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Dental Bridge

Expect to pay $1,500-$5,800 for dental bridge at a typical dental office, or $900-$3,000 through discount programs and dental schools.

A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth using crowns on adjacent teeth to anchor an artificial tooth (pontic).

Sources: CDT benchmark database, state Medicaid fee schedules, and providers’ published rates. Re-verified monthly. Nothing on this page is a quote.

Typical Price Range

$1,500-$5,800

National average

Discount Programs & Dental Schools

$900-$3,000

Potential savings: 35-50%

FTC Pricing Disclaimer: Prices shown are estimated ranges based on ADA fee surveys, dental schools. Actual prices vary by location, dentist, and complexity. Always verify pricing before scheduling.

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What's Included

  • Tooth Preparation
  • Impressions
  • Pontic + Retainer Crowns
  • Fitting & Cementing

Recovery Time

1-2 days sensitivity

Dental Bridge FAQs

How much does a dental bridge cost without insurance?

A traditional 3-unit bridge (one artificial tooth anchored by two crowns) costs $1,500-$5,800 depending on materials. Each unit runs $525-$2,000: porcelain pontics cost $550-$1,850 and retainer crowns $600-$2,000. Dental schools offer bridges at 40-60% below private-practice rates.

Is a bridge cheaper than an implant?

Upfront, yes: a 3-unit bridge ($1,500-$5,800) usually costs less than a single implant with crown ($3,000-$6,000). But bridges last 10-15 years and require grinding down healthy adjacent teeth, while implants can last 20+ years. Long-term cost is often similar.

How long does a dental bridge last?

Dental bridges last 10-15 years on average with good oral hygiene. Cleaning under the pontic with floss threaders or a water flosser prevents decay on the anchor teeth, the most common reason bridges fail.

Where to Get Dental Bridge for Less

Dental Schools

50-70% savings at 65 accredited schools

Community Clinics

Sliding-scale fees at FQHCs

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