Dental Implants Cost in Sydney
Most people’s first question about dental implants is the price. At North Shore Prosthodontics in Cremorne, a single dental implant typically costs $6,000–$8,000, including the implant, abutment and crown, and All-on-4® typically costs $35,000–$45,000 per arch. This page explains what’s included, what moves the fee and how rebates and payment plans work.
- Real fees, published
- Itemised written quote
- Rebates claimed on-site
Planned, placed and restored by a specialist in one location.
Which treatment are you pricing?
The cost of dental implants depends mostly on how many teeth you’re replacing. Start with the option closest to your situation.
Fixed bridge on four or more implants – typically $35,000–$45,000 per arch.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in Sydney?
In Sydney, dental implants cost from about $6,000 to $8,000 per tooth at our practice, all-inclusive for a standard single implant. That fee covers the three parts of the tooth: the titanium implant in the bone, the abutment that connects it, and the custom crown you see and chew with.
Prices quoted elsewhere can look lower because some clinics list the implant alone, then add the abutment and crown later. When you compare quotes, check that all three parts are in the number.
Specialist Fees vs Cheaper Implant Offers
A prosthodontist is a registered dental specialist with several years of additional university training in replacing teeth. Dr Ricky Lim plans the final tooth first, places the implant to suit it, and fits the crown himself — so one specialist is responsible for the result.
That matters over time, not just on day one. An implant placed in the wrong position can be hard to restore well, and fixing it often costs more than doing it once.
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery, James Cook University
- Specialist training in Prosthodontics, University of Sydney
- Focus on aesthetic, implant and reconstructive dentistry
- Consultation, 3D planning, surgery and final restoration in one location
Implant systems we use: Nobel Biocare and Straumann
Rebates and humm® Payment Plans
Many extras policies pay something towards implant treatment, but the rebate depends on your fund and level of cover. Medicare does not generally cover dental implants. For staged treatment our team can ask your insurer for rebate estimates before you start, and we claim electronically on-site after each visit.
You can also spread the cost with humm®, with no interest on terms of up to 24 months, subject to approval; fees apply. As an example from our payment-plan page, a $24,000 treatment over 24 months is $1,000 a month, plus humm’s fees.
From First Visit to Final Quote
A clear path to knowing your full cost before you start.
A one-hour check of your teeth, gums and bite, with digital scans and photos.
A Cone Beam CT ($220–$270 before rebate) measures bone, nerves and sinuses.
An itemised plan with sequence, timeline and every fee, including any grafting.
We check with your fund, then you pay by stage or spread it with humm®.
Dental Implant Fees at a Glance
- Initial consultation: $300 (about one hour; scans, photos, X-rays)
- 3D CBCT scan, if needed: $220–$270 before rebate
- Single dental implant: $6,000–$8,000 (implant, abutment and crown)
- All-on-4®, one arch: $35,000–$45,000 (incl. provisional and final bridge)
- All-on-4®, both arches: $70,000–$80,000
- Bone graft or sinus lift: quoted separately, only if needed
Payment plans are available through humm®, with no interest on terms of up to 24 months.¹ An establishment fee and a monthly loan fee, charged by humm, apply. Approval is subject to humm’s credit assessment. Private health rebates are processed on-site.
¹ humm provided by Once Credit Pty Limited ABN 99 112 319 632, Australian Credit Licence No. 386194, subject to its Terms & Conditions. Fees, charges and interest (if applicable) vary depending on the product type, merchant and the amount of credit. Approval subject to credit assessment criteria.
The main factors we'll walk through at your consultation:
Fees are quoted individually after a clinical assessment and 3D scan. Any figures discussed beforehand are general guidance only and are confirmed in your written treatment plan.
Implant vs Bridge vs Denture – Cost Over Time
The cheapest option upfront isn’t always the cheapest over 20 years.
| Dental Implant | Dental Bridge | Denture | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Upfront cost |
$6,000–$8,000 per tooth |
From $3,500 per unit |
Quoted after consultation |
|
Touches healthy teeth |
✓ No |
🗙 Neighbours reshaped |
✓ No (partials may clip on) |
|
Replaces the root |
✓ Helps keep jawbone |
🗙 No |
🗙 No |
|
Typical lifespan |
Often decades; crown may need replacing |
Commonly 10–15 years |
Relined or remade over time |
|
Ongoing costs |
Check-ups and hygiene |
Possible replacement |
Relines, repairs, adhesive |
Fees are a guide only and are confirmed in your written treatment plan.
Common Mistakes When Comparing Implant Prices
- Comparing an implant-only price with an all-inclusive one. Ask whether the abutment and crown are included.
- Ignoring the scan and grafting. A quote without a 3D scan can change once bone is measured.
- Choosing on price alone. Ask who places the implant, who designs the crown and which system is used.
- Forgetting upkeep. Implants need cleaning and regular reviews, just like natural teeth.
- Going overseas without a follow-up plan. If something needs adjusting, you’ll want the treating clinician nearby.
Visiting us in Cremorne
Our practice is on Parraween Street in Cremorne, accessible from both Military Road and Parraween Street, with street parking and a council car park (up to 3 hours) close by. We welcome patients from across the Lower North Shore and referrals from dentists throughout Sydney.
Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8am–5pm. Closed Wednesday and weekends.
- Cremorne
- Mosman
- Neutral Bay
- Cammeray
- North Sydney
- Kirribilli
- Cremorne Point
- Crows Nest
Dental Implant Cost FAQs
Straight answers to what patients ask most. If yours isn't here, our team is happy to help.
At our Cremorne practice, a single dental implant typically costs $6,000–$8,000, including the implant, abutment and crown. Bone grafting, if needed, is quoted separately.
Some prices cover only the implant post, not the abutment or crown. Others may use different systems or skip 3D planning. Ask for an all-inclusive, itemised quote to compare fairly.
No. The one-hour consultation is $300 and includes digital scans, photos and any intraoral X-rays. A CBCT scan, if needed, is $220–$270 before your rebate.
Medicare does not generally cover dental implants. Many private extras policies contribute; the rebate depends on your fund and level of cover.
Yes. humm® offers no-interest terms of up to 24 months, subject to approval. An establishment fee and a monthly loan fee apply.
Yes. After your consultation and scan you receive an itemised written quote with the sequence, timeline and each fee.
For many people they are, because an implant doesn’t rely on neighbouring teeth and helps keep the jawbone. Whether it suits you depends on your health, bone and goals.
Get a clear dental implant quote
Book a consultation with Dr Ricky Lim for a written plan, timeline and itemised fees.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. The information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual clinical advice. Before proceeding with treatment, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Individual results vary.
