A full-arch implant quote can run a full page, with procedure names and codes that mean little to most patients. Each line represents a real part of treatment, and understanding them makes it far easier to compare offices fairly. Many lines carry codes from the American Dental Association’s Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature, known as CDT, which insurers use to process claims. Below are eight line items you are likely to see, followed by five northern Utah practices to consider, starting with Stubbs Dental, which focuses on full-arch implant care.
What do the line items on a full-arch quote mean?
1. What is the imaging charge?
This covers the cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan, a 3D X-ray showing bone volume, nerves, and sinuses. A scan of both jaws is commonly billed under CDT code D0367. Some offices include it in a free consultation, while others list it separately.
2. Why are extractions listed separately?
Any remaining teeth must be removed before or during implant placement. Simple extractions (D7140) cost less than surgical extractions (D7210), which involve cutting gum tissue or bone. In full-arch cases, extractions are usually done the same day as implant surgery.
3. What is bone preparation or grafting?
After extractions, the ridge is often smoothed to create an even base for the new teeth. If bone is thin, grafting material may be added. These lines vary the most between patients because they depend on what the 3D scan shows.
4. How is implant placement priced?
Placement is usually priced per implant, with each one commonly listed under D6010. A full arch typically uses four to six implants, so check the quantity. Zygomatic implants, used when the upper jaw has severe bone loss, are priced higher.
5. What are abutments?
Abutments are the connectors that attach the bridge to the implants. Full-arch cases often use multi-unit abutments, which correct for implants placed at an angle. Some quotes bundle them into the bridge price; others list one per implant.
6. What does sedation cost?
Local anesthesia is usually included. Nitrous oxide (D9230) and IV sedation appear as separate lines when used. IV sedation is often billed for the first 15 minutes (D9239) plus each additional 15 minutes (D9243), so longer surgeries cost more.
7. What is the interim prosthesis?
This is the temporary bridge many patients wear for three to six months while the implants heal. Ask whether it is included, because some practices place final teeth sooner for eligible patients and skip this step.
8. What is the final prosthesis?
This is usually the largest single line: the permanent bridge, often listed under D6114 for the upper arch or D6115 for the lower. The material makes a big difference in price. Acrylic over a metal frame costs less, while zirconia costs more but resists wear and staining.
What might be missing from a quote?
Check for follow-up visits, a night guard, maintenance cleanings, and the warranty. Leaving those out can make a quote look lower than it really is.
Which northern Utah practices provide full-arch implant quotes?
- Stubbs Dental
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of Utah
- Implant & Restorative Dental Specialists
- Copper Hills Periodontics & Dental Implants
- Dr. Greg A. Roberts Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
1. Stubbs Dental
Dr. David Stubbs, DDS, founded Stubbs Dental Implant Center in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and received post-graduate clinical training as a U.S. Navy officer. The practice focuses on full-arch treatment with All-on-X, along with bone grafting and zygomatic implants.
Free consultations include 3D CBCT imaging, so the quote is built on a real scan of your jaw. Final full-arch teeth are made from zirconia, and eligible patients may receive them in as little as 24 hours, which can reduce or eliminate the interim stage. The practice also offers a free cost guide and help with financing and insurance, with offices in Layton, Bountiful, Murray, and Lehi.
2. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of Utah
An oral surgery practice with an office in Bountiful.
3. Implant & Restorative Dental Specialists
A Layton practice offering implant and restorative dentistry.
4. Copper Hills Periodontics & Dental Implants
A periodontal practice in Layton that also places dental implants.
5. Dr. Greg A. Roberts Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
An oral and maxillofacial surgery office in Murray.
How do you read a quote with confidence?
A clear quote names every step, lists quantities, and states the final material. When you compare offices, line up the same items side by side rather than the totals. Ask about anything that is unclear or missing, then book a consultation and request an itemized estimate based on your own 3D scan.
