Data Sources

One verified dataset powers every cost estimate on this site. Here it is, in full.

Primary Dataset

  • Data source: US Dental Restorative Cost Index by State (2026) by Real Dental Costs Data & Research Team
  • Version: 2.0.0 (published 2026-07-13)
  • Version DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21341543
  • Concept DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20531728
  • Repository: Zenodo
  • License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
  • Coverage: 50 states + Washington, DC (51 jurisdictions), all-in average per state
  • Definition: Complete single-tooth dental implant (surgical placement, abutment, and crown), all-in average per state.
  • National average: $4,507 (mean of all 51 jurisdictions)

Cross-Check

We check our geographic patterns against the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities by State and Metro Area (public-domain federal data). This corroborates regional cost differences but is not the source of any price figure on this site.

What We Modified and Why

The dataset provides one all-in average per state. To power a location-aware calculator, we converted those averages into urban, suburban, and rural pricing factors, exactly as described in our methodology. This conversion is a modification of the licensed material, disclosed here as required by CC BY 4.0. We did not alter any dataset values.

Dataset Versions in Use

Every page and every estimate on this site currently uses version 2.0.0 (published 2026-07-13). When the dataset publishes a new annual release, we pin the new version and update affected pages. Track releases on our dataset updates page.

See Dataset Update History →