Complex medical procedures can cost an arm and a peg in Canada and the US. Dental procedures such as implants for replacing missing teeth can cost a fortune. These artificial implants are artificial roots made using titanium metal which is affixed to your natural bone structure where it eventually bonds with the natural bone. These are used bases to fix artificial caps on.

Here are some factors that can come into play while determining the cost of getting dental implants in Canada.

• Types of dental implants
  There are mainly two types of dental implants, namely Endosteal dental implantation and Subperiosteal dental implantation. Besides these common procedures, there are also mini implants that are done for people who have lesser bone structure. The cost of any dental procedure largely depends on the type of procedure being done. If a person is getting a single or a full set of tooth implants, it can cost anywhere between $2,000 CAD and $26,000 CAD. A mini implant would definitely cost a lot less in Canada as compared to a full-sized implant. It can range anywhere between $500 CAD and $2000 CAD. If the patient is looking for a complex procedure that would involve a few different elements, the cost can go up to as much as $90,000 CAD approximately.
  
  
• The material used
  Currently, dental implants make use of two different types of metals — titanium and zirconia. Since titanium has been used as the primary material for dental implants for a longer period of time, it is more commonly used in most cases. It offers minimal risks and is known to easily bind with the bone of the jaw without posing major complications. However, in recent years, Zirconia has gained a lot of popularity in the dental implant industry since it is extremely light in weight and can be used to replace the full tooth without requiring different materials for the crown. It can also be quite cost-effective as compared to titanium, which is why people who are looking to spend less are more likely to opt for zirconia dental implants.
  
  
• The location
  In Canada, the cost for getting any dental procedure done varies from one city to another. In major cities like Toronto or Vancouver, the cost of dental implants can be expensive than in smaller cities. The quality of the implants may also differ. Hence, make sure you research thoroughly before taking any decision.
  
  
• Insurance
  While insurance is a great way to get out of huge medical costs, not all insurance companies cover the costs of dental procedures. Some insurance companies are skeptical about covering certain cosmetic procedures or procedures that are still in the experimental stages of their development. Moreover, if you signed up for the insurance policy after damaging your teeth, there is a high chance that the insurance companies will not reimburse you at all.
  
• Discount plans
  A great way to save some bucks when considering a dental procedure is looking at some discount plans and payment plans that may be available in the market for you. When you sign up for such plans, you are supposed to many small payments each month to avail larger discounts on any procedure, cosmetic or otherwise, that you may choose to opt for during the time.