Transparent Pricing.
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Clear, upfront pricing for dental implants that last — because you deserve to know what you’re investing in before you decide.
At Harrell Dental Implant Center, we publish our pricing because we are confident in the value we deliver. Every price on this page is a complete treatment price — what is included is listed with each option below.
What Actually Goes Into the Price of Implants
Why Understanding Dental Implant Costs Matters
Dental implants represent one of the most significant healthcare investments a person makes. The range of pricing you see online — from $499 advertisements to $80,000 full-mouth quotes — reflects dramatically different procedures, materials, and levels of care.
Understanding what drives these differences is the most important step before scheduling any consultation. The information on this page is designed to give you the framework to compare providers accurately — not to pressure a decision.
We publish our pricing because we are confident in the value we deliver. Every price on this page is a complete treatment price — what is included is listed with each option below.
- Advanced 3D cone beam CT imaging and surgical planning
- Board-certified dental anesthesiologist for IV sedation
- Premium zirconia final restoration — not plastic or acrylic
- Temporary teeth during healing — you are never without a smile
- In-house lab fabrication at The Natural Smile Lab
- Post-surgical follow-up care and the Harrell Confidence Guarantee
For Some Patients, There Is a Step Before the Implant
Dental implants are placed into the jawbone — which means the bone needs to be ready to receive them. For patients who still have a failing tooth, extraction comes first. For patients who have been missing teeth for some time, bone loss may mean a grafting procedure is needed to rebuild the foundation before placement can begin.
Neither of these is unusual. They simply mean there is a preparatory phase before the implant process itself begins. Dr. Robert L. Harrell, DDS will identify whether either applies to your case during your free consultation — with 3D imaging that shows exactly what your bone looks like today.
Dental Implant Pricing at Harrell Dental Implant Center
Every price below is a complete treatment price — what is included is listed with each option. For full-arch cases, this also includes a board-certified dental anesthesiologist.
Single Tooth Implants
A single dental implant replaces one missing tooth with a natural-looking, long-lasting solution designed to protect your jawbone and surrounding teeth. The $3,999 price includes the free consultation with a 3D CBCT scan, a surgical guide made from your scan, the titanium implant, the custom abutment, the zirconia crown made in our on-site lab, and follow-up care through final fitting. One complete tooth replacement, one published price.
Not included, and priced in writing at the consultation only if your case needs it: removing a failing tooth, bone grafting, sedation beyond nitrous oxide, and a temporary tooth during healing.
Implant-Supported Snap-On Dentures
Snap-on dentures use strategically placed implants to anchor a removable denture, eliminating the shifting and adhesive frustrations of conventional dentures. This option provides significantly improved stability and chewing ability at a more accessible price point than a fully fixed arch.
Where a case falls in the range depends on the arch being treated, the number of implants (typically two to four), and whether an existing denture can be adapted or a new one is made. This is a removable restoration — meaning it can be taken out for cleaning. For patients who want a fixed, non-removable solution, the full-arch options below may be a better fit.
Full-Arch Dental Implants — Single Arch
Not every patient needs both arches restored. The single-arch All-on-4/All-on-X solution replaces all the teeth on the upper or lower jaw with a fixed, non-removable zirconia bridge anchored by strategically placed implants. This option delivers the same premium materials, surgical precision, and board-certified anesthesiology as the double-arch procedure — tailored to patients who need restoration on one arch.
Your exact price depends on your bone density, extraction needs, and case complexity — confirmed at your free consultation with a detailed treatment plan.
- Advanced 3D imaging & virtual surgical planning
- Premium zirconia prosthetic teeth
- Board-certified dental anesthesiologist
- Same-day provisional teeth
- Strategically placed implants (typically 5–6)
- All follow-up care during healing
- The Harrell Confidence Guarantee
Full-Arch Dental Implants — Double Arch
The complete double-arch solution delivers a full set of fixed, non-removable upper and lower teeth using only premium zirconia — one of the most durable and natural-looking dental materials available. Dr. Harrell’s approach is built around doing it once and doing it right: premium-grade materials and proven technique so the investment is built to last.
Everything included in the single-arch price applies to both arches — two complete sets of 3D imaging, surgical planning, implant placement, zirconia restorations, provisional teeth, follow-up care, and full Confidence Guarantee coverage. Flexible financing options including multiple payment pathways are discussed during your free consultation.
You’ll see this procedure referred to as All-on-4 — that’s the industry term, and it’s what most patients search for. At Harrell Dental Implant Center, our standard is to place five or six implants per arch, which is why we call it All-on-X. All-on-4 and All-on-X describe the same category of treatment; we simply don’t cap ourselves at four.
What Makes Our Pricing Different
Understanding what is behind the price is as important as the number itself. These four areas are where Harrell Dental Implant Center consistently differs from other providers in Charlotte.
A Board-Certified Dental Anesthesiologist — Included
A board-certified dental anesthesiologist is present for every full-arch procedure — not a nurse anesthetist, not dentist-administered sedation. A dedicated anesthesia physician whose sole focus is your safety and comfort throughout.
Premium Zirconia — No Plastic Options
Some providers use PMMA or acrylic teeth to lower their price. These materials wear, stain, and fracture significantly faster — requiring costly replacement within a few years. The surgery costs the same regardless of material. Zirconia is the correct long-term investment.
No Network Restrictions
The Harrell Confidence Guarantee allows follow-up care with any licensed dentist — not just within a proprietary network. Whether you stay in Charlotte or relocate, your investment remains protected as long as routine care is documented.
In-House Lab and Focused Specialization
The Natural Smile Lab operates on-site — tighter quality control, faster turnaround, restorations crafted for your anatomy. This is a practice focused exclusively on dental implants, not a general dentistry office where implants are one of many services.
The Harrell Confidence Guarantee
Your investment in dental implants at Harrell Dental Implant Center is backed by three layers of protection — one of the strongest guarantee structures available from any implant provider in the Charlotte area.
The implant post is covered for life — the longest tier of protection available from any Charlotte-area provider.
Full surgical coverage for the first year following the procedure, addressing any complications that may arise during the healing phase.
The zirconia restoration is covered for five years — protecting the visible result of your investment with documented routine care.
Harrell Confidence Guarantee
Unlike national chains that void coverage if you leave their network, the Harrell Confidence Guarantee travels with you. Coverage is maintained as long as routine hygiene visits are documented with any licensed dentist of your choosing — in Charlotte or anywhere else you may be.
View Full Guarantee DetailsView Full Guarantee DetailsHow We Compare to National Implant Providers
Choosing a dental implant provider is a significant decision. Use this comparison to evaluate what is actually included when you receive a quote from any practice.
| Feature | Harrell Dental Implant Center |
Large Chain Corporate Network |
Large Chain High-Volume |
Budget Network |
General Practice Non-Specialist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Board-certified anesthesiologist | |||||
| Zirconia final restoration (not acrylic) | |||||
| In-house dental lab | |||||
| Lifetime implant post coverage | |||||
| Network-free guarantee (any dentist) | |||||
| Pricing published upfront | |||||
| Free consultation with 3D imaging |
✓ = Standard offering | – = Varies by location or plan | ✗ = Not offered or not standard. Information reflects general provider models as of 2026 and may vary. Verify directly with any provider before making a decision.
What to Ask Any Provider Before Committing
Before scheduling a procedure with any practice, bring these questions. The answers will tell you more than any advertisement.
“Does the quoted price include imaging, sedation, temporary teeth, and all follow-up care?”
“What material are my final teeth made from — zirconia or plastic/acrylic?”
“Who administers anesthesia — a board-certified anesthesiologist, a CRNA, or the dentist?”
“What happens to my guarantee if I move to another city?”
“What specific actions void my guarantee?”
“Is there a separate charge for bone grafting if needed?”
Financing Options to Fit Your Budget
A complete smile restoration should not have to wait. Harrell Dental Implant Center offers multiple financing paths to make treatment accessible at the monthly investment level that works for your situation.
CareCredit Financing
Flexible payment plans including 0% interest promotional periods (6–24 months) and reduced-APR extended plans up to 60 months with approved credit.
Happen Bank Installment Loans
Fixed-rate installment loans with terms up to 60 months and a payment that never changes. Checking your rate is a soft credit inquiry. Longer terms for larger cases are discussed at your free consultation.
Check your rate →Credit Card Payments
All major credit cards accepted. For patients who prefer to manage financing independently or through personal rewards programs.
Insurance Coordination
The team will help maximize any applicable dental insurance benefits before treatment begins — including medical insurance where bone grafting or extractions may be covered.
Monthly Payment Examples
Examples below are based on 60-month plans with approved credit. Your personalized options are reviewed at your free consultation.
| Procedure | Price | Est. Monthly (60-Month Plan)* |
|---|---|---|
| Single Implant — complete | $3,999 | As low as $99/month |
| Snap-On Dentures | Starting at $11,500/arch | As low as $311/month |
| All-on-4 Double Arch | $39,995 | Personalized at consultation |
* Single implant example: $3,999 financed over 60 monthly payments of $99 at 16.82% APR through Happen Bank, with approved credit. Happen Bank rates run 4.99%–30.99% APR depending on credit, which puts a 60-month payment on $3,999 between $76 and $132 a month. Snap-on denture example: $11,500 financed over 60 monthly payments of $311 at 20.90% APR through CareCredit, with approved credit. Subject to credit approval. Minimum purchase amounts may apply.
Common Questions About Dental Implant Costs in Charlotte, NC
It usually comes down to what is actually included. Many advertised prices exclude 3D imaging, sedation, temporary teeth, and follow-up care — costs added later. Material quality (zirconia vs. plastic), the experience and focus of the dentist, sedation safety (board-certified anesthesiologist vs. nurse anesthetist vs. dentist-administered), guarantee coverage, and whether imaging and follow-up are included or billed separately all drive significant differences. The lowest price is rarely the right value when longevity, safety, and replacement costs are factored in.
All-on-4 is the industry-standard term for a full-arch restoration anchored by four posts. Dr. Harrell’s approach — All-on-X — typically uses five to six posts per arch in most cases, providing additional structural support and redundancy. More anchoring points distribute bite force more evenly, reduce stress on individual posts, and improve long-term stability of the restoration.
In most cases, no. When a restoration is anchored by five to six posts rather than four, the arch is designed to retain enough structural support to remain functional even if one post were to fail. This is one of the structural advantages of the All-on-X approach — built-in redundancy that a minimum four-post configuration cannot provide.
Some dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for implants, though benefits vary significantly by plan. Medical insurance may also cover portions of the procedure related to bone grafting or extractions. The team at Harrell Dental Implant Center will help navigate benefits and maximize coverage before treatment begins.
The free consultation includes advanced 3D imaging, a review of your specific situation, a personalized treatment plan, and a complete pricing and financing breakdown — all at no cost. There is no obligation to move forward on the day, and no pressure to decide before you are ready.
The surgical procedure — the most critical and costly component — costs the same regardless of whether plastic or zirconia is placed on top. Zirconia is significantly more durable, stain-resistant, and natural-looking than acrylic alternatives, making it the better long-term value even at a higher material cost. There is no reason to compromise the visible result of a precision surgical investment.