What decides the cost of a full arch
Full-arch prices vary more than almost any other dental treatment. Six things explain most of the difference.
Medically reviewed by Dt. Hüseyin Yavuz Özbek, implant surgeon · Updated October 2026The price depends on the number of implants, the implant brand, the final bridge material (acrylic or zirconia), whether extractions or bone grafts are needed, whether you're treating one jaw or both, and what's bundled in. In the UK, implants are usually only available privately. Always compare written, itemised quotes for the same plan.
The six things behind the price
- Number of implants: four or six per jaw. See four or six?
- Implant brand: long-established brands usually cost more, and are easier for UK dentists to service.
- Final bridge material: acrylic or zirconia. See zirconia or acrylic?
- Extractions of remaining teeth.
- Bone grafts or sinus lifts, if your scan shows they're needed.
- One jaw or both, and what's bundled: scans, temporary teeth, hotel, transfers.
What a full-arch quote must say
| Item | Look for |
|---|---|
| Implants | Brand, system and number per jaw |
| Extractions | Which teeth, and whether included |
| Grafts | Included, excluded, or priced "if needed" |
| Temporary teeth | Fixed bridge or denture, and material |
| Final teeth | Material, and whether solid or layered |
| Trips and days | Number of trips and days for each |
| Guarantee | What's covered, for how long, and conditions |
| Your dentist | Name and qualifications |
Our sister guide has a free quote checker that works on any clinic's quote.
Adding up the real total
The NHS treatment abroad checklist advises factoring in exchange rates, the possibility of staying longer and the cost of return trips. For full-arch treatment, add:
- flights and accommodation for two trips
- travel insurance that covers planned treatment
- time off work, and a companion's travel if you'd like one
- future hygiene visits and occasional repairs
Want our price? Send Precious Dental a recent X-ray and we'll reply with a written, itemised plan naming the implant brand and materials. Our price is always labelled as ours. Ask for a written plan →
Common questions
Why don't you publish prices?
Prices depend on your scan, and we won't publish figures that could mislead. Send an X-ray and we'll give you a written, itemised price, clearly labelled as ours.
Is the price per jaw?
Usually, yes. Check whether a quote is for one jaw or both, and whether temporary teeth are included.
Can I get full-arch implants on the NHS?
Rarely. The NHS says implants are usually only available privately, except for some patients who cannot wear dentures, for example after mouth cancer or an accident.
Sources
- NHS — Dental treatments (implants usually only available privately)
- NHS — Treatment abroad checklist (do the maths)
- Oral Health Foundation — Going abroad for dental treatment
Checked October 2026. Where we give our own view as a clinic, we say so.
Questions about your own mouth?
Tell us what you're considering. A real person replies, in plain English, and will tell you honestly if full-arch treatment isn't the right step.