Dental implant cost in Delaware
What implants cost in Delaware at local prices, what Delaware Medicaid Adult Dental Benefit pays for adults, and where to check a dentist.
- In Delaware, one implant
- post, abutment and crown included: $3,050 to $6,050
- One arch with All-on-4
- Each arch runs from $16,850 up to $29,550
- Service price level
- ranked 17 of 51; 1.2% above the US average; BEA 2024, Nov 1, 2026
With state health care, a $1,000 yearly cap affects what you pay for dental implants in Delaware. Through the Delaware Medicaid Adult Dental Benefit, adults age 21 and up get limited care. Each calendar year, you can get up to $1,000 for exams, cleanings, and tooth repair. A $3.00 co-pay is also paid by you at each visit. If you qualify, an extra $1,500 may help cover urgent or extra care. Implants still aren't listed as a covered service. Because the official rules reviewed don't list implants, you should ask the plan. Dentures aren't stated in the official rules reviewed either. Members in some Medicare help groups called QMB-only or SLMB-only can't access this dental plan.
In the state, service prices run about 1% above the US average. Private dental bills stay close to normal US rates here for that reason. For care at a lower cost, give the Delaware Technical Community College Dental Health Center (George Campus, Wilmington) a try. Patients who receive aid through the clinic or local groups can get care. The clinic's available facts don't confirm implant care. Please call the staff to ask. Before surgery, you can check online at no cost whether a dentist has a license. Use the lookup tool provided by the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation. See if your dentist is in good standing by running a quick search.
Delaware prices
| Treatment | Unit | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Single implant with crown | per tooth | $3,050 to $6,050 |
| Implant bridge, 3 to 4 teeth | per bridge | $5,500 to $14,400 |
| All-on-4 full arch | per arch | $16,850 to $29,550 |
| Snap-on implant denture | per arch | $7,900 to $13,550 |
| Single mini dental implant | per implant | $600 to $1,550 |
| Dental bone graft | per graft site | $560 to $5,200 |
Using BEA regional price parities, Delaware ranges reflect adjusted US prices. US price details and sources
Delaware Medicaid dental coverage
The adult benefit is limited, with a yearly cap of $1,000; implants aren't listed, so contact the plan.
- Adults 21 and older who are enrolled in Medicaid can get up to $1,000 of dental care each year. Details
- Qualifying emergency or supplemental care may have an additional $1,500 available.
- Source Covered services are described as preventive and restorative dental services for adults.
- This dental benefit isn't available to people who are QMB-only or SLMB-only. Details
- According to the brochure, the total maximum benefit is $1,000 per calendar year. Reference
- Each visit carries a $3.00 co-pay.
Source: medicaidpublications.dhss.delaware.gov
- Dental benefit for adults
- limited
- Limit per year
- $1,000 each year
Delaware Medicaid Adult Dental Benefit: the program's own page
Checking on a dentist in Delaware
In Delaware, dentists are licensed by the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation.
- You can use the Division's free online search to view public licensure information, including disciplinary documents. Details
- With DELPROS, users can look up the license of an individual or facility. License search
Source: dpr.delaware.gov