Dental Implants in Europe

Dental Implants
The Permanent Solution for Tooth Loss

You can browse a list of clinics that provide dental implants here on RevaHealth.com. If you need any help deciding which clinic to choose, just ask us for help.

Dental Implants are a tremendously successful mechanism for replacing missing or badly damaged teeth. They are however costly, and also require a specialist dentist called an implantologist or prosthodontist. Particularly because of the costs involved, implants are one of the most commonly sought treatments by Dental Tourists. 

What is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is normally a titanium screw that is implanted into the jaw bone to replace the old root. A natural looking crown is then attached to perfectly replicate the missing tooth. Unlike bridgework, implants do not affect the surrounding teeth. Integrated into the jaw, they avoid gum problems and bone loss that can accompany a bridge or dentures.

You might need dental implants if you are missing one or several teeth. Things to watch out for are:

• Your jaw may not be suited to implants and a bone graft may be required
• The implantation procedure requires unique skills and there are dramatically different levels of training, everything from a weekend to 3 years. Check to see that your dentist has the necessary qualifications
• Implants should not be used if your bone growth is not complete
• If you are smoker or are taking immune-suppressants the success rate for implants decreases

Ask your dentist what there 5 year success rate is – it should be about 95% for the lower jaw and 90% for the upper jaw.

What is the procedure like?

Implants can be placed either at the time of removal of the old tooth or at any time afterwards: the process is quicker if they are placed immediately after removal. Typically this is performed under a local anaesthetic.

The gum and jaw are prepared, creating an opening for the titanium screw. The screw is secured in place and then the gum is stitched over allowing the area to heal. Titanium has unique properties that allow it to integrate naturally with bone.

Over a period of three to six months the titanium and bone merge to form a very strong bed on which a crown or cap can be placed. This period before a final crown is placed can be shortened dramatically if the implant is placed at the time of extraction, to the extent that sometimes a crown can be fitted at the same time as the titanium screw is attached.

What different types exist?

There are about 50 different types of implants and the particular type or brand chosen by your dentist will depend on a variety of factors, including their training, their equipment, their stock, your bone density and the width of your jaw.

There is one other major category of implant, called blade or narrow. These are typically used when the patient’s jaw will not support normal screw-type implants.

There is also an alternative use of the implanted screws that allows dentures to be secured permanently to the jaw, thus preventing any accidental movement and improving their overall function.

The newest technologies also allow for what are called implants in a day or immediate load implants. This technique is very new though, and not very widespread. It is normally recommended to leave between 3 and 6 months between having an implant fitted and placing a crown on it.

What affects the price?

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One very important factor in pricing dental implants is that an implant is simply the titanium screw that attaches to the jaw bone. In order for a tooth to be replaced this implant needs a crown. When pricing dental implants, make sure the price includes the price of the required crowns. Things to look out for are:

• The Dentist selected to perform the procedure
• The type of implant being used
• The location of the implant
• The number of implants
• The type of crown required

To find our more about pricing, read our guide to why the cost of implants vary so much.

Price Comparison

Price lists should always be viewed with caution as many factors can increase or decrease the resulting price. Here is a rough price comparison based on the average prices for implants around the world:

Dental implants offer a strong and lasting solution to damaged or missing teeth, and are often the most aesthetically pleasing option too.

Dentists in Europe
Save yourself up to 70% on cosmetic dentistry in Europe

You have never had so many options for getting a perfect smile, saving money, and taking a holiday at the same time. From the bright lights of Budapest to the sunny beaches of Kusadasi, Europe offers you a wealth of choice of dental treatment destinations. You can choose a particular country using the Search button on the top right of this page.

The E.U is a driving force in equalizing the quality of dental care across Europe and degrees offered in any of the regions dental schools are accepted in all member states. Choose a clinic from the list on the left to see more information about their services and prices.

Dentists in Europe – Getting A Quote

See just how much you can save? It’s simple, fast, and FREE! You just pick a clinic, click on the "View" button, and choose what treatment you’re looking for. If you’re not sure which clinic to pick, why not read some patient reviews of Dentists in Europe? Just click on the "reviews" link in the search results to the left.

Our three most popular dental clinics are:

Dentists in Europe – Treatment Costs

Depending on where in Europe you decide to travel, you can save anywhere between 30% and 70% on your dental treatment costs. Why not compare quotes by contacting two clinics from the list on the left?

Take a look at this guide to the average dental treatment costs around Europe.

"Europe has a well deserved reputation as one of having some of the best healthcare systems in the world, with 17 in the top 20 as ranked by the World Health Organisation."

Dentists in Europe – Destinations

With their long traditions of treating patients from abroad, Hungary and Poland are the most popular destinations all year round.

Lately, thanks to cheap air travel and the convenience of the internet, more and more quality clinics around Europe are attracting patients from abroad. Right now we have clinics in Turkey, Spain, Italy, Croatia, Greece, and many more to choose from. Just click on one of the destination names to see a list of dental clinics in that country.

Dentists in Europe – Quality Of Treatment

A combination of research, training and quality control methodologies maintain the region’s position as a world leader in medicine and dentistry. Unified rules on laboratory materials and equipment assure pan-European quality levels that are regarded as the world's highest. The recent entry of Eastern European members has opened up a number of low cost dental options whose excellent academic traditions are now being combined with unprecedented investment in high technology and medical facilities. For example, see our list of dentists in Bulgaria.

Dentists in Europe – Patient Rights

In the unlikely event that something goes wrong, each country has its own redress system. The sections for each country provide an overview of the procedures for making a complaint and the powers of the regulatory authorities to inforce judgements.