Dental Implant Costs in Hawaii
Average Cost: $4,633 Across 3 Cities
Across 3 cities in Hawaii, the average cost of a single dental implant is $4,633, with prices ranging from $2,800 to $6,500. These figures include the implant post, abutment, and crown — the three components of a complete single-tooth implant restoration.
| Cost Metric | Amount |
|---|---|
| State Average | $4,633 |
| Lowest Reported | $2,800 |
| Highest Reported | $6,500 |
| Cities Covered | 3 |
These cost estimates are aggregated from reported city-level data across Hawaii. Actual prices vary by provider, case complexity, and materials used. These figures are non-binding estimates and should not replace a professional consultation.
Dental Clinics in Hawaii — Map
Explore dental implant providers across Hawaii on the map below.
Dental Implant Market in Hawaii (2026)
Hawaii (~1.4M) expanded Medicaid dental January 1, 2023 through Med-QUEST, providing comprehensive adult coverage administered by Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) with CCMC coordination. Implants are NOT covered under dental (medical plan exception: mandible augmentation if medically necessary). Hawaii has NO dental school — the only state with a major population center lacking one.
Regional Cost Breakdown (2026 Verified)
- Honolulu / Oahu — $4,000–$7,000 per single implant. Hawaii's highest costs reflecting extreme cost of living. 70%+ of state population. Waikiki/Kahala premium. All-on-4: $25,000–$50,000.
- Maui — $4,000–$6,500 per single implant. Resort island pricing. Limited specialist availability.
- Big Island (Hawaii Island) — $3,500–$6,000 per single implant. Kona side slightly higher. Hilo more affordable.
- Kauai / Molokai / Lanai — $4,000–$7,000+ per single implant. Extremely limited. Patients often travel to Oahu.
Key Cost Factors
- Med-QUEST Comprehensive (Jan 2023) — Covers: preventive, diagnostic, radiology, endodontic, restorative, oral surgery, periodontal, prosthodontic (dentures), emergency/palliative. NOT covered: implants (dental plan), orthodontics. Medical plan exception: mandible augmentation by oral surgeon (medically necessary). HDS administers; CCMC for provider coordination.
- No Dental School — Hawaii is the only major-population state without a dental school. This limits academic-rate alternatives. Nearest: UNLV (Las Vegas, 5+ hr flight), UCLA, UCSF.
- Extreme Cost of Living — Hawaii has the highest cost of living in the nation, directly impacting dental pricing. Single implants $4,000–$7,000 are among the highest nationally.
- Island Access Challenges — Neighbor island residents (Maui, Big Island, Kauai) often fly to Oahu for specialist dental care, adding $200–$600+ in travel costs.
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Dental Insurance & Medicaid in Hawaii
Med-QUEST (Jan 2023 expansion) — comprehensive via HDS. Covers preventive/diagnostic/restorative/endo/perio/prosthodontic/oral surgery. NOT covered: implants (dental), orthodontics. Medical exception: mandible augmentation. No dental school.
Medicare Advantage & Dental Implants in Hawaii
Traditional Medicare does not cover implants in HI. Free counseling: HI SHIP (SAGE Plus).
Implants by Price Range in Hawaii
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Cities in Hawaii
Browse dental implant costs across 3 cities in Hawaii. Click any city for detailed provider information, local affordable options, and financing resources.
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