Typical Dental Fees

Make informed decisions about your dental care by understanding average dental fees.

Dental care in the United States has costly ramifications for patients in search of preventive or corrective treatment. According to a 2010 article by Eilene Zimmerman on CNN Money.com, only half of U.S. citizens have dental coverage. Understanding the average cost of dental services can help a consumer make informed decisions.

Dental Crowns and Bitewing X-Rays/Films

According to Costhelper.com, dental crowns can range from $500 to 3,000 per tooth (as of 2010). Overall costs depend on the health of the tooth. The national average for porcelain-fused, metal crowns start at $580 to $860. Typical costs for bite-wings (X-rays and films) can range from about $51 to $163 as reported by Bracesinfo.com.

Preventive Care

Preventive care for adults and children lowers the risk of tooth decay and tooth loss. The average for an adult cleaning and exam ranges from about $77 to $248. Cleanings and exams for children start at about $54 to $180.

Orthodontic Exams and Comprehensive Care

Fees for adult and child orthodontic services can be challenging for many consumers. The average for an initial orthodontist exam ranges from $0 to $250 nationwide. Comprehensive orthodontic services for youth and adults range from about $5,5500 to $16,600 and $6,400 to $19,300 respectively.

References

• CNN Money.com: For Cut-rate Dental Care, Head to Mexico
• Costhelper: Dental Crown Cost
• Bracesinfo.com: Dental Cost Calculator: Average Pricing of Dental Treatment and Dental Care

Resources

• All Pricer: 2010 Dental Fee Calculator Estimator
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Dentists