DENTAL COST INTELLIGENCE FROM PEARL
How much does dental work cost in Arkansas?
Arkansas dental fees run about 12% below the national average — Little Rock and Fayetteville anchor the state's pricing, with rural Arkansas running materially lower.
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| Procedure | Typical range | State average |
|---|---|---|
| Preventive | ||
| Dental Cleaning | $88–$233 | $137 |
| Dental Exam | $57–$145 | $88 |
| Dental Sealants | $48–$123 | $70 |
| Emergency Dental Exam | $62–$163 | $97 |
| Mouth Guard / Sports Guard | $264–$696 | $405 |
| Diagnostics | ||
| Dental X-Rays | $110–$295 | $172 |
| Restorative | ||
| Cavity Filling | $150–$396 | $229 |
| Composite Filling | $150–$396 | $229 |
| Dental Bridge | $2,652–$6,960 | $4,070 |
| Dental Crown | $894–$2,352 | $1,374 |
| Inlay / Onlay | $559–$1,467 | $859 |
| Night Guard | $379–$991 | $577 |
| Same-Day Crowns (CEREC) | $885–$2,317 | $1,357 |
| Cosmetic | ||
| Cosmetic Dentistry | $1,471–$3,868 | $2,260 |
| Dental Veneers | $819–$2,150 | $1,255 |
| Smile Makeover | $7,074–$18,554 | $10,854 |
| Teeth Whitening | $348–$912 | $533 |
| Tooth Bonding | $189–$493 | $291 |
| Endodontics | ||
| Apicoectomy | $766–$2,009 | $1,176 |
| Root Canal | $603–$1,586 | $925 |
| Periodontics | ||
| Crown Lengthening | $885–$2,317 | $1,357 |
| Deep Cleaning | $194–$502 | $295 |
| Gum Grafting | $529–$1,383 | $811 |
| Periodontal Treatment | $264–$696 | $405 |
| Oral Surgery | ||
| Bone Graft (Dental) | $599–$1,577 | $921 |
| Frenectomy | $529–$1,392 | $815 |
| Sinus Lift | $1,295–$3,401 | $1,991 |
| Tooth Extraction | $150–$396 | $229 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $352–$929 | $542 |
| Orthodontics | ||
| Braces | $3,242–$8,502 | $4,973 |
| Invisalign / Clear Aligners | $3,009–$7,898 | $4,621 |
| Implants | ||
| All-on-4 Dental Implants | $12,968–$34,015 | $19,902 |
| Dental Implants | $1,766–$4,630 | $2,709 |
| Prosthodontics | ||
| Dentures | $1,198–$3,141 | $1,837 |
| Full Dentures | $1,291–$3,387 | $1,982 |
| Full Mouth Reconstruction | $17,682–$46,385 | $27,135 |
| Partial Dentures | $1,101–$2,890 | $1,692 |
| Other | ||
| Sedation Dentistry | $295–$775 | $454 |
| Sleep Apnea Oral Appliance | $1,062–$2,784 | $1,630 |
| TMJ Treatment | $1,471–$3,868 | $2,260 |
- Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas: Little Rock metro and the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers corridor (driven by Walmart, Tyson, J.B. Hunt headquarters) price near the state average; rural Arkansas runs 10–15% lower.
- No dental school: Arkansas has no in-state dental school — the closest options are UT Memphis or LSU New Orleans. UAMS College of Health Professions has dental hygiene but no DDS program.
- Delta Dental of Arkansas: Delta Dental of Arkansas is the largest dental network in the state, with Arkansas BCBS also significant.
- Walmart-driven employer plans: Walmart, Tyson, and other Northwest Arkansas headquarters employers carry strong dental benefits.
- Rural specialist gaps: Specialist density is concentrated in Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas; rural patients often travel for major specialist work.
Arkansas Medicaid covers limited adult dental — preventive cleanings and exams, basic restorative work, and emergency extractions — but excludes most major procedures. Children are covered comprehensively under ARKids.
Private insurance in Arkansas is PPO-dominant. Delta Dental of Arkansas is the largest dental network, with Arkansas BCBS, MetLife, and Cigna also having networks.
No in-state dental school — Arkansas residents seeking reduced-fee dental school care typically travel to UT Memphis (Tennessee) or LSU New Orleans. UAMS College of Health Professions has dental hygiene but no DDS program.
Does Arkansas Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Arkansas Medicaid covers limited adult dental — preventive cleanings and exams, basic restorative work, and emergency extractions — but excludes most major procedures. Children are covered comprehensively under ARKids.
Does Arkansas have a dental school?
No — Arkansas has no in-state dental school. The closest options for reduced-fee care are UT Memphis (Tennessee) or LSU New Orleans (Louisiana). UAMS College of Health Professions has dental hygiene but no DDS program.
Are Northwest Arkansas dental costs different from Little Rock?
Northwest Arkansas (Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, Bentonville) prices similarly to Little Rock, supported by the headquarters-employer presence (Walmart, Tyson, J.B. Hunt) and a higher-income patient base. Rural Arkansas runs 10–15% lower than either metro.
Do Walmart and Tyson employer dental plans cover well?
Walmart, Tyson, and other major Northwest Arkansas headquarters employers carry strong dental benefits with reasonable annual maximums and broad PPO network access. If you work for one of these employers, take full advantage.
Is dental coverage thin in rural Arkansas?
Yes — specialist density is concentrated in Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas. Rural Arkansas patients often travel 60–90 minutes for endodontic, oral surgery, and prosthodontic work. General-dentist coverage is reasonable in most counties.
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