Exactly how much should a wisdom tooth extraction cost?

It depends: Cost varies by geography ~ $300-600/tooth plus IV sedation.

Variable: Fees are different from area to area. You are paying for a service, not a commodity like a gallon of gas. Since each office is independent, the fees are determined by the complexity of your extraction. Add in IV sedation and you can expect anywhere from $700 to $1200.

Lots of variables: There is a very wide range here. A simple extraction vs. A horizontal full bony impaction? Iv sedation vs. Local anesthesia alone. Big city prestigious office vs. Local rural dentist? Fee for service private practice vs. Insurance plan office? You've already received some idea from my colleagues. Best way to find out for sure is to see your local dentist or an oral surgeon.

Wisdom tooth Rx: It's not like buying a can of soup. Every surgical procedure is unique.Fee depends o training and skill of the practitioner, insurance coverage, geographic location of practice, type of anesthesia, degree of difficulty of the procedure, etc. See a fully qualified Oral Surgeon for evaluation and treatment options.