How long does implant placement take?
The procedure itself takes about 10 to 15 minutes per implant.

How long is the recovery period?
Most patients resume their regular activities within 1–2 days without any issues, while osseointegration takes several months and does not affect the patient’s quality of life.

Is a sinus lift painful?
It is performed under local anaesthesia, and the patient does not feel any discomfort.

Can dental implants last a lifetime?
Yes, with proper oral hygiene and regular check-ups.

The placement of a dental implant is carried out and paid for in several stages:

• Implant placement – 1,200.00 BAM – a titanium screw inserted into the jawbone to replace the tooth root.

• Suprastructure (abutment) – 400.00 BAM – the connector between the implant and the crown, serving as the support for the prosthetic work.

• Metal-free zirconia crown – 700.00 BAM – the visible part of the tooth placed on the abutment, made of zirconia, providing a natural look and functionality, and screwed onto the abutment.

The total price for the complete work per tooth is 2,200.00 or 2,300.00 BAM, and includes all stages – from implant placement to the final aesthetic restoration.
Additional costs may include preparatory procedures such as sinus lift or bone augmentation, which vary from case to case, depending on the type of procedure and the amount of material used.

Thanks to local anaesthesia, dental implant placement is painless. After the procedure, mild discomfort, swelling, or a feeling of tightness may occur, which can be relieved with recommended medications. 

Most patients return to normal activities within 1–2 days.

The best Straumann implants come with a lifetime warranty on the implants – you can read the warranty terms at THIS LINK (https://www.straumann.com/content/dam/media-center/straumann/en/documents/brochure/services/152.360-en_FORM.pdf).

In our clinic, with regular check-ups and proper care, we provide long-term safety and support. The warranty on implant components is 5 years.

Maintaining implants is just as important as the placement itself:

• Regular and proper oral hygiene at least twice a day.
• Use of an oral irrigator, dental floss, and interdental brushes.

• Professional cleaning and check-ups at the dentist’s office at least twice a year.

• Avoiding habits that may damage the restoration or affect the longevity of the implants

Once the implant placement is complete and the implant is stable, various prosthetic restorations can be made:

•  Crowns on implants – for the replacement of a single tooth.

•  Bridges on implants – when several teeth in a row are missing.

• Dentures on implants – stable and comfortable, retained on implants, removable for cleaning.

• All-on-4 and All-on-6 – complete jaw reconstruction using 4 or 6 implants and a fixed bridge that the patient cannot remove independently.

The placement of dental implants requires a thorough evaluation by an oral surgeon – implantologist. Ideal conditions for implant placement include:

• Specific bone parameters (height, width, volume) in the implantation area.

• Healthy gums and good oral hygiene.

• Stable general health (uncontrolled diabetes, severe heart diseases, and certain medications may be contraindications).

• Absence of active infections in the mouth.

If there is not enough bone in the lateral regions, a sinus lift (sinus floor elevation) or bone augmentation can be performed before implant placement, creating a solid foundation for the implant.

First stage – Diagnosis and planning

At the initial appointment, a detailed assessment is carried out, including a 3D CBCT scan, to evaluate the quantity and quality of bone as well as the need for additional procedures such as sinus lift, bone augmentation, etc. Based on the results, an individual implant placement plan is created – determining the number and position of required implants and any preparatory procedures.

Second stage – Surgical implant placement

The implant is placed under local anaesthesia, making the procedure painless. The dentist makes a small incision in the gums, prepares the bone, and inserts the implant. The surgery takes about 10–15 minutes per implant.

Third stage – Osseointegration

Over the next 3 to 6 months, the implant fuses with the bone. During this time, the patient may have a temporary aesthetic restoration so that the smile appears complete.

Fourth stage – Abutment and final restoration

Once the implant is integrated into the bone and stable, the abutment (the implant superstructure) is placed, followed by the final prosthetic work – crown, bridge, or other restoration.