A basic set of full dentures (upper and lower) starts around $350 to $900, while conventional mid-range dentures run $1,500 to $3,650. Premium full dentures with higher-quality materials and more customization can reach $5,000 to $12,400. The final price depends on the type of denture, the materials used, whether you need teeth extracted first, and how much your insurance covers.
Full Denture Costs by Quality Tier
Full dentures replace all teeth on one or both arches (upper jaw, lower jaw, or both). The price differences between tiers come down to the materials, how closely the denture is customized to your mouth, and how natural the teeth look.
- Low-cost full dentures: $350 to $900 for both arches. These use basic acrylic and a more generic fit. They work, but the teeth may look less realistic and the fit may feel less precise.
- Mid-range conventional dentures: $1,500 to $3,650. This is the most common range. You get better materials, a more personalized fit with multiple adjustment appointments, and teeth that look more natural.
- Premium dentures: $5,000 to $12,400. These use high-end acrylics or porcelain teeth, more detailed shade matching, and extensive customization to your facial structure. The base material is often thinner and more comfortable.
These prices typically cover both the upper and lower plates together. If you only need one arch, expect roughly half the cost.
Partial Denture Costs by Material
If you still have healthy teeth remaining, a partial denture fills in the gaps and clips onto your natural teeth for stability. Material choice is the biggest cost factor.
- Acrylic partials: Starting around $700. These are the most affordable option but tend to be bulkier and less durable over time.
- Flexible partials (like Valplast): $800 to $1,500. Made from a bendable nylon material, these are thinner, more comfortable, and blend in better because they don’t have visible metal clasps.
- Cast metal frame partials: $1,000 to $2,500. A metal framework (usually titanium or a cobalt-chromium alloy) makes these the strongest and thinnest option. They last longer and feel more secure, but cost the most.
Your dentist will recommend a type based on where the missing teeth are, how many you’re replacing, and the condition of the teeth that remain.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Implant-supported dentures are anchored to titanium posts surgically placed in your jawbone. They don’t slip, they restore more chewing strength, and they help prevent the bone loss that happens when teeth are missing. They also cost significantly more.
A full set of implant-supported dentures runs $15,000 to $30,000 per jaw. For both upper and lower arches, total costs can reach $50,000 to $60,000. The most popular approach, called All-on-4, uses four implants per arch and typically costs $15,000 to $30,000 per arch on its own, though some practices quote $25,000 to $45,000 depending on materials and complexity.
That total price breaks down into several components: each implant post costs $1,500 to $4,000, abutments (the connectors between post and denture) run $300 to $500 each, and the denture itself ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 for acrylic up to $5,000 to $10,000 for zirconia. Lab fees for custom fabrication add another $1,000 to $3,000. Imaging, consultations, and attachment hardware add a few hundred to a few thousand more.
Costs You Might Not Expect
The sticker price for dentures rarely includes everything. Several additional procedures often come before or after.
Tooth extractions. If you have remaining teeth that need to come out, a simple extraction costs $70 to $250 per tooth. Surgical extractions, needed for broken or impacted teeth, run $180 to $550 per tooth. If you need a full mouth of extractions, this alone can add $1,000 or more.
Bone grafting. For implant-supported dentures, some patients don’t have enough jawbone density to support the posts. Bone grafting costs $300 to $3,000 depending on the extent of the procedure.
Immediate (same-day) dentures. These temporary dentures are placed right after extractions so you’re never without teeth. They cost more than conventional dentures and will need to be replaced or relined once your gums finish healing, which takes several months. The convenience is real, but you’re essentially paying for two sets of dentures.
Temporary dentures. Whether or not you get immediate dentures, you may need a temporary set during the healing and fitting process. These run $300 to $1,800.
Ongoing Maintenance Costs
Dentures aren’t a one-time expense. Your jawbone and gum tissue change shape over time, which means your dentures will gradually lose their fit. Relines, where the base of the denture is reshaped to match your current gum contours, are a normal part of denture ownership.
- Soft reline: $150 to $400. Uses a flexible cushion material and is often done in the first year or two while tissues are still settling.
- Hard reline: $450 to $750. Uses durable acrylic and lasts longer. Most denture wearers need a hard reline every one to two years.
- Temporary reline: $100 to $300. Common shortly after extractions while gums are still healing rapidly.
Repairs for cracks, broken teeth, or fractured bases cost less than a full replacement but vary widely. Budget for at least one reline per year in the early years and periodic repairs over the life of the denture, which is typically five to eight years before a full replacement is needed.
What Insurance Typically Covers
Most dental insurance plans classify dentures as “major” restorative work. That means two things: a waiting period before coverage kicks in, and a lower reimbursement rate than you’d get for cleanings or fillings.
Waiting periods for major services like dentures are commonly 12 months, though some plans require 6 or 24 months. During the first year on a graduated benefit plan, you may only be covered at 10% to 25% for major work. In year two and beyond, that often rises to 25% to 50%. Even at 50% coverage, most dental plans cap annual benefits at $1,000 to $2,000, which won’t cover the full cost of a mid-range or premium set.
Medicare does not cover dentures. Medicaid coverage varies by state but often covers basic dentures with limited options. If you don’t have dental insurance, many dental offices offer payment plans or work with financing companies that let you spread the cost over 12 to 60 months.
How to Estimate Your Total Cost
To get a realistic number, add up the pieces for your specific situation. If you need a full set of conventional removable dentures, extractions for 10 remaining teeth, and an immediate denture to wear during healing, a rough estimate might look like this: $1,000 to $2,500 for extractions, $300 to $1,800 for immediate dentures, and $1,500 to $3,650 for the permanent set. That puts the total somewhere between $2,800 and $8,000 before insurance.
For implant-supported dentures on both arches with bone grafting and premium materials, you could be looking at $40,000 to $60,000 or more. Many practices offer free or low-cost consultations with a detailed cost breakdown, and getting quotes from two or three offices is worth the time given the price variation.