Wisdom Teeth Extraction Cost in Seattle: Complete Breakdown (2024)

What You'll Pay for Wisdom Teeth Removal in Seattle

Costs vary by complexity, anesthesia, provider, and insurance. Below are 2024 Seattle-area estimates.

Per-Tooth Cost Ranges

Procedure Type	Cost Range (Per Tooth)	Description
Simple Extraction	$250 – $450	Erupted, straightforward; local anesthesia
Surgical Extraction (Soft Tissue Impaction)	$350 – $600	Gum incision needed; local ± sedation
Surgical Extraction (Partial Bony Impaction)	$450 – $750	Bone removal required; IV sedation common
Surgical Extraction (Full Bony Impaction)	$550 – $950+	Complex; sectioning; IV/general anesthesia

Additional Fees

• Consultation + Panoramic X-ray: $100 – $250 (often credited toward surgery)
• CBCT (3D Imaging): $250 – $400 (if needed for nerve proximity)
• Anesthesia:
  • Local only: Included / $0–$50
  • Nitrous oxide: $50 – $100
  • IV sedation: $250 – $500
  • General anesthesia (OR): $600 – $1,200+ (facility + anesthesiologist)
• Medications: Antibiotics, pain Rx, steroid dose pack ($20–$80)
• Follow-up: Usually included; suture removal if non-dissolvable.

Four-Tooth Estimates (All Four, Typical Mix)

• Simple (all erupted): $1,000 – $1,800 + local anesthesia
• Mixed impactions (most common): $1,800 – $3,200 + IV sedation
• All full bony: $2,500 – $4,500+ + IV/general

Insurance & Savings

• Dental Insurance: Typically covers 50–80% after deductible, up to annual max ($1,000–$2,000). Medical insurance may cover if medically necessary (e.g., pathology, trauma).
• HSA/FSA: Eligible expense.
• Dental Schools (UW School of Dentistry): 30–50% lower fees; longer appointments; supervised residents.
• Payment Plans: Most OMS offices offer 6–12 mo interest-free.

Choosing a Provider

• Board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS) for impactions.
• General dentist for simple extractions.
• Check reviews, hospital privileges, anesthesia permit.

Get a written treatment plan with ADA codes (D7140, D7210, D7220, D7230, D7240) for insurance pre-determination.