competitive promotional interest rates. If you think your credit is too poor to take out a healthcare credit card or loan, it’s worth checking anyway. Many of the companies we work with use a soft credit check and have very high acceptance rates.

At Keider DDS, we don’t want patients to feel priced out of care when they believe dental implants can make a difference in their lives. Financing bridges the gap to make dental implant restorations possible.

Learn More About Dental Implant Costs in 2026

The cost of dental implants in 2026 depends on how many teeth we replace and the kind of dental implant we use. Regardless, our practice helps you afford care by maximizing your insurance benefits and managing the outstanding balance with payment plans. We offer interest-free in-office financing and third-party payment options to turn your investment into manageable monthly installments.

At Keider DDS, we believe cost should never stand between you and a smile you’re proud of. Dr. Keider and his team are committed to finding a path forward for every patient, no matter the starting point. Ready to find out what dental implants will cost for your specific situation? Book a consultation today.