If you're missing one tooth, several teeth or a full arch, dental implants are the closest thing dentistry has to natural teeth. This 2026 guide covers what implants typically cost in Tamarac, Coral Springs, Sunrise, Margate and the rest of Broward County, what moves the price up or down, how the treatment runs from consultation to final crown, and how to pay for it.
Typical Broward ranges in 2026: a single-tooth implant runs about $3,500 to $6,000, All-on-4 about $18,000 to $30,000 per arch, and a full mouth about $35,000 to $60,000 or more. These are market ranges, not a quote. At Metropolitan Smile Design the implant consultation is $65, and you get your own plan and cost in writing after it.
What are dental implants, really?
A dental implant has three parts: a small titanium (or zirconia) post placed in the jawbone, an abutment that connects on top, and a custom crown, the visible "tooth." Once the post fuses with the bone (osseointegration), it works like a natural root: stable, strong, and it keeps the jawbone underneath from shrinking.
Unlike a removable denture, an implant doesn't slip when you eat. Unlike a traditional bridge, it doesn't need the healthy teeth next to the gap filed down. With good care, an implant can last 20 years or more, and many last a lifetime.
The four most common implant treatments
1. Single-tooth implant
One implant and one crown replace one missing tooth. It fits a tooth lost to an accident, decay or a failed root canal, when the teeth on either side are healthy.
2. Implant-supported bridge
Two implants hold a bridge that replaces three or four teeth in a row. It costs far less than one implant per missing tooth.
3. All-on-4 (full-arch implant bridge)
Four implants hold a full set of fixed teeth for the whole upper or lower arch. You don't take them out at home. The All-on-4 page explains who it fits and how the treatment runs.
4. Full-mouth implant reconstruction
Full-arch implants on both arches, sometimes with bone grafting. It is the option for people who have lost most or all of their teeth.
Typical dental implant cost ranges in Broward County (2026)
Prices vary between practices. These are typical ranges across Tamarac, Coral Springs, Sunrise, Plantation and Fort Lauderdale in 2026:
| Treatment | Typical Broward range |
|---|---|
| Single-tooth implant (post, abutment and crown) | $3,500 to $6,000 |
| Implant-supported bridge (3 to 4 teeth) | $7,000 to $15,000 |
| All-on-4, per arch | $18,000 to $30,000 |
| Full mouth (both arches) | $35,000 to $60,000+ |
| Bone graft, when needed | $400 to $3,000 |
| Sinus lift (upper back teeth) | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Sedation, if you choose it | $500 to $1,000 |
These are market ranges, not Metropolitan Smile Design's prices. Your own cost comes in writing after the $65 consultation, and it lists any grafting or sedation your case needs. Be careful with offers far below these ranges; see "Why cheap implants often cost more" below.
Single-tooth implant: what the price should cover
A single-tooth quote should name three parts: the implant post, the abutment and the crown. If a quote only mentions "the implant," ask what the crown and abutment add. What raises or lowers a single-tooth price:
- An extraction first. If the damaged tooth is still in place, removing it is a separate step.
- Bone grafting or a sinus lift. A tooth missing for years often leaves too little bone, and the graft is added to the plan.
- Materials. Titanium posts are the standard; zirconia posts and some crown materials cost more.
- How many teeth are missing. Two or three missing teeth side by side are often cheaper as an implant bridge than as separate implants.
Over time a single implant can cost less than the alternatives. A traditional bridge files down two healthy teeth and is usually replaced every 10 to 15 years, and a removable partial needs relines as the bone shrinks. An implant keeps the bone under the gap and leaves the neighbouring teeth alone.
What actually drives the price
Two people can get a quote for the "same" implant and see a $2,000 difference. The usual reasons:
- Bone health. Bone that has shrunk may need grafting before an implant can go in.
- Implant system. Established brands cost more than off-brand systems, and they come with decades of research and parts that are easy to find later.
- Crown material and lab. Zirconia and high-grade porcelain hold their color and strength better than budget materials.
- Planning and surgical experience. An implant placed at the right angle and depth the first time avoids years of problems.
- Sedation. If you choose it, it is added to the plan.
The implant process, step by step
- $65 consultation and studies. An exam, X-rays and the studies your case needs, so the dentist can measure the bone and plan where each implant goes. You get the plan and the full cost in writing.
- Preparation, if needed. Gum disease, an extraction or a bone graft is handled first.
- Implant placement. The post goes into the jaw under local anesthesia. Ask at your consultation about sedation.
- Healing, about 3 to 6 months. The bone fuses to the implant. If the gap shows when you smile, you wear a temporary tooth in the meantime.
- Abutment. A small connector is attached to the implant.
- Final crown, bridge or arch. Your restoration is fitted and matched to your other teeth.
A straightforward single tooth usually takes 3 to 6 months from placement to final crown. Cases that need grafting take longer. For a full arch, your written plan lists each stage.
Recovery and care
Most people are back to a normal day within a day or two after a single implant. Expect some swelling or soreness for a few days and soft foods for a week or two. Over-the-counter pain relievers are usually enough.
Care for an implant like a natural tooth: brush twice a day, floss (a water flosser helps around implants) and keep your cleanings every six months. Smoking is the biggest risk to an implant, so it helps to stop before treatment. The implant itself can last decades; the crown on top may need replacing after 10 to 15 years of normal wear.
Insurance and financing
Many dental PPO plans pay part of an implant case, often toward the crown, up to your annual maximum. We check your benefits before treatment so the written cost already accounts for them.
For the rest, you can pay monthly through CareCredit, Sunbit, Cherry or Alphaeon, subject to approval. See financing options.
Why cheap implants often cost more
Travel deals and very low prices usually leave something out: a proper plan, a good crown, an established implant system, or a dentist with the experience to handle a complication. The most expensive implant is the one that has to be redone, and fixing a failed implant is harder and costs more than placing it right the first time. Compare quotes on what they include, not only on the total.
What to expect at your implant consultation
The consultation is $65. It includes an exam, X-rays and the studies your case needs, and a conversation about what you want to fix. Then you get a written plan with the full cost, including any grafting or sedation, and the financing options. If you already have a quote from another office, bring it and we'll compare it line by line.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a single dental implant cost in Broward County?
A single-tooth implant, with the post, abutment and crown, typically runs about $3,500 to $6,000 in Broward County in 2026. Your own cost depends on whether you need an extraction or a bone graft, and you get it in writing after the $65 consultation.
How much is All-on-4 per arch?
All-on-4 typically runs about $18,000 to $30,000 per arch in Broward County. Both arches usually come to about $35,000 to $60,000 or more. Monthly financing is available, subject to approval.
Does dental insurance cover implants?
Many PPO plans pay part of an implant case, often toward the crown, up to the annual maximum. Coverage varies by plan, so we check your benefits before treatment.
How long do dental implants last?
With good home care and regular cleanings, implants routinely last 20 years or more and often a lifetime. The crown on top may need replacing after 10 to 15 years, like a crown on a natural tooth.
Is getting an implant painful?
The placement is done under local anesthesia, so you feel pressure, not pain. Most people describe the recovery as easier than an extraction: a few days of soreness that over-the-counter medication usually controls.
How long does the whole process take?
A straightforward single tooth usually takes 3 to 6 months from placement to final crown. Cases with bone grafting take longer. Full-arch timelines depend on the case, and your written plan lists each stage.
What if I don't have enough bone for an implant?
Bone grafting or a sinus lift makes implants possible for most people with bone loss. Full-arch options like All-on-4 are also designed to use the bone you have. The consultation tells you which applies to you.
Do you see patients outside Tamarac?
Yes. Patients come from across Broward County, including Coral Springs, Sunrise, North Lauderdale, Margate, Lauderhill, Plantation, Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale. We see patients in English and Spanish.
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