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Spotting Fake “Discount” Dental Implant Offers in Austin

  • Writer: Rhett Kruger
    Rhett Kruger
  • Nov 13
  • 1 min read
Austin dentist warning about fake dental implant discount offers.

Too-good-to-be-true ads for “$399 implants” are everywhere in Austin. Knowing how to spot a fake dental implant discount Austin scam can save you money and stress.

Local prices average $3,000–$6,000 per tooth, and discount ads rarely include the crown, abutment, or surgery itself.


What Changes the Price in Austin

  • Implant type (single vs All-on-4)

  • Material and lab fees

  • Provider experience and credentials

  • Sedation and follow-ups

  • Warranty coverage


How to Identify Fake Dental Implant Discounts in Austin

  1. No written treatment plan provided.

  2. Price doesn’t include essential components.

  3. Clinic avoids licensure or board-certification questions.

  4. Large non-refundable deposit required before exam.

  5. No clear warranty or refund policy.


Legitimate Austin clinics offer transparent plans around $85–$100/month for 60 months with CareCredit or Sunbit.


FAQs

Are $399 implants real? 

  • No - that’s usually just for the implant screw alone.

Can I report a fake deal? 

  • Yes, to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE).

What should be in a legit quote? 

  • Crown, abutment, surgery, and follow-ups.

Do honest clinics advertise discounts? 

  • Yes, but they disclose what’s included.

Is financing still available with real quotes? 

  • Always - through verified lenders.


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Note: Prices are estimates for Austin and are not a medical quote.

Updated: October 2025

Sources: Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, ADA News, Optima Implants Austin, Council Oak Period

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