2026 US Patient Reference
How Much Does Wisdom Teeth Removal Cost in 2026?
US national range: $1,200-$4,175 for all four teeth, depending on impaction and sedation (CareCredit). Insurance covers 50-80% up to a $1,000-$2,000 dental annual max.
Sources reviewed June 2026: CareCredit cost guide (ASQ360 50-state research), Aspen Dental published pricing, AAOMS, Cochrane Review 2020.
| CDT Code | Procedure | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7140 | Erupted tooth (simple extraction) | $137 | $177 | $335 |
| D7210 | Erupted tooth requiring sectioning | $281 | $363 | $702 |
| D7220 | Soft tissue impaction | $325 | $423 | $829 |
| D7230 | Partial bony impaction | $413 | $532 | $1,041 |
| D7240 | Full bony impaction | $413 | $532 | $1,041 |
| D7241 | Full bony with complications | $639 | $835 | $1,620 |
| D7250 | Removal of residual root | $281 | $363 | $702 |
Per tooth, local anaesthetic only. Excludes sedation, consultation, and X-ray. Figures are CareCredit's published averages by extraction type (ASQ360 50-state research for Synchrony, checked June 2026); CareCredit publishes one bony-impaction figure, so D7230 and D7240 share it and D7250 references the surgical-extraction figure. No national per-CDT-code fee survey exists.
10-second summary: Simple extraction $137-$335 per tooth. Soft tissue to full bony impaction $325-$1,041 per tooth, complicated cases to $1,620 (CareCredit). Sedation adds $273-$675 per visit; general anaesthesia $494-$1,253. Oral surgeons cost more than general dentists for the same erupted tooth. Dental schools and community clinics charge well below private practice. Most dental plans cover 50-80% up to a $1,000-$2,000 annual max.
Estimate Your Cost
2026 national averages with state adjustment. Math shown transparently.
Impacted teeth require an oral surgeon
The Four Cost Drivers
Impaction Level
The single biggest factor. A simple erupted D7140 averages $177 per tooth; a full bony D7240 averages $532. That is the same jaw, same tooth, roughly triple the fee (CareCredit).
CDT Code Guide →Anaesthesia Type
Local is included. Sedation adds $273-$675 per visit; general anaesthesia $494-$1,253. For most healthy adult four-tooth cases, IV sedation is clinically sufficient.
Anaesthesia Guide →Provider Type
A general dentist handles erupted teeth ($137-$335 per tooth). An oral surgeon costs more but handles all impaction levels and offers IV sedation.
Provider Comparison →Geography
High cost-of-living metros such as Manhattan, SF, and DC run well above the national average; lower-cost states run below it. Your zip code matters more than your state.
50-State Guide →What Is (and Is Not) Included in Most Quotes
Typically Included
- +Extraction itself
- +Local anaesthesia
- +Suturing (if required)
- +Post-op exam at same visit
Often Billed Separately
- !Panoramic X-ray (OPG): $100-$250
- !Sedation (oral/nitrous/IV): $273-$675 per visit
- !General anaesthesia: $494-$1,253 per visit
- !Prescriptions: $20-$80
- !Follow-up if complications arise
- !Dry socket treatment: $50-$200/visit
Always request an all-in written quote. See full recovery cost guide.
Do You Actually Need Them Removed?
The Cochrane Review 2020 concluded that "the available evidence is insufficient to support or refute routine prophylactic removal of asymptomatic third molars." AAOMS does not endorse routine prophylactic extraction and recommends removal based on clinical judgement, not age or precautionary policy alone.
Routine removal is a reasonable choice when roots are not fully formed (ages 17-25) and extraction is expected to become necessary eventually. It is not automatically the right choice for every asymptomatic, fully erupted tooth with adequate space and good oral hygiene.
Practice blogs ranking for this topic sell the surgery. We do not. See the full evidence review on the dedicated page.
Insurance Math: A Worked Example
Scenario: $2,800 quote, all four impacted, IV sedation, dental PPO at 80% to $1,500 max
If this case qualifies as medically necessary and routes through medical insurance (5k-10k+ annual max at 80%), out-of-pocket could drop to under $500. See full routing guide at /insurance.
Cost by State (Top 10)
All 50 states →| State | All Four (Low) | All Four (High) |
|---|---|---|
| California | $1,950 | $4,600 |
| New York | $2,100 | $4,900 |
| Texas | $1,700 | $3,900 |
| Florida | $1,750 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | $1,800 | $4,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $1,700 | $3,900 |
| Ohio | $1,550 | $3,600 |
| Georgia | $1,600 | $3,800 |
| Washington | $1,900 | $4,400 |
| Massachusetts | $2,000 | $4,600 |
All four teeth mixed impaction including IV sedation. Full 50-state table.
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Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources: CareCredit wisdom teeth cost guide (50-state research by ASQ360 for Synchrony, checked June 2026); Aspen Dental published wisdom teeth pricing (2026 internal data); FAIR Health Consumer cost estimator; ADA CDT code set (procedure definitions); AAOMS Advocacy White Paper on Third Molar Surgery 2016; Cochrane Review: Surgical removal versus retention for the management of asymptomatic disease-free impacted wisdom teeth, 2020. There is no national per-procedure ADA fee survey: it was discontinued in 2023. Full methodology →