{"id":105,"date":"2026-10-22T14:18:05","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T14:18:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.deandentalteam.com\/blog\/?p=105"},"modified":"2026-10-22T14:18:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T14:18:07","slug":"3-factors-that-can-affect-denture-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deandentalteam.com\/blog\/2026\/10\/22\/3-factors-that-can-affect-denture-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Factors That Can Affect the Cost of Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"
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With rising costs on almost everything and many people\u2019s budgets tighter than ever, patients looking for an affordable way to restore their smiles may be curious about whether they can afford the cost of dentures<\/a>. The good news is that these durable, lifelike prosthetics are an excellent choice for people on a fixed income. But just like there\u2019s no such thing as a one-size-fits all denture, there\u2019s also no such thing as a one-size-fits all price for them, either. Here\u2019s a closer look at three important factors that can affect the cost of your restorations, and how your dentist can help make this important treatment more affordable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Do Dentists Determine the Cost of Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although all dentures may be designed to achieve the same goals, because they are customized to your individual smile and needs, there\u2019s no way each pair can cost<\/em> the same. That\u2019s because due to your unique needs, your prosthetic can be tailored to the shape, size, color, and strength you prefer. You can even select the materials used for your restoration\u2019s base and teeth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally, the larger your denture, the more expensive it will be. Thus, a full denture\u2019s cost will be higher than a partial denture, and an implant denture will have a bigger price tag than a removable restoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most denture bases are made of a durable, realistic acrylic or resin that is color matched to the natural periodontal tissue in your mouth. Your prosthetics can also be made with metal mesh inside them to reinforce their strength, so they last longer and offer greater chewing stability. False teeth are typically available in acrylic resin or porcelain. While the former is more affordable, it is less durable, and the latter is stronger and more realistic looking, but naturally more expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When determining the cost of your prosthetics, your dentist must take all these features into account first. Then, she can calculate your total.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will My Dental Insurance Cover Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dental insurance plans consider dentures to be what is known as a \u201cmajor procedure\u201d and typically will cover about 50 percent of their cost. Any preliminary procedures necessary to get your mouth ready for your restorations such as gum disease treatment<\/a> or tooth extractions<\/a> are billed separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With dental insurance, you can expect your prosthetics to cost between $250 to $2,000 per denture, or between $500 and $4,000 for a complete set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Will Dentures Cost if I Don\u2019t Have Dental Insurance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For patients without dental insurance, the typical out-of-pocket range for dentures averages around $1,300, but this can be more or less depending on which features you choose for them. Here are some different styles of dentures and their approximate costs if paying without insurance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n