Dental Implant Costs in Nebraska
Average Cost: $3,500 Across 4 Cities
Across 4 cities in Nebraska, the average cost of a single dental implant is $3,500, with prices ranging from $2,000 to $5,200. These figures include the implant post, abutment, and crown — the three components of a complete single-tooth implant restoration.
| Cost Metric | Amount |
|---|---|
| State Average | $3,500 |
| Lowest Reported | $2,000 |
| Highest Reported | $5,200 |
| Cities Covered | 4 |
These cost estimates are aggregated from reported city-level data across Nebraska. 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 Nebraska — Map
Explore dental implant providers across Nebraska on the map below.
Dental Implant Market in Nebraska (2026)
Nebraska (~2.0M) made a landmark change January 1, 2024: eliminating the $750 annual dental benefit maximum for adults. This is among the most significant Medicaid dental expansions nationally. Comprehensive coverage includes cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, dentures, and denture incremental payments. Two dental schools — UNMC College of Dentistry and Creighton University School of Dentistry — accept Medicaid.
Regional Cost Breakdown (2026 Verified)
- Omaha Metro — $2,500–$5,000 per single implant. Creighton dental school (accepts NE + IA Medicaid). Mutual of Omaha/Berkshire Hathaway provide premium employer dental.
- Lincoln — $2,500–$4,500 per single implant. UNMC College of Dentistry (Lincoln + Omaha campuses, 30-50% off, Implant Dept, accepts Medicaid).
- Rural Nebraska — $1,800–$3,500 per single implant. Critically specialist-limited. Agricultural communities benefit greatly from cap elimination.
Key Cost Factors
- ⚡ Jan 2024: $750 Annual Cap ELIMINATED — Comprehensive coverage: cleanings (every 180 days), fillings, crowns, root canals, dentures (with incremental payments), extractions, sealants, fluoride. Asymptomatic wisdom teeth aligned with commercial insurance. 2025: public health dental hygienist reimbursement added.
- Two Dental Schools — UNMC (Lincoln/Omaha): 30-50% off, Implant Dept, accepts Medicaid. Creighton (Omaha): accepts NE + IA Medicaid, major low-income provider. MCOs: Molina, Nebraska Total Care, UnitedHealthcare.
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Dental Insurance & Medicaid in Nebraska
⚡ Jan 2024: $750 cap ELIMINATED. Comprehensive: cleanings (180 days), fillings, crowns, root canals, dentures (incremental payments), extractions. UNMC (Implant Dept) + Creighton accept Medicaid. MCOs: Molina, NE Total Care, UHC.
Medicare Advantage & Dental Implants in Nebraska
Traditional Medicare does not cover implants in NE. Free counseling: NE SHIP.
Dental Schools in Nebraska
Dental schools often provide implant procedures at a significantly reduced cost compared to private practices, performed by advanced residents under faculty supervision. Nebraska has 2 accredited dental schools:
- UNMC College of Dentistry (Lincoln/Omaha) — 30-50% off, Implant Dept, accepts Medicaid
- Creighton University School of Dentistry (Omaha) — Accepts NE + IA Medicaid
Implants by Price Range in Nebraska
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Cities in Nebraska
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