In many cases your oral health can be maintained with general dental procedures and treatments. But sometimes a problem arises that requires oral surgery, such as wisdom teeth removal or dental implant placement.
Most oral surgeries are minor and can take place in your dentist’s office. But others can be more complex or invasive, requiring a hospital stay or a visit to an outpatient facility. If you’re in need of an oral surgery procedure, you may be wondering how much it will cost in your area. Here’s what you can expect to pay for oral surgery in the Upper West Side of NYC.
What is Oral Surgery?
Oral surgery refers to any procedure performed on or in the mouth that requires cutting of the soft tissue, such as extraction of impacted teeth and dental implant placement. Procedures that only affect the teeth, such as fillings and root canals are not considered oral surgery.
Average Cost of Oral Surgery Procedures
The following are common oral surgery procedures and what they may cost on average in the Upper West Side of New York City.
- Wisdom Teeth Extraction: $200-$1,100 per tooth. The cost of wisdom teeth removal varies based on the situation. Fully erupted wisdom teeth are the easiest to extract, meaning the cost will be near the lower end of the range. Wisdom teeth that are impacted (stuck below the gums) will be more difficult to remove and the cost may be closer to the higher end of the range.
- Dental Implant Placement: $1,000-$6,000 per implant. Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are surgically implanted in the jaw bone. An implant can support a single crown to replace one tooth, or multiple implants can be placed to support larger prosthetics such as bridges and dentures. The cost depends primarily on the number of dental implants being placed.
- Emergency Treatment: $200-$600. Some dental emergencies will require oral surgery. Dental trauma or unexpected pain can result in the need for urgent care, which may cost more than planned procedures.
Factors That May Affect the Cost of Oral Surgery
The cost of oral surgery varies based on a variety of factors:
- Number of teeth affected. For many oral surgery procedures the cost is calculated on a per-tooth basis. So the number of teeth being extracted, treated, or replaced will affect the total cost of the procedure.
- Type of anesthesia. The type of anesthesia you require for your oral surgery procedure will affect the cost. Local anesthesia is at the lower end of the cost range, and IV sedation or general anesthesia would be at the higher end.
- Local economy. The cost of services is largely based on the cost of living in the area, or the local economy in general. Oral surgery may cost more in densely populated areas such as large cities, and cost less in small towns and rural areas.
- Insurance. If you have insurance that covers oral surgery procedures, you are only responsible for the out of pocket remainder after insurance.
Getting an Accurate Estimate
The only way to get an accurate estimate of the cost of an oral surgery procedure is to schedule a consultation with your dentist. After a brief evaluation, Glassman Dental Care can make a recommendation for treatment and provide you with an estimate of your cost after insurance, allowing you to make a fully informed decision.
Call 212-787-4860 or contact us today to learn more and schedule an appointment.