How Much Do Dentures Cost? 2026 U.S. Prices for Full, Partial and Snap-In Dentures

How much dentures cost, by type

Denture prices run from a few hundred dollars for a basic set to more than $11,000 for premium, highly customized dentures. Synchrony's 2026 survey of dental practices in all 50 states and D.C. gives these national averages (CareCredit):

• Full, traditional removable dentures: $2,022 (from $1,493 to $3,309).
• Full, low-cost removable dentures: $460 (from $340 to $760).
• Full, premium removable dentures with costlier materials and more customization: $6,703 (from $4,484 to $11,018).
• Immediate (temporary) full dentures, worn right after extractions while the gums heal: $2,243.
• Partial dentures: $1,780 for flexible nylon, $1,784 for resin and $2,293 for metal.

Delta Dental's claims data for dentists outside its network show a similar picture for one jaw at a time: $1,220 to $2,540 for a full upper denture and $1,115 to $2,425 for a full lower one. Partials run $1,435 to $2,785 (upper) and $1,425 to $2,490 (lower) (Delta Dental). Because upper and lower dentures are priced separately, a full set for both jaws costs more than either figure alone.

Snap-in and implant-supported dentures

Dentures can also be held in place by dental implants. In Synchrony's survey (CareCredit):

• Snap-on, implant-retained dentures average $2,540 (from $1,886 to $4,124).
• Removable overdentures, held by natural teeth or implants, average $3,205.
• Full implant-supported dentures average $4,093 per implant (from $2,830 to $7,203), and they can be removable or fixed depending on the design.

The implants are the expensive part, so always ask how many implants a quote includes. A fixed full arch on four implants is a different price class; see our dental implant cost guide and snap-on dentures vs. All-on-4.

Dentures cost by state

The table above lists Synchrony's average for traditional removable dentures in every state. The most expensive are California ($2,455), Washington, D.C. ($2,399), Hawaii ($2,312) and New York ($2,303). The least expensive are Arkansas ($1,742), Mississippi ($1,759) and Alabama ($1,781). Texas ($1,995) and Florida ($1,991) are close to the national average (CareCredit).

Extra costs: extractions, X-rays and relines

A denture price usually covers impressions of your mouth, making the custom denture, and adjustments for a good fit, often including follow-up visits for realignment (Delta Dental). It usually does not include the work before it. Synchrony's averages for common extras (CareCredit):

Getting dentures takes several visits and can take about two months from start to finish. Afterward, plan for adhesives, cleansers, adjustments and relining the base every few years. With good care, dentures can last as long as 10 years (CareCredit).

Does insurance cover dentures?

Most dental plans help pay for dentures, but coverage varies, so ask your dentist for a pre-treatment estimate (Delta Dental). Two limits matter most. Dental plans stop paying at an annual maximum, usually $1,000 to $2,000 a year (Delta Dental), and major work such as dentures often has a waiting period of 6, 12 or 24 months on a new plan (Delta Dental). Most private health insurance (medical) plans do not cover dentures (CareCredit).

Does Medicare cover dentures?

No, in most cases. Original Medicare does not cover dental services such as extractions, or items like dentures and implants (Medicare.gov). Medigap plans do not cover dental care either (Delta Dental). Some Medicare Advantage plans cover dentures fully or partly, and Medicaid coverage depends on your state; some states allow one set every five or six years (CareCredit).

HSA, FSA and financing

The IRS counts artificial teeth and dentures as medical expenses (IRS Publication 502), so you can generally pay for dentures from an HSA, FSA or HRA. Delta Dental suggests checking with your account administrator before treatment (Delta Dental). A medical credit card such as CareCredit is another option (CareCredit); read the interest terms carefully.

What changes if you get dentures abroad

The table above shows what clinics listed on xcuro quote for dentures abroad. Dentures need several fittings, so a trip has to be long enough, or you may need to come back:

• Time. Ask how many visits and days the clinic needs, and whether extractions and healing happen first. If teeth are pulled, immediate dentures are worn while the gums heal and the final set is made later (CareCredit).
• Adjustments at home. Dentures need adjustments and relines over the years (CareCredit). Find a local dentist who will do that work before you go; follow-up care for problems at home can be costly and may not be covered (CDC).
• Records. Get copies of your X-rays and treatment notes before you leave (CDC).

Read our dentures in Mexico guide, is dental work in Mexico safe?, and can I use my HSA for dental work in Mexico?.

How to compare denture quotes

1. Ask whether the price is for one jaw or both.
2. Ask what type it is: immediate, traditional, premium, partial or implant-retained.
3. Ask whether extractions, X-rays and adjustments are included.
4. For snap-in dentures, ask how many implants are included and what each one costs.
5. Ask how much a reline or repair costs later.
6. Check your dental plan's annual maximum and waiting period, and whether your HSA or FSA can pay.