Sungshim Dental · Honolulu, Hawaii
Understand the whole treatment plan before comparing the price.
A meaningful implant estimate needs to describe what is being replaced and what treatment is included. A single tooth, several teeth and a full arch are different plans. At Sungshim Dental in Kalihi, Honolulu, you can discuss your goals in English or Korean and ask for a breakdown of your proposed care.
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What can change the total cost?
| Part of the plan | What to clarify |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Consultation, imaging and planning. |
| Preparation | Extractions, gum treatment or bone grafting if needed. |
| Implant surgery | Number of implants and procedures proposed. |
| Replacement teeth | Abutments, temporary teeth, final crowns or bridges, and materials. |
| Continuing care | Follow-up, cleaning, adjustments and possible future repairs. |
At Sungshim Dental, an examination helps define the treatment scope before an individual estimate is prepared. When scheduling, ask about the consultation fee, what the visit includes and which payment arrangements are currently available.
Five questions for an itemized estimate
- Is this the total for a completed tooth or only the implant surgery?
- Are temporary and final teeth both included?
- Which additional procedures could change the estimate?
- How are follow-up care and future repairs charged?
- What happens to the plan and cost if healing requires extra treatment?
Insurance and payment discussions
Bring your insurance information and ask the office to help clarify the proposed treatment with your plan. Coverage, exclusions, annual limits and patient responsibility vary. Confirm benefits directly with the insurer; an estimate of benefits is not a guarantee of payment.
Ask the office which payment arrangements are currently available before committing to a treatment schedule. Published costs from a different office may describe a different treatment scope.
Prepare for your consultation
Your medication list, relevant medical history, insurance details and any existing implant records.
Your chewing concerns, appearance goals, travel schedule and budget priorities.
For the recommended option, alternatives, risks and an outline of visits and healing stages.
Visiting us in Honolulu
Sungshim Dental is at 1070 N King St, Suite 207, Honolulu, HI 96817, on the second floor of Palama in Kalihi. If you live on another island or are visiting Hawaii, mention your travel plans before arranging treatment. Ask how many visits are expected and where follow-up care will take place.
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Discussing your implant estimate at Sungshim Dental
At Sungshim Dental in Kalihi, your cost discussion can take place in English or Korean. Because our care connects diagnosis, implant planning and an in-house dental lab, it is useful to ask about the complete replacement tooth or arch, including the surgical and restorative stages.
Explain what you need
When contacting 808-499-7924, tell the team whether you are asking about one missing tooth, several teeth, a full arch or an existing implant. Mention your preferred language and any travel dates.
Review the proposed scope
Ask how imaging, any bone preparation, implant components, temporary teeth and the final crown or bridge are reflected in the proposed estimate. An in-house lab does not by itself determine the final fee.
Plan continuing care
Ask how scheduled follow-up, cleaning, adjustments and possible future repairs are handled. If you live elsewhere on Oahu or on another island, discuss return visits before arranging treatment.
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Practice information: Sungshim Dental · Updated October 1, 2026
Questions patients ask
How much does one implant cost in Honolulu?
The total depends on the required surgery, supporting components and final tooth, plus any preparation. Ask for a complete estimate after evaluation rather than comparing an implant-only price.
Does dental insurance cover implants?
It depends on your policy and the proposed treatment. Confirm exclusions, limits and your estimated responsibility with the office and insurer.
Can I get a plan before scheduling surgery?
Start by arranging a consultation. Ask to review the proposed scope, alternatives, stages and costs before deciding on treatment.
Discussing an implant estimate with Dr. Jisu Kim
Dr. Jisu Kim provides implant consultations at Sungshim Dental and holds dental licenses in the United States and Korea. Your estimate should reflect the recommended treatment after an examination. Ask which steps, restorations, imaging, possible bone grafting and follow-up visits are included in the written plan, and which costs may change if findings differ during care.
Talk through your next step.
Visit Sungshim Dental in Kalihi, Honolulu. Consultations in English and Korean.
1070 N King St, Suite 207 · Honolulu, HI 96817
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