Wisdom Teeth Removal Cost in 2026: Per Tooth and All Four

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Prices checked October 22, 2026. By Lorenzo Beux.

Short answer: Wisdom tooth removal costs $400 to $1,055 per tooth in the US, with a national average of $615. At that average, all four come to about $2,460 before sedation. Teeth that have fully come in cost less. Teeth stuck in the bone cost more. A dental savings plan can cut the per-tooth fee by more than half at participating dentists.

Dental savings plans are not insurance. A plan gives you discounts only at participating dentists. It does not pay the dentist for you, and you pay for all services at the discounted rate. Prices, discounts and dentists vary by plan and ZIP code.

Compare dental savings plans and what you would pay

Wisdom teeth removal cost per tooth

Most offices quote wisdom teeth per tooth, as Pearl notes. The price depends on how far the tooth has come in. An “impacted” tooth is stuck under the gum or in the jawbone.

Type of removalCodeTypical price per toothWhere the price comes from
Wisdom tooth removal, all typesD7220–D7241$400–$1,055, average $615National, Pearl
Erupted tooth, simple extractionD7140$225Orlando, Humana
Impacted, soft tissueD7220$383Orlando, Humana
Impacted, partly in boneD7230$460Orlando, Humana
Impacted, fully in boneD7240$500Orlando, Humana
Impacted, soft tissueD7220$567Houston sample usual fee
Impacted, partly in boneD7230$644Houston sample usual fee
Sources: Pearl national average from ADA fee survey data (May 2026); Humana pricing tool, Orlando (page updated June 2026); DentalPlans.com sample fees, ZIP 77002 (October 2026). Sedation is not included.

Cost to remove all four wisdom teeth

UMass Memorial Health notes surgeons may remove all four at once. A simple estimate is four times the per-tooth fee, plus sedation if you choose it.

ScenarioEstimated total for four teethBasis
National averageAbout $2,4604 × $615 (Pearl), no sedation
All four fully erupted, no surgery$720Delta Dental of Kansas
All four below the gumline, with up to one hour of general anesthesia$3,120Delta Dental of Kansas
Orlando, all four impacted in soft tissue$1,5324 × $383 (Humana), no sedation
Orlando, all four fully in bone$2,0004 × $500 (Humana), no sedation
Sources: Pearl (May 2026); Humana, Orlando (June 2026); Delta Dental of Kansas, average out-of-network costs from 2021 Delta Dental data. Multiplied totals are our math.

The Delta Dental of Kansas figures are older, from 2021 data. We include them because they are the only verified source we found that bundles anesthesia into a four-tooth price.

Anesthesia and sedation: how they affect the bill

UMass Memorial Health describes three levels of numbing and sedation for wisdom teeth:

  • Local anesthesia. Numbs only the area around the tooth. It is used in every case.
  • Sedation. Keeps you relaxed but awake. Options include nitrous oxide, a pill or an IV.
  • General anesthesia. Puts you to sleep. Surgeons may suggest it for a hard removal or if you prefer to be asleep.

Pearl says IV sedation or general anesthesia adds a significant cost on top of the removal. Delta Dental of Kansas says local anesthesia is included in the removal fee. Sedation is a separate charge that insurance may or may not cover. We could not find a verified national price for sedation, so ask for it as its own line on your estimate.

UMass Memorial Health says an adult must drive you home after surgery. Plan for at least a day of rest.

What raises or lowers the price

  • Erupted or impacted. Fully erupted teeth cost less. Teeth deep in the bone cost the most.
  • How many teeth. Most quotes are per tooth, so four cost roughly four times one.
  • Type of anesthesia. Local is usually included. Pearl says IV sedation or general anesthesia adds significant cost.
  • Who does it. An oral surgeon often charges more than a general dentist.
  • Extras. A bone graft, if recommended, is billed separately, per Pearl.
  • Where you live. A soft-tissue impaction is $383 in the Orlando sample and $567 in the Houston sample.

Wisdom teeth removal cost with insurance

Pearl says most PPO plans pay 50% to 80% of medically necessary removal after the deductible. Coverage depends on factors like impaction or infection. Four teeth can use up a big share of your yearly maximum.

  • Yearly maximum. ADA News reports 32.8% of plans cap benefits at $1,000 to $1,500, and 48.2% at $1,500 to $2,500.
  • Waiting periods. Humana says most insurers wait 6 or 12 months before covering major care such as oral surgery.
  • Sedation. It may be covered differently than the extraction itself. Ask your plan before surgery.
  • Premiums. The 2026 average is $49.60 a month, per Becker’s Dental Review.

Some plans have shorter waits. See dental insurance with no waiting period and our general dental insurance guide.

Wisdom teeth removal cost with a savings plan

A savings plan is a yearly membership with reduced fees at participating dentists. There is no yearly maximum, so four teeth are discounted the same as one. There is no waiting period once the plan is active.

Plan (yearly fee)Impacted, soft tissue (usual $567)Impacted, partly in bone (usual $644)
Aetna Dental Access ($154.95 + $20)$183$268
Careington Care 500 ($184.95 + $20)$128$164
Humana Dental Savings, Sam’s Club ($49.92)Members typically save 20% to 40%
Sources: DentalPlans.com sample general-dentist fees, ZIP 77002, checked October 22, 2026; Humana Sam’s Club plan page.

If an oral surgeon will do the work, check that the surgeon participates before you join, and ask whether sedation is discounted too. Learn how dental savings plans work, or compare options in our list of the best dental savings plans.

Worked example: four impacted wisdom teeth

Say two teeth are impacted in soft tissue and two are partly in bone. Using the Houston sample: 2 × $567 + 2 × $644 = $2,422. Sedation is extra in every case below.

With insurance (an example plan, not a quote). Assume a $50 deductible, 80% coverage and a $1,500 yearly maximum. The plan would owe ($2,422 − $50) × 80% = $1,897.60. It stops at $1,500, so you pay $922. If your plan pays 50%, it pays $1,186 and you pay $1,236. Premiums add about $595 for the year.

With a savings plan. On Aetna Dental Access: 2 × $183 + 2 × $268 = $902. With the first year’s $174.95 fee, that is $1,076.95. On Careington Care 500: 2 × $128 + 2 × $164 = $584, or $788.95 with the fee.

Your quote will differ by surgeon and ZIP code. Prices for other treatments are in our dental cost guides. Our savings plan vs. insurance comparison walks through more cases.

Ways to pay less

  • Get an itemized estimate. Each tooth should have its own code, from D7140 to D7241. Sedation should be its own line.
  • Ask which teeth truly need to come out. Some wisdom teeth cause no problems, as UMass Memorial Health notes.
  • Ask about your sedation options. A lighter option may cost less if it is right for you.
  • Ask for the cash price. Some offices discount if you pay at the visit.
  • Try a dental school. NIDCR says supervised students treat patients at reduced cost.
  • Check a community health center. Fees are based on income. Find one at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.
  • Ask about payment options. Many offices offer payment plans. Medical credit cards and loans exist too, so read the interest terms.

See also our guides to dental care without insurance and free and low-cost dental care.

When to see a dentist

See a dentist if you have pain, swelling or bleeding around the back of your mouth. Your dentist can check where your wisdom teeth sit and whether removal makes sense. After surgery, call your dentist for severe pain that medicine does not help, a fever or pus.

Wisdom teeth removal cost FAQ

How much does it cost to remove one wisdom tooth?

The national average is $615 per tooth, with a typical range of $400 to $1,055. A tooth that has fully erupted can cost much less.

How much is it to remove all four wisdom teeth?

About $2,460 at the national average, before sedation. Delta Dental of Kansas puts four teeth below the gumline, with up to an hour of general anesthesia at $3,120.

Is sedation included in the price?

Local numbing is usually included. IV sedation and general anesthesia are usually extra and can add a significant amount.

Will insurance cover wisdom teeth removal?

Often, when removal is medically necessary. Most PPO plans pay 50% to 80% after the deductible, up to the yearly maximum. Waiting periods may apply.

Is an oral surgeon more expensive than a dentist?

Often, yes. Pearl lists the type of provider as a cost factor. Cleveland Clinic says complex extractions are usually referred to an oral surgeon.

How is this different from a regular extraction?

A fully erupted wisdom tooth can be removed like any other tooth. Impacted ones need surgery. See our tooth extraction cost guide for simple and surgical prices.

Dental savings plans are not insurance. They provide discounts at participating providers. You pay the provider directly at the time of service. Prices vary by provider and ZIP code. This page is for information only and is not dental or financial advice.

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