How much do dental implants cost in the UK? (2026 price guide)
A single dental implant in the UK typically costs £2,500 all-in, ranging from £950 to £5,750 across the 395 clinics we track. Same tooth, wildly different price – and the only “range of clinical factors” that really matters is whether the clinic tells you the total before you’re in the chair. Here’s exactly what you’re paying for, what bumps it up, and who’s charging what right now.
What you’re actually paying for
An implant isn’t one thing, it’s three: the implant (a titanium screw that goes into your jaw), the abutment (the connector on top), and the crown (the tooth-shaped cap you actually chew with). On top of that you’re paying for the consultation, the 3D scan, the surgery and the follow-ups. When a price looks too good to be true, it’s usually quoting the screw and nothing else – the crown quietly appears on the bill later. So ask for the all-in total, every time.
How much does a dental implant cost?
Across the UK, a single implant runs from £950 to £5,750, with a typical all-in price of £2,500. The more teeth you’re replacing, the more it costs – but not in a neat straight line, because the technique changes too:
- Single implant – one tooth replaced, the figure above. More in our single tooth implant cost guide.
- Implant bridge – two or three implants holding up several teeth, typically several thousand pounds.
- Full arch (All-on-4 / All-on-6) – a whole jaw of teeth on four to six implants, typically £8,000-£15,000 per arch.
What pushes the price up (or down)
Two people can walk out with wildly different quotes for the same “dental implant”. Usually it comes down to one of these:
- Bone grafting if your jaw needs building up first.
- A sinus lift for upper back teeth.
- An extraction first, if the old tooth is still hanging on.
- Material and brand of the implant and crown.
- Clinic and location – central London always skews higher.
Does where you live change the price?
Yes – sometimes by a small fortune. The cheapest city we currently track is Southampton (from £950). Your postcode shouldn’t decide the price of a titanium screw, but it does – so if you can travel, it’s genuinely worth pricing up a neighbouring city. Compare every clinic’s implant prices here:
| City | From | Typical | Clinics | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | £995 | £2,500 | 154 | Compare |
| Manchester | £1,500 | £2,500 | 24 | Compare |
| Birmingham | £1,475 | £2,750 | 19 | Compare |
| Glasgow | £1,250 | £2,500 | 15 | Compare |
| Liverpool | £995 | £2,350 | 12 | Compare |
| Bristol | £1,500 | £2,983.20 | 11 | Compare |
| Edinburgh | £1,323 | £2,000 | 11 | Compare |
| Ipswich | £2,000 | £2,500 | 10 | Compare |
| Leicester | £1,300 | £2,737.50 | 10 | Compare |
| Nottingham | £2,334.39 | £2,832.50 | 10 | Compare |
| Coventry | £1,300 | £2,500 | 9 | Compare |
| Milton Keynes | £1,195 | £2,400 | 9 | Compare |
| Plymouth | £1,493 | £2,995 | 9 | Compare |
| Southampton | £950 | £2,000 | 9 | Compare |
| Cardiff | £1,650 | £2,979.50 | 8 | Compare |
| Norwich | £2,050 | £2,725 | 8 | Compare |
| Cambridge | £1,950 | £3,000 | 7 | Compare |
| Derby | £1,485 | £2,600 | 7 | Compare |
| Leeds | £2,250 | £2,625 | 6 | Compare |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | £1,600 | £2,197.50 | 6 | Compare |
| Reading | £1,494 | £2,700 | 6 | Compare |
| Sheffield | £1,195 | £3,000 | 6 | Compare |
| Wolverhampton | £1,355 | £2,500 | 6 | Compare |
| Bournemouth | £1,200 | £1,800 | 5 | Compare |
| Luton | £1,100 | £2,150 | 4 | Compare |
| Oxford | £1,300 | £2,950 | 4 | Compare |
| Portsmouth | £1,950 | £2,230 | 4 | Compare |
| Stoke-on-Trent | £2,200 | £2,572.50 | 4 | Compare |
| Hull | £3,025 | £3,059.50 | 2 | Compare |
| Swansea | £2,500 | £2,500 | 1 | Compare |
Live data from TreatmentCosts - updated automatically as clinics change their prices.
Isn’t it free on the NHS?
Almost never. The NHS only funds implants in rare medical cases – think facial trauma or after cancer surgery. For everyday tooth loss it’s filed under “not clinically necessary” whenever a denture or bridge would do the job, so virtually everyone ends up paying privately. The consolation prize is more choice and short waits.
Spreading the cost
Most clinics offer 0% finance over 12 months, or longer plans that do charge interest. On the longer ones, always check the total repayable – a tempting “from £X a month” can quietly hide a much bigger overall bill.
Implant vs bridge vs denture
Implants cost more upfront but last decades and leave your neighbouring teeth alone. A bridge is cheaper, but it means filing down the healthy teeth either side. A denture is the cheapest of the lot – and it pops out. If you want the closest thing to a real tooth and plan to keep it for good, an implant usually wins on cost-per-year. Weighing up the alternative? See dental crown costs.
How to avoid overpaying
- Get the all-in quote – implant + abutment + crown + scans + follow-ups.
- Ask what’s not included – grafts, extractions, sedation.
- Compare a few clinics – the gap between the cheapest and dearest we track is £4,800.
- Check the dentist’s implant experience, not just the price tag.
- Look just outside the city centre – same quality, lower overheads.
- Weigh up going abroad carefully – once travel and aftercare are in the sum, the saving shrinks fast. See dental implants abroad vs the UK.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a single dental implant in the UK?
Typically £2,500 all-in – that’s the implant, abutment and crown together – and anywhere from £950–£5,750 across the clinics we track. Premium brands or tricky cases sit at the top end.
Why are some implant quotes so much cheaper?
Usually because they’re quoting the screw alone and leaving the crown and extras to land on your bill later. Always ask for the full, itemised total before you compare.
Do dental implants last forever?
The implant itself can go 20+ years, often a lifetime with decent care. The crown on top is the mortal part – expect to replace it after 10-15 years.
Can I get implants on finance?
Yes – most clinics do 0% over 12 months, or longer plans that charge interest. On the longer ones, check the total repayable before you sign.
Ready to compare? See dental implant prices by clinic, or browse all UK clinics for upfront, no-nonsense pricing near you.
