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Tooth Extraction Cost

How Much Does Tooth Extraction Cost?
 
low cost Low: Simple:$75-$150
 
average cost Surgical: $150-$300
 
high cost High: Wisdom Tooth: $150-$350; can run $350-$650
 



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Typical costs:
  • A simple extraction (for a tooth that is fully erupted from the gum and has small roots) starts around $75 in some locations but generally runs about $100 -$150.
  • A surgical extraction, such as when a tooth is broken off at the gum line, is around $150 -$300; for a soft tissue extraction of a partially impacted tooth (an incision has to be made into the gums) the cost is about $200 -$350; and for a partial bony extraction (the tooth has some bone covering it) expect to pay anywhere from $300 -$600.
  • Extracting a wisdom tooth (also called a third molar) starts around $150 -$350 for a tooth that is fully erupted from the gum. Extracting a partially or completely impacted wisdom tooth ranges from $350 -$650.
  • The above fees often include a follow-up office visit to check healing or remove sutures. Many dental insurance plans cover 70 percent to 80 percent of tooth extraction costs if the procedure is considered to be medically necessary and not done just for cosmetic reasons.
What should be included:
  • Tooth extractions may be performed by a dentist or a specialist known as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Normally a tooth is firmly encased in a bony socket and attached by a ligament. The socket needs to be gently widened to allow the tooth to be removed; patients will feel pressure but not pain during this procedure. Sometimes a tooth is so firmly anchored that is has to be removed in sections. AnimatedTooth.com provides details on what to expect before an extraction, during the extraction procedure and after the extraction is done.
  • WebMD.com gives an overview on wisdom teeth, including the pros and cons of having them removed.
Additional costs:
  • Related fees may include an initial surgical consultation ($50 -$135), x-rays ($13 -$135) and sedation ($200 -$400 or more).
Discounts:
  • To find dental college clinics with reduced rates for work by supervised students or faculty, visit DentalSite.com.
  • Dental societies may pay part of the costs for low-income patients; visit the American Dental Association for the organization in your state.
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Material on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications or medical procedures.
 
Article updated November 2007
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Amount: $250.00 Tooth Extraction Cost
Posted by: Don in Tacoma, WA.Purchased: January, 2008
Spent $250 in the Tacoma area, does this seem high or low?
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Amount: $6,570.00 Tooth Extraction 27 removed for dentures
Posted by: Dennis in Newton, MA.Purchased: July, 2007
Which Tooth: ALL
I was told it would be around $3000 depending on difficulty before insurance,but it was a total of 6570.00 thats 180.00 a tooth plus 4 teeth at 425.00, 550.00 for sedation, novacaine 5 shots. Insurance paid for 3179.00. It took about an hour.
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Amount: $1,240.00 Tooth Extraction
Posted by: Mike S. in Carmel, NY.Purchased: March, 2008
Which Tooth: Wisdom
Havn't actually done it yet. This is the price I was quoted. Seems awfully high.
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Amount: $1,205.00 2 wisdom teeth top and bottom right
Posted by: toothman in New York City, NY.Purchased: June, 2008
Which Tooth: top and bottom wisdom
oral evalualtion $130 extraction of erupted tooth $500 soft tissue impacted tooth (bottom wisdom) $575
I paid $265 out of pocket total was $1205 so insurance paid the other $940. I dont think my bottom was impacted but whos to argue?
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Amount: $0.00 upper/lower extractions 18 teeth
Posted by: semi in bohemia, NY.Purchased: August, 2008
Which Tooth: all 18
i need to have all my teeth taken out/the dentist office tells me it could cost up to 10000.00 dollars before insurance/im still waiting for my insurance approval/ the surgeon mentioned nothing of difficulty and said it would take about 40 minutes/does this sound possible?
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Amount: $2,125.00 Wisdom teeth pulled!
Posted by: a user in Atlanta, GA.Purchased: August, 2008
Which Tooth: ALL 4 WISDOM TTETH
This was the quote they gave me.
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Amount: $1,350.00 10 teeth pulled
Posted by: Heriberto R. in Saint Louis, MO.Purchased: September, 2008
Which Tooth: remaining 10 lower
So I just got dentures I'm 23 and well I'm still in pain.I forgot what the total cost without insurance was, but I ended paying 1350; that's including the dentures. I believe the insurance covered most of the extractions. The process took about 40-45 minutes but it felt like forever. Had a few stitches out in. I just hope my upper teeth aren't that bad.
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