Bone Grafting & Dental Implants · La Mesa, San Diego
What Does Bone Grafting for Dental Implants Cost?
We believe you deserve to know the price before you sit in the chair.
At La Mesa Dental Center, Dr. Cvetan Mechev, DDS provides a clear estimate at your consultation — before any treatment begins. No surprises. No pressure.
Below are typical price ranges for our most common procedures. Every case is different — your exact cost will depend on your specific needs as confirmed by examination and CBCT imaging. But these numbers give you a realistic starting point.
Dr. Mechev performs the entire process in-house: CBCT scan, bone grafting, implant placement, and final crown. One doctor. No referrals. No coordinating between multiple offices.
Want to understand Dr. Mechev’s approach before discussing cost? Read about his Large-Volume Bone Augmentation specialist credentials.
Years Experience
Autogenous Bone
Countries Trained
CBCT · Graft · Implant · Crown
Bone Grafting & Dental Implants
These are the procedures that set La Mesa Dental Center apart. Dr. Mechev is one of the most experienced bone grafting dentists in San Diego — with 26 years of clinical experience and advanced surgical training in Dubai (UAE), London (UK), Padua (Italy), and Budapest (Hungary).
Most importantly: he performs the entire process in-house, from the CBCT scan through bone grafting, implant placement, and final crown. No referrals. No coordinating between multiple offices. One doctor who knows your case from start to finish.
Bone Grafting for Dental Implants
When a tooth has been missing for a while, the jawbone beneath it begins to shrink. Bone grafting rebuilds what was lost — widening or heightening the ridge before an implant can be placed.
Dr. Mechev uses 100% autogenous bone — taken from the patient’s own jaw — for complex ridge augmentation cases. This is the gold standard because it uses your own living bone cells, giving the most predictable and durable result.
Many patients are told their bone loss makes implants impossible. In most of those cases, it doesn’t.
Includes:
- Pre-surgical CBCT scan and treatment planning
- Horizontal or vertical ridge augmentation
- Fixation screws to stabilize the graft
- Follow-up imaging to confirm bone integration
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth. Once placed and healed, it supports a permanent crown that looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.
The price above covers implant placement. If bone grafting is needed first, that is quoted separately at your consultation — so you know the full picture before committing to anything.
Why Dr. Mechev’s implant outcomes are different:
- Every implant is planned using CBCT 3D imaging — not a 2D X-ray
- Bone grafting, if needed, is handled by the same doctor who places the implant
- The final crown can be designed and milled in-house using same-day CAD/CAM technology
Dental Implant Crown
Once the implant has integrated with the bone, a custom ceramic or zirconia crown is placed on top to restore the visible tooth. Matched to the color and shape of your surrounding teeth for a natural result.
At La Mesa Dental Center, the crown is fabricated and fitted in-office — no outside lab, no extra wait. In many cases it can be designed, milled, and seated the same day using our CAD/CAM ceramic lab.
Flexible Payment Options — 0% Interest Financing Available
We work with CareCredit and similar healthcare financing options to make treatment affordable.
Qualified patients can take advantage of 0% interest plans from 6 to 24 months — spreading the cost of bone grafting, implants, or any other treatment into manageable monthly payments with no added interest during the promotional period.
Whether you’re facing a $2,000 implant or a full bone grafting and implant case, financing means you don’t have to delay treatment while you save up. You can start now and pay over time.
Ask about financing options at your consultation — we’ll walk you through what’s available and help you find a plan that fits your budget before you make any decisions.
What Affects the Final Price?
Dental treatment pricing depends on several factors that can only be confirmed at your consultation:
- The extent of bone loss — more significant deficiencies require more graft material and longer procedures
- Whether bone grafting is needed before an implant — this is assessed with a CBCT scan
- Single tooth vs. multiple teeth — each additional site is priced separately
- The type of restoration — implant crown, same-day crown, or other final restoration
Dr. Mechev will review your CBCT scan with you at your consultation and give you a complete written estimate before any treatment begins.
Serving La Mesa, El Cajon, Spring Valley, Lemon Grove, San Diego, and Southern California
La Mesa Dental Center is located at 8334 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pricing
Does insurance cover bone grafting or dental implants?
Most PPO dental insurance plans do cover implants, and coverage for bone grafting varies. We recommend calling your insurance provider before your consultation. We can provide a treatment plan document we can submit to your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.
Why does bone grafting cost more at some offices?
The cost depends on the volume of bone needed, the technique used, and the material. Dr. Mechev’s cases often use 100% autogenous bone — the patient’s own bone — which requires additional surgical skill and time compared to synthetic graft materials, but delivers superior, longer-lasting results.
Can I get a price estimate before coming in?
We can give you a general range over the phone, but an accurate quote requires a CBCT scan and examination so Dr. Mechev can see exactly what your case involves. We won’t pressure you to commit to treatment at your first visit.
Is the same-visit crown really done the same day?
In most cases, yes. The crown is designed, milled, and fitted in the same appointment using our in-house CAD/CAM ceramic lab — no temporary crown, no return visit.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. We work with CareCredit and similar healthcare financing providers, offering 0% interest plans from 6 to 24 months for qualified patients. Options are reviewed at your consultation.