How Much Do Dentures Cost?

Last Updated on November 10, 2025 | Prices Last Reviewed for Freshness: November 2025
Written by Alec Pow – Economic & Pricing Investigator | Medical Review by Sarah Nguyen, MD

Educational content; not medical advice. Prices are typical estimates and may exclude insurance benefits; confirm with a licensed clinician and your insurer.

Dentures are removable prosthetics that replace missing teeth and restore chewing and speech, with modern designs ranging from basic acrylic plates to customized sets crafted by a prosthodontist.  As of October 2025, the goal is to help you anticipate a realistic bill and decide what level of build quality you want. See the clinical overview on dentures.

Your total is shaped by denture type, the number of arches, clinic and lab choices, and how much aftercare is bundled. Some buyers prioritize a low entry price, others prioritize a natural look, bite comfort, and fewer future adjustments. Prices vary by market.

How Much Do Dentures Cost?

Across recent fee references and clinic pages, typical starting points look like this as of October 2025, with per-arch pricing a common quote format. Full dentures generally run $1,000–$3,000 per arch, partials $600–$2,500 per arch, budget entries $300–$800 for very basic sets, and premium or luxury builds $3,000–$5,000+ when you want upgraded acrylics, teeth, and more chair time.

Affordable Dentures & Implants advertises economy options from $300 per arch, which shows how wide the market can be. Our data shows these bands are stable nationally, but metro markets skew higher.

Remember that “per arch” means an upper or lower plate. If you need both arches, a mid-range complete set would reasonably total $2,000–$6,000, with basic packages below that and premium sets above it. GoodRx Health describes a full set starting near $1,000 and rising with materials and services, which aligns with what clinics publish. In high-cost cities you can see higher numbers, while smaller markets often sit nearer the middle of those ranges. Comfort matters.

The table reflects common quote bands that appear on market trackers and large clinic chains, and it sets a baseline you can bring to a consult. Refer back to it as you weigh upgrades like stronger acrylics or premium teeth. A good fit reduces sore spots and future adjustments, which can save money over time.

According to The Senior List, prices range from as low as $450 for basic, low-cost dentures to over $6,500 for premium, fully customized dentures. Full conventional dentures typically cost between $1,520 and $3,648 per arch, with full implant-supported dentures reaching upwards of $7,294.

CareCredit’s detailed pricing breakdown gives an average price for full removable dentures at about $1,968, while partial dentures range from $1,360 to $4,203 depending on the materials, such as nylon, resin, or metal. Implant-supported options are significantly more expensive, with prices averaging around $3,976 and extending up to $12,438 for premium products.

Location plays a significant role in denture pricing, with DeNefits showing a range of average denture costs by city, for example, Chicago averages $2,000 to $4,000, whereas Indianapolis is more affordable at $900 to $1,300. High-cost cities like New York City can push denture prices up to between $2,000 and $5,000.

Your Denture Store lists average prices in a similar range: $1,200 to $3,000 for full traditional dentures and $700 to $2,000 for partial dentures, and notes implant-supported dentures as the priciest option.

Additional insights from Aspen Dental indicate that dentures vary in price depending on customization and durability, often also factoring in adjustments, fittings, and potential insurance coverage. The trend shows that patients opting for advanced materials or implant-supported dentures should anticipate higher costs but potentially greater comfort and longevity.

Real-Life Pricing Examples

Case vignette, Midwest: A basic acrylic upper plate quoted at $750 with a straightforward impression-try-in-delivery workflow, no extractions required, and one no-charge adjustment. A patient adding a soft liner and a second adjustment paid $890 in total. Comparable low-to-mid figures appear in user reports and chain postings.

You might also like our articles on the cost of denture relining, dentures in general, or snap-in dentures.

Case vignette, Southeast: A metal framework partial for a lower arch at $1,800 including impressions, framework try-in, and delivery, plus one included adjustment. If a clasp revision is needed later, a clinic might bill $120–$250 depending on lab time. Regional clinic pages in North Carolina and nearby states show similar partial ranges.

Worked example: You need a full set and four simple extractions. A clinic quotes mid-range full upper and lower at $2,800, extractions $100–$200 per tooth ($400–$800) based on complexity, a standard reline six months later at $300–$600, and incidentals like adhesive and cleanser at $40–$80 for the first months. A realistic total lands between $3,540 and $4,280 before insurance. CareCredit cost studies depict similar line items and magnitudes.

What Affects the Cost?

Material and build: Economy plates use basic acrylic and stock teeth. Mid-range sets use better acrylic bases and more natural tooth molds. Premium sets add high-end acrylic or composite teeth, detailed gum tinting, and more try-ins for bite accuracy, which raises lab fees and chair time. Those choices show up directly in the bill, and CostHelper’s tiers capture how upgrades push a plate from $500–$1,500 to $2,000–$4,000 per arch.

Fit, follow-ups, and relines: Early adjustments are common while gums settle, and many clinics include one or two visits. Over time, bone changes and a reline can restore suction and comfort. The American College of Prosthodontists notes replacement timing should be individualized and based on adaptation to the prosthesis, and relines or rebases are judged clinically rather than by a fixed calendar. Expect reline fees like $300–$600, sometimes more in large metros.

Number of arches and case complexity: Single-arch cases cost less than two arches, and extractions, tissue conditioning, or bite issues add steps. Clinic location also matters. A current NYC guide shows premium dentures and implant options well above national medians.

Additional Costs

Extractions are common before a new plate. Simple removals often sit around $75–$300 per tooth, while surgical cases can reach $225–$600+ per tooth depending on impaction and anesthesia. These figures span multiple national references and clinic pages.

Relines and repairs appear across a denture’s life. Chairside relines often start near $350, lab relines near $500, soft liners $150–$400, and typical repair jobs $100–$500 depending on cracks or tooth replacements. The DentureLiving average-costs guide and the ADA also provide practical adhesive guidance for daily use.

Denture Types and Materials

Full plates suit edentulous arches. Partials replace select teeth and can use resin bases or metal frameworks, with metal usually adding cost but improving rigidity and longevity. Flexible partials trade rigidity for comfort and aesthetics, often priced higher than resin and near metal frameworks in many quotes. CareCredit’s 2024 breakdown shows partial metal averages over $2,000 in many cases, while other websites note flexible partial totals can stretch above $1,000–$6,000 when extractions or added work are bundled.

Denture Alternatives

If you want more stability, implant-supported options exist. A common path is a snap-in overdenture on two to four implants, which many U.S. clinics place in the $3,000–$10,000 per arch zone, with some regional practices quoting $5,000–$15,000 per arch. Fixed hybrids on four to six implants can run $15,000–$30,000 per arch in major metros. For budget seekers, medical tourism clinics in Mexico publish starting points near $3,000–$5,000 per arch for basic two-implant overdentures, and pricing directories such as MexicoDental.co list typical ranges.

Single-tooth implants, usually not part of a denture plan, typically cost $3,000–$7,000 per tooth in the U.S. while overseas prices can be lower. If you are comparing a traditional plate to a snap-in option, weigh not just the price but maintenance parts like locator inserts and occasional relines. GoodRx Health and travel clinic price pages document the spread clearly.

Insurance and Financing

Original Medicare does not cover routine dental work, including dentures and implants, which means many retirees look to private dental plans or Medicare Advantage plans. Kiplinger reiterates that dentures are outside Part A and Part B, though some Advantage plans add limited dental benefits. Recent consumer explainers echo that gap as of 2025.

Most commercial dental plans classify dentures as major services, frequently reimbursed at about fifty percent up to an annual maximum. The National Association of Dental Plans explains this structure, and the ADA’s benefits primer shows typical 100-80-50 coverage patterns with annual caps often $1,000–$1,500, which can be exhausted by a single arch. AARP Dental Plans administered by Delta Dental offer options that include dentures under major services. As always, waiting periods and frequency limits apply.

Financing is common even for mid-range plates. CareCredit and similar health credit products spread payments with promotional terms, which can help if you are timing a reline or implant upgrade later. Investopedia’s overviews capture how these cards work, including no-interest periods and longer fixed APR plans. Shop carefully and avoid paying interest on routine follow-ups if you can.

Maintenance and Replacement Costs

How long do dentures last. A systematic review in the Journal of the American Dental Association estimated complete denture longevity at around ten years, which matches clinical guidance that replacement timing depends on tissue changes and wear. Expect occasional relines, occasional repairs, and periodic professional evaluations to maintain bite and speech.

Plan for lifecycle spending. Typical repair work shows up in the $100–$500 range, and routine relines cluster around $300–$600 depending on materials and whether the work is chairside or lab processed. Your adhesive and cleanser budget is modest compared with clinical services, and the ADA provides practical adhesive usage tips that can extend comfort between relines.

Ways to Reduce Denture Costs

University dental schools and community clinics can lower bills, although appointments may take longer and demand is high. Medicaid adult dental coverage varies by state, and 2024–2025 policy updates expanded benefits in some places, so it is smart to check the latest local rules. See the Medicaid Adult Dental Coverage Checker and recent news coverage for changes and access challenges.

Ask for two quotes from the same provider, one for basic acrylic with standard teeth and one for an upgraded set, so you can compare line items. If you are open to travel, some patients price mid-range plates or snap-in overdentures in Mexico where quotes can start near $3,000–$5,000 per arch for two-implant packages. Verify credentials and aftercare before traveling.

Answers to Common Questions

What is the cheapest denture option?

Economy acrylic plates from chain clinics can be $300–$800 per arch, with limited customization and follow-ups. Check what is included, especially adjustments.

Do extractions increase my total?

Yes, simple removals often run $75–$300 per tooth and surgical removals $225–$600+ per tooth before insurance. Confirm anesthesia and imaging fees.

How long before I need a replacement?

Many patients replace around the ten-year mark based on wear and tissue changes, with earlier relines as needed. Clinical bodies emphasize individualized timing.

Can insurance cover the full bill?

Most plans treat dentures as major services and cover a percentage, often fifty percent up to an annual maximum, leaving a balance for you. Waiting periods may apply.

How do implant-supported dentures compare in price?

Snap-in overdentures commonly run $3,000–$10,000 per arch in the U.S., with metro areas higher and medical tourism lower, while fixed hybrids are far higher.