Aspen Dental publishes pricing on its website, but the numbers come with conditions — location, insurance status, and individual treatment plans all shift the final bill. This guide compiles confirmed pricing directly from Aspen Dental’s official sources, explains what each number actually includes, and covers the situations where the listed price won’t be the price you pay.
The questions patients search before they call. Answered without the marketing language.
The $29 new patient offer covers the initial exam (procedure codes D0150 and D0140) and X-rays — which Aspen Dental values at a minimum of $80 at regular pricing. It is available in most but not all offices, applies only to new patients without dental insurance, and requires patients to be 21 or older. The offer expires periodically and is reissued; the version currently advertised expires 12/31/26 at select offices. What it doesn’t include: a cleaning. The exam and X-rays are diagnostic — they tell the dentist what you need. A cleaning is a separate line item, and the dentist’s recommendations following the exam may include additional procedures and costs. Going in for the $29 exam is genuinely useful and genuinely low-cost; just understand it is the starting point for a treatment plan, not the end of the visit’s cost in most cases.
Aspen Dental accepts most major dental insurance plans — Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, Guardian, and many others. Coverage verification is best confirmed by calling your specific local office, as participating network status varies by location. Aspen Dental does not accept Medicaid — this is explicitly stated on their website across all pricing pages. If you have Medicaid dental coverage, Aspen Dental is not an option without paying out of pocket at their standard rates. Some state-specific Children’s Health Insurance Programs (CHIP) may be accepted at select locations; call to verify. For Medicare beneficiaries: Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover routine dental. Aspen Dental accepts some Medicare Advantage plans that include dental riders — again, verify with your specific office, since coverage varies by plan and location.
For dentures and implants, Aspen Dental’s pricing is competitive with the broader market — and their advertised starting prices for Basic dentures ($399–$499 per arch) are among the lower published prices at a national chain. For general dentistry — cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals — pricing is roughly in line with U.S. averages and varies significantly by city. The strongest pricing advantage comes through the Aspen Dental Savings Plan ($49/year), which unlocks 20–25% off dentures and implants at participating offices. The comparison that matters most: Aspen Dental prices compared to your local independent dentist depend entirely on your market. In high-cost cities like San Francisco or New York, Aspen Dental tends to run lower than the surrounding competition. In lower-cost rural markets, the price gap is narrower. The best approach is to get a written estimate from Aspen Dental and compare it against one other local quote before committing.
Aspen Dental’s dentures start at $399 per arch (or $499 with the Savings Plan for new wearers). That starting price is for a Basic single arch denture — the entry-level acrylic option. The four tiers are Basic, Classic, Naturalytes℠, and Comfilytes℠, with price increasing at each tier. What is explicitly not included in the starting price: relines, any required tooth extractions, bone grafting, or other preparatory dentistry. A patient who needs teeth removed before receiving dentures will pay extraction fees separately — typically $75–$200 per simple extraction, more for surgical extractions. The final out-of-pocket cost for a patient who needs several extractions before a full set of dentures can be two to three times the listed denture price. Always ask for a written comprehensive treatment estimate that includes all anticipated procedures before agreeing to treatment.
Aspen Dental’s national average for a complete single tooth implant — the post, the abutment, and the crown — is $4,259, based on 2026 internal data published on their own website. The range runs from $3,158 to $6,533 depending on location, individual factors, and treatment complexity. This price does not include bone grafting, extractions, or other preparatory procedures if they’re needed. Bone grafting, required when the jawbone has insufficient volume to support an implant, typically adds $400–$800 or more per site. If you’re comparing Aspen Dental implant costs to other providers: the national U.S. average for a complete single implant at a general practice runs approximately $3,500–$5,000, making Aspen Dental’s pricing broadly in line with the market — not dramatically cheaper for implants as it is for dentures.
The Aspen Dental Savings Plan is an in-house discount membership that costs $49 per year. It is not insurance. Benefits include: free annual exam and X-rays (a value of $80+ at standard rates), 20–25% off premium dentures and implants, and various discounts on other services depending on the current promotion at your location. For a patient without insurance who needs dentures or implants, the math typically works in their favor — 20% off a $2,000 denture saves $400, making the $49 membership fee pay back quickly on a single major procedure. For a patient who primarily needs routine cleanings and has no major planned procedures, the value depends on whether the discounted cleaning price is better than going to a lower-cost clinic. The VFW partnership offers the plan for $29/year to veterans and eligible family members (call 877-808-2776).
Aspen Dental advertises that 99% of patients are approved for third-party financing — a claim that reflects partnerships with multiple lenders at different credit tiers, not a guarantee of specific terms for any individual. The financing comes through third-party lenders, primarily CareCredit and similar medical financing companies — not Aspen Dental itself. Approval rates are high because the lender portfolio includes options for lower credit scores, but patients with poor credit typically face higher interest rates or shorter promotional periods. The critical detail about deferred-interest financing: if you carry a balance after the 0% promotional period ends, retroactive interest is charged on the entire original amount — not just the remaining balance. Before signing any financing agreement, confirm the interest rate, the promotional period length, and what happens at the end of that period. Ask to see the full financing terms in writing before agreeing to treatment.
Aspen Dental advertises same-day appointments and on-site dental labs at many locations, which allows them to fabricate some dentures faster than practices that send work to an external lab. Immediate dentures — placed the same day as extractions — are available but typically require a follow-up reline once the gums have healed and shrunk (this is true of immediate dentures everywhere, not just Aspen). Conventional dentures typically take several weeks after impressions are taken. “Same-day” in Aspen Dental’s marketing refers to same-day appointments being available — not necessarily same-day delivery of the final denture. The actual fabrication timeline depends on the type of denture, whether the on-site lab can handle it, and your specific office’s capacity. Ask your specific location directly: “How long from today until I would receive my final denture?”
Prices below reflect Aspen Dental’s published national averages and known ranges as of current data. Actual prices vary by office location, individual treatment needs, and insurance status. Always request a written estimate at your specific office.
| Service / Procedure | Low End | Typical / Average | High End | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PREVENTIVE & DIAGNOSTIC | ||||
| New Patient Exam + X-rays | $29 | $29–$80 | $150+ | $29 offer for uninsured new patients (select offices) |
| Routine Cleaning (Prophylaxis) | $80 | $100–$175 | $200+ | Without insurance; deep cleaning costs more |
| Deep Cleaning (per quadrant) | $150 | $200–$300 | $400 | 4 quadrants needed for full-mouth treatment |
| Dental X-rays (full mouth) | $80 | $100–$200 | $250 | Included in new patient $29 offer |
| Oral Cancer Screening | Included | Included | — | Part of standard checkup exam |
| RESTORATIVE | ||||
| Composite (White) Filling | $100 | $150–$300 | $500 | Per tooth; size & location affect price |
| Amalgam (Silver) Filling | $100 | $150–$250 | $350 | Per tooth; less common now |
| Dental Crown (Porcelain) | $800 | $1,000–$1,500 | $2,000 | Per tooth; material & location vary |
| Dental Crown (Ceramic) | $900 | $1,000–$1,700 | $2,000+ | Per tooth |
| Dental Bridge (3-unit) | $1,500 | $2,500–$4,000 | $5,000+ | Varies by number of units & materials |
| Root Canal (front tooth) | $500 | $700–$1,000 | $1,500 | Crown often needed after (additional cost) |
| Root Canal (molar) | $800 | $1,000–$1,800 | $2,500 | Most complex; back teeth cost more |
| EXTRACTIONS | ||||
| Simple Tooth Extraction | $75 | $100–$200 | $300 | Per tooth; not impacted |
| Surgical Extraction | $150 | $200–$400 | $600 | Impacted or broken teeth; per tooth |
| Wisdom Tooth Removal | $150 | $200–$450 | $700 | Per tooth; surgical if impacted |
| DENTURES | ||||
| Basic Denture (per arch) | $399 | $499–$799 | $999 | Starting price; $499 with Savings Plan |
| Classic Denture (per arch) | $699 | $800–$1,200 | $1,500 | Mid-tier; more customization than Basic |
| Naturalytes℠ (per arch) | $1,000 | $1,200–$1,800 | $2,200 | Premium look; natural tooth appearance |
| Comfilytes℠ (per arch) | $1,500 | $1,800–$2,500 | $3,000+ | Top tier; best fit, function & warranty |
| Partial Denture | $650 | $900–$1,500 | $2,500+ | Depends on # of teeth replaced & material |
| Implant Denture (per arch) | $7,628 | $8,289 avg | $13,297 | Per Aspen Dental 2026 internal data |
| Denture Reline | $49 | $200–$400 | $689 | $49–$489 per procedure code at select offices |
| Denture Repair | $49 | $100–$300 | $488 | Per repair procedure code |
| DENTAL IMPLANTS | ||||
| Single Tooth Implant (complete) | $3,158 | $4,259 avg | $6,533 | Post + abutment + crown; per 2026 Aspen data |
| Bone Graft (if needed) | $400 | $600–$800 | $1,500+ | Additional; only if insufficient bone volume |
| Fixed Full Arch (All-on-X) | $15,000 | $20,000–$30,000 | $40,000+ | Per arch; most premium implant option |
| COSMETIC | ||||
| Teeth Whitening (in-office) | $200 | $300–$500 | $600 | Professional-strength; one session |
| Veneers (per tooth) | $500 | $800–$1,500 | $2,000+ | Porcelain or composite; per tooth |
| SAVINGS & PLANS | ||||
| Aspen Dental Savings Plan | $29/yr | $49/yr | $49/yr | $29 for VFW members; free exam & X-rays + discounts |
⚠️ Prices are national ranges from published and verified data. Your local Aspen Dental office may charge differently. Extractions, bone grafting, and preparatory dentistry are billed separately from dentures and implants. Always request a written estimate before treatment.
Aspen Dental’s denture lineup runs four tiers for full dentures — Basic, Classic, Naturalytes℠, and Comfilytes℠ — plus partials and implant dentures. Here’s what the price difference actually means in practice.
The Basic tier is Aspen Dental’s entry-level option — acrylic base with standard-quality artificial teeth. It gets you functional dentures quickly and at the lowest price point. The $399 starting price appears on the website for replacement dentures (current wearers); the $499 starting price applies to the Aspen Dental Savings Plan for new wearers. What Basic includes: standard acrylic gum base, pre-selected tooth color and shape with limited customization, and a warranty shorter than premium tiers. What it doesn’t include: relines, extractions, or the extensive fitting adjustments that premium tiers provide. For patients who need a functional set of teeth without spending more than necessary, Basic is the entry point — just understand that fit refinement may require additional reline charges over time.
Classic sits above Basic with better materials and slightly more customization — a better fit experience and more natural tooth appearance than the entry model. Naturalytes℠ moves further up the quality ladder with hand-crafted construction and a more natural tooth appearance — tooth shape and color are matched more carefully to the patient. Both are better long-term choices than Basic for patients who plan to wear their dentures daily for years. The practical question for mid-tier shoppers: if you’re within $300–$500 of the Comfilytes℠ premium tier and plan to keep these dentures long-term, ask your Aspen Dental care team how the upper tier’s warranty and fit quality compare — the conversation is worth having before committing.
Comfilytes℠ is Aspen Dental’s top-tier traditional denture — described as their “best long-term value” option with an industry-leading 7-year warranty. It is also the tier that qualifies for upgrade to implant dentures if the patient later wants added stability. The 7-year warranty is notable: it covers the cost of replacement or repair, which can offset the higher upfront cost over time. Who this makes sense for: patients who intend to keep their dentures for the long term, want the most natural look and comfort available in a traditional (non-implant) denture, and prefer a single larger upfront investment over potentially higher cumulative repair and reline costs on a lower tier.
Implant dentures combine a traditional removable denture with dental implants embedded in the jawbone — the denture snaps on and off the implants for cleaning but stays firmly in place during eating and speaking. Aspen Dental’s national average is $8,289 per arch, with a range of $7,628 to $13,297 depending on location and number of implants. The price includes the implants, the abutments connecting them to the denture, a healing prosthetic worn during recovery, and the final custom snap-in denture — plus a 25-year limited warranty on the implants themselves and a 7-year warranty on the implant denture. What this price does not include: extractions, bone grafting, or any preparatory procedures. Patients who need teeth removed before implant placement and who need bone grafting will pay those costs on top of the implant denture price.
Aspen Dental offers four implant configurations. The pricing below comes directly from Aspen Dental’s 2026 internal data as published on their own website.
A complete single tooth implant at Aspen Dental — post, abutment, and crown — averages $4,259 nationally based on 2026 internal data, with a range of $3,158 to $6,533 depending on your location and individual factors. This price typically includes: the titanium implant post placed in the jawbone, the abutment that connects the post to the crown, and the custom crown. Not included: bone grafting (if needed due to insufficient bone volume), extractions of any remaining tooth structure, or a sinus lift if the upper jaw’s sinus cavity is too close to the implant site. Ask your Aspen Dental care team specifically whether bone grafting is anticipated for your case before agreeing to treatment, so you have a complete cost picture before you start.
An implant-supported bridge replaces two or more adjacent missing teeth using implants at each end with bridge crowns suspended between them — without the need for an implant under every replacement tooth. Cost is higher than a single implant but typically lower than replacing each missing tooth individually. Aspen Dental does not publish a single national average for this procedure — pricing depends on the number of implants placed and the number of teeth in the bridge. Ask for a written estimate that breaks out the implant posts, abutments, and bridge separately so you can compare accurately with other providers.
The fixed full arch — marketed similarly to “All-on-4” or “All-on-6” implant systems — permanently replaces an entire row of teeth with a prosthesis anchored by four to six implants. Unlike implant dentures, this prosthesis does not come out. It is Aspen Dental’s most premium implant option. Cost ranges widely based on the number of implants used, the specific prosthetic design, and your location — nationally, the range for this procedure runs from approximately $15,000 to $40,000 or more per arch when all components are included. Aspen Dental does not publish a single national average for this procedure; pricing requires an in-office evaluation.
General dentistry pricing at Aspen Dental follows broad market patterns, with variation by location. These are confirmed ranges across multiple Aspen Dental locations.
A standard prophylaxis cleaning at Aspen Dental runs $80–$175 without insurance in most markets, in line with the national average for a general practice cleaning. The $29 new patient offer covers only the exam and X-rays — the cleaning is a separate charge at the standard rate. Patients with insurance paying their copay typically pay $0–$40 depending on their plan. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), required for patients with periodontal disease, costs $150–$400 per quadrant — a full-mouth deep cleaning covering all four quadrants runs $600–$1,600 before insurance.
Composite (tooth-colored) fillings run $100–$300 per tooth for small to medium fillings; larger or multi-surface fillings can reach $500. Amalgam (silver) fillings are less common and slightly less expensive — $100–$250 per tooth. The final price depends on the tooth’s location, the number of surfaces involved, and your specific office’s fee schedule. Insurance typically covers 70–80% of filling costs after your deductible.
Dental crown pricing at Aspen Dental runs $800–$2,000 per tooth depending on material (porcelain, ceramic, zirconia) and location. The national average for a porcelain crown at a general practice is approximately $1,000–$1,500. Crowns are frequently needed after root canals, for severely cracked teeth, or to restore heavily decayed teeth — and they are always billed separately from those associated procedures. If your treatment plan includes both a root canal and a crown, budget for both.
Front teeth (anterior root canals) are the least complex and run $500–$1,000. Premolars run $600–$1,200. Molars, the most complex with multiple roots, run $800–$2,500. A crown is almost always required after a root canal to protect the tooth — budget for both when planning. Root canals are a priority procedure; delaying a necessary root canal allows infection to spread and typically leads to a more expensive extraction plus replacement later.
Simple extractions — erupted teeth with accessible roots — run $75–$200 per tooth at most Aspen Dental locations. Surgical extractions, where the tooth is impacted, broken, or requires cutting the gum, run $150–$600 per tooth. Wisdom tooth removal costs $150–$700 per tooth depending on whether each is erupted or impacted. Extractions are almost always charged separately from dentures and implant procedures even when they’re a required step in the same treatment plan — confirm this breakdown when reviewing your estimate.
Two of the most frequently misunderstood aspects of Aspen Dental pricing. Here’s what the Savings Plan and financing actually do — without the marketing version.
The Aspen Dental Savings Plan is an in-house discount membership — not insurance. It provides: free annual exam and X-rays (otherwise $80–$150+), 20–25% off premium dentures and implants at participating offices, and various discounts on other services. The plan costs $49 per year for standard enrollment. VFW members and eligible family members can enroll for $29 per year through the VFW partnership — call (877) 808-2776 to enroll at the discounted rate. The plan makes financial sense when: you need major dental work (dentures, implants) in the near term, as the discount on a single major procedure typically returns multiples of the annual fee. It makes less sense if you only need a routine cleaning, since the discount on cleanings is smaller and limited-time promotions may offer similar savings without the annual commitment.
Aspen Dental does not offer in-house financing — they work with third-party lenders including CareCredit to provide payment plans. Aspen Dental publishes that 99% of applicants are approved, reflecting a broad lender portfolio that includes options for lower credit scores. Three things to know before signing: (1) Promotional 0% interest periods (6–24 months) are deferred-interest plans, not true 0% loans — if you carry any balance when the promotional period ends, interest is charged retroactively on the entire original amount at rates that commonly run 26.99% APR. (2) The interest rate after the promotional period applies, so read the full financing agreement before signing. (3) Approval doesn’t mean good terms — patients with challenged credit may be approved at higher rates with shorter promotional periods. Apply on your phone before the appointment so you know what’s available before the treatment estimate comes in.
Aspen Dental accepts most major dental insurance plans as an in-network provider at many locations — Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, Humana, Guardian, United Concordia, and others. In-network status varies by specific location, so confirm with your local office before assuming coverage applies. Medicare Advantage plans with dental riders are accepted at select offices — call to verify your specific plan. Aspen Dental does not accept Medicaid, period — this applies to all locations and is explicitly stated in their pricing disclosures. Some CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) coverage may be accepted at select locations; call to verify.
When Aspen Dental runs a promotional discount (e.g., 20–25% off dentures or implants), patients with insurance receive either the promotional discount OR their insurance plan pricing — whichever discount is greater. The two cannot be combined. This is stated in the fine print of every Aspen Dental promotional offer. Practically speaking: if your insurance covers 50% of denture costs, you use the insurance benefit, not the promotional discount. If the promotion offers 25% off and your insurance covers only 15%, you receive the 25% promotional discount instead.
Call your insurance company before your Aspen Dental appointment and ask three questions: (1) “Is Aspen Dental in-network under my plan?” — in-network services cost significantly less than out-of-network claims at many plans. (2) “What is my annual maximum benefit, and how much have I used this benefit period?” — most dental insurance plans cap annual benefits at $1,000–$2,000; anything above that cap is your responsibility. (3) “What percentage of the procedures I need does my plan cover?” — most plans cover 100% of preventive care, 70–80% of basic restorative, and 50% of major restorative (crowns, dentures, implants) after the deductible. Having this information before you sit in the chair prevents surprise billing.
The $29 new patient exam and X-rays is your starting point. Book it at aspendental.com or by calling (800) 277-3633 — confirm the office you’re booking participates in the $29 offer before you commit to traveling there. Bring any prior dental records or X-rays you have; if your last X-rays were taken recently at another office, ask that office to email them to Aspen Dental, which may save you the cost of repeat imaging. After the exam, ask for a printed copy of your treatment plan with itemized costs before you leave — compare it against at least one other dentist’s estimate before committing to major work.
The decision comes down to how long you expect to wear them and how important fit comfort and appearance are to you. If you primarily need to restore function at minimum cost — Basic or Classic is appropriate. If you want the denture you’ll live with for 10+ years and maximum comfort — Comfilytes℠ with its 7-year warranty makes the long-term math work. One question worth asking during your consultation: “What is the likelihood I’ll need a reline within the first two years?” If your gums are likely to change significantly as they heal (common with fresh extractions), the cheaper tier may actually cost more over time in relines. The 20–25% discount available through the Savings Plan makes the premium tiers more accessible — worth the $49 annual fee when you’re spending $2,000–$3,000 on a denture.
Aspen Dental’s single implant average of $4,259 is within the national market range of $3,500–$5,000. They are a reasonable choice for straightforward single-implant cases. For complex cases — significant bone loss requiring grafting, multiple implants, or a full arch — the calculus changes. Teaching hospitals and oral surgery practices often provide more specialized expertise for complex implant cases at comparable or lower prices. Get a written estimate from Aspen Dental that explicitly lists every anticipated procedure (post, abutment, crown, bone graft if applicable) and compare that full number — not just the implant price — to at least one alternative. The 25-year implant warranty Aspen Dental provides on the post is genuinely competitive and worth factoring in.
Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover routine dental care — exams, cleanings, fillings, dentures, or implants. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan (Part C) that includes a dental rider, Aspen Dental accepts many of these plans at select locations. Call your specific Aspen Dental office and provide your Medicare Advantage plan information to confirm in-network status before booking. If you’re uninsured, the Aspen Dental Savings Plan ($49/year) provides real financial value for seniors who need major dental work — free annual exam and X-rays plus 20–25% off dentures and implants is a meaningful benefit when you’re on a fixed income and facing a $1,500–$3,000 denture expense. Also call (877) 808-2776 if you’re a veteran or VFW member — the $29 annual plan rate could cut the membership cost nearly in half.
Large estimates at Aspen Dental — and any dental office — are almost always accurate reflections of what needs to be done, but not all of it needs to be done immediately. Ask the dentist to prioritize the treatment plan: which items are urgent (active pain or infection), which are important but not urgent (decay that will worsen without treatment), and which are optional or cosmetic. Emergency items get addressed first; elective items can wait. Get a second opinion from an independent dentist on the diagnosis before committing to a large treatment plan at any practice. This is a reasonable and professionally accepted practice — good dentists expect it and will not object. Also ask whether any procedures on the estimate could be handled differently — sometimes a less expensive restorative option exists alongside the recommended one.
Prices on this page are drawn from Aspen Dental’s official website, publicly available location-specific pricing data, and published national averages from verified sources. Aspen Dental pricing is location-specific — your local office’s fees may differ from the ranges shown here. The $4,259 single implant average and the $8,289 implant denture average are approximations from 2026 Aspen Dental internal data as published on aspendental.com; actual costs vary based on individual treatment factors. The Aspen Dental Savings Plan is not insurance. Promotional offers are subject to expiration and availability at select offices. This guide is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or dental advice. All content is entirely original.