Short answer
There is no standard fee for All-on-4 in Australia: each practice sets its own, and quotes differ in what they include. The biggest factors are one arch or two, the bridge material, any extractions or grafting, the anaesthetic, and the number of visits. A written, itemised quote after an examination is the only reliable figure.
Key takeaways
- Dental fees are not standardised in Australia, so two quotes for similar work can differ a lot.
- Check that a quote covers scans, extractions, both the temporary and final bridge, and follow-up visits.
- The bridge material affects the price now and how often repairs are needed later.
- Medicare does not generally cover adult dental treatment. Private extras cover may pay part.
- Early release of super is only for treatment certified as necessary, and the ATO treats it as a last resort.
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Why there is no single price
Unlike many medical services, dentistry in Australia has no standard fee schedule. healthdirect notes that dental costs vary widely because each clinic determines its own fees. That is the first reason All-on-4 prices online look so different from one another.
The second reason is that advertised figures rarely describe the same thing. Some quote one arch, others both. Some include the scans, extractions, sedation and the final bridge; others start the clock at the implant surgery and add the rest later. A low headline figure is not necessarily a cheaper treatment once everything is counted.
The third reason is you. Your bone, your gums, your general health and the bridge you choose all change what the treatment involves. That is why a responsible quote comes after an examination and scans, not before.
What goes into an All-on-4 quote
A complete quote should let you see every stage of treatment. Use this as a checklist when you read one.
| Part of treatment | What it covers | Why it changes the price |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment and scans | Examination, x-rays and usually a 3D scan of the jaw | Needed to plan where the implants can go |
| Extractions | Removing any remaining teeth that cannot be kept | Depends on how many teeth are left and their condition |
| Grafting or preparation | Extra bone or other preparation, only for some people | Adds surgery and time when the bone is very limited |
| Anaesthetic or sedation | Local anaesthetic, with sedation if you choose it | Sedation adds cost and its own risks |
| Implants and components | The four implants and the parts that connect them to the bridge | Systems and components differ between practices |
| Temporary bridge | Fixed teeth worn while the implants heal | Usually fitted soon after surgery if the implants are stable |
| Final bridge | The long-term bridge made after healing | Material and lab work are a large share of the fee |
| Reviews and maintenance | Follow-up visits, adjustments and professional cleaning | Some quotes include a set number; others charge each visit |
The factors that move the price most
Some parts of the fee are fixed for most people. These are the ones that create the big differences between quotes.
One arch or two
Treating the upper and lower jaw means two sets of implants, two surgeries or a longer one, and two bridges. One arch involves less treatment and usually costs less than two.
The bridge material
Bridges range from acrylic teeth on a metal frame to ceramic or zirconia constructions. The material affects how the bridge looks, how heavy it feels and how it wears. A 2026 systematic review found metal and acrylic bridges fractured more often than metal and ceramic ones, so a lower upfront price can mean more repairs later. Ask what the final bridge is made of and what the practice does if it chips or breaks.
Your bone and gums
The angled back implants in All-on-4 are designed to use the bone you have, which avoids grafting for some people. When bone is very limited, or gum disease needs treating first, the plan and the fee change.
Anaesthetic and visits
Choosing sedation, the number of appointments, and whether the temporary and final bridges are made in-house or by an external laboratory all show up in the fee.
How to compare quotes fairly
healthdirect recommends asking for the item numbers on a quote and contacting a few dentists to compare prices, and asking whether there are less expensive alternatives. For All-on-4, these questions make the comparison fair:
- Does the quote cover one arch or both?
- Are scans, extractions and sedation included, or charged separately?
- Is the final bridge included, and what is it made of?
- How many review and maintenance visits are included?
- What happens, and who pays, if an implant does not heal into the bone or the bridge breaks?
- What ongoing maintenance will I need, and roughly how often?
- Who will place the implants, and what is their training and experience?
Want a quote you can compare?
After an examination and scans we explain the full fee, what it includes and the alternatives, before any treatment starts.
Medicare and private health insurance
The Australian Government does not generally cover adult dental treatment, so most of the cost of All-on-4 is paid by the patient. Medicare’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule is for eligible children and does not apply here. Veterans with a Gold or White Card may be able to claim dental implants, and adults with a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card can apply for public dental services, though healthdirect notes the wait can be a year or more.
If you have private health insurance, dental treatment sits under extras cover. healthdirect explains that implants and dentures usually fall under major dental, that funds pay only part of the cost, and that policies differ in what they cover and how much you can claim each year. Ask your fund what it will pay for the item numbers on your quote before you start.
Paying over time
Many people spread the cost of All-on-4 over time. The practice’s payment plans page lists the options available, including finance through third-party providers. With third-party finance, the provider decides whether to approve you, the limits and the fees, so read their current terms before you apply and include any interest or fees when you compare quotes.
Early release of super: the rules are strict
Superannuation can be released early on compassionate grounds to pay for some dental treatment, but only in limited circumstances. The ATO requires two practitioners to certify that the treatment is necessary to relieve acute or chronic pain, to treat a life-threatening illness or injury, or to relieve acute or chronic mental illness. Cosmetic treatment does not qualify.
In October 2025 the ATO and Ahpra issued a joint warning about practitioners and businesses inappropriately supporting early release, saying it should only be considered as a last resort once other ways of paying have been exhausted. The ATO reported that in 2024 to 2025, 30 per cent of applications in its medical category, most of them for dental treatment, were rejected for not meeting the requirements. If you are considering it, speak to the ATO or a licensed financial adviser, and remember the money comes out of your retirement savings.
Looking past the headline price
The fee is only part of the cost of All-on-4 over the years. Daily cleaning, regular check-ups and professional maintenance are part of looking after implants, and the bridge may need repairs or eventually replacing. When you compare quotes, compare what happens after the surgery as well as the surgery itself.
It is also worth comparing All-on-4 with the alternatives, from a full denture to an implant-supported denture or a design on more implants. Each has a different upfront cost and different upkeep. Our guide to how All-on-4 works sets out how they differ.
What you should know about the risks
All-on-4 is surgery, and like any surgery it carries risks. Possible problems include infection, nerve damage that can cause numbness, sinus problems in the upper jaw, damage to nearby teeth, an implant that does not join with the bone, and later inflammation of the gum and bone around the implants. The bridge can also chip or break and need repair, which is an ongoing cost to plan for. Individual results vary, and whether All-on-4 suits you depends on a clinical assessment. Alternatives include dentures, implant-supported dentures and designs with more implants, and you are welcome to seek a second opinion before deciding. More information: treatment risks and suitability.
Frequently asked questions
How much does All-on-4 cost at The Dental Practice?
We give you the full fee after an examination and scans, because the plan depends on your bone, your gums, whether one or both arches are treated and the bridge you choose. We explain what the fee includes, and the alternatives, before any treatment starts.
Why do some clinics advertise a much lower price?
Advertised figures often cover only part of the treatment, such as one arch or the surgery without the final bridge. Ask what is included and compare like with like.
Is one arch cheaper than two?
Yes, usually. One arch involves fewer implants, less surgery and one bridge instead of two.
Does Medicare cover All-on-4?
Medicare does not generally cover adult dental treatment, including All-on-4. Veterans with a Gold or White Card may be able to claim. Check with Services Australia or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Will my health fund pay for All-on-4?
If you have extras cover, implants usually fall under major dental and your fund may pay part of the cost, up to your annual limit. Give your fund the item numbers from your quote to find out exactly what it will pay.
Can I use my super to pay for All-on-4?
Only if two practitioners certify the treatment is necessary to relieve pain, treat a life-threatening condition or relieve mental illness, and the ATO approves it. The ATO says it should be a last resort, and cosmetic treatment does not qualify.
Are there ongoing costs after All-on-4?
Yes. Regular check-ups and professional cleaning are part of looking after implants, and the bridge may need repairs or replacing over time. Ask what maintenance your quote includes.
In short
All-on-4 fees vary because there is no standard fee in Australia and quotes include different things.
- Get a written, itemised quote after an examination
- One arch or two and the bridge material move the price most
- Medicare does not generally cover it; extras cover may pay part
- Early release of super is narrow and a last resort
Get a full, itemised plan
Book a consultation in Burwood and we will examine your teeth and gums, take the scans, and set out every option with its full fee, so you can compare properly before you decide.
Book an appointment Call (02) 9739 1400
Shop 2, 8 Burwood Road, Burwood NSW 2134
References
- Cost of dental care, healthdirect Australia
- Dental implant, healthdirect Australia
- ATO and Ahpra send warning about extracting super early (16 October 2025), Ahpra and the Australian Taxation Office
- All-on-Four rehabilitation: a systematic review of clinical management, workflow and complications (Huber et al., 2026), Dentistry Journal
- The all-on-four treatment concept: systematic review (Soto-Penaloza et al., 2017), Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry
This article is general information only and is not a substitute for individual advice from a registered dental practitioner. Individual results vary, and whether a treatment suits you depends on a clinical assessment of your teeth, gums and bite. If you are considering treatment, you are welcome to seek a second opinion. The Dental Practice is a dental practice in Burwood, NSW; our practitioners are registered with the Dental Board of Australia through AHPRA.