Dental Implant abroad, in Hungary

Why should I get a dental implant?

If you are tired of all the embarrassment of slipping dentures, not being able to eat the food that you love and the ineffectiveness of denture adhesives or just want to have one missing tooth to be replaced, then dental implants are the perfect solution for you.

If you are still hesitating about dental implants here are some of the possible aftermaths of missing teeth:

• Contiguous teeth might move towards the gap, thus your denture might loosen up. This can cause you difficulty in chewing that might lead to indigestion.
• If you don’t act as soon as possible, your jawbone starts losing bone mass with time. Bone resorption may result in a transformation of your face and you may have a strange appearance.
• During the chewing process, orts or food residues might stay in the gap that has a negative effect on the neighboring teeth (both sides).
• Furthermore, missing incisors might give you a hard time in talking and you might lose confidence in public.

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• FREE Consultation and dental implant procedure plan
• FREE OP X-ray
• FREE Airport transfers
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How much does a dental implant cost?

The cost of dental implant basically depends on the complexity of the operation, the used materials and suggested prosthetic works. Possible bone grafting or sinus lift can also affect the dental implant price. So the cost of dental implant treatments are not easy to compare.

Below you can find two typical tooth implant cost examples for porcelain crown(s) on dental implants (3 unit porcelain bridge on two dental implants and full porcelain bridge on six dental implants) prepared for you to better understand the cost and see the necessary treatments. Please note that sinus lift and bone grafting are not included in the calculation.

What does the dental implant cost depend on?

1. Price of diagnostic/planning

• Physical examination – FREE at MDental Clinic Hungary
• Consultation and planning – FREE at MDental Clinic Hungary
• Panoramic X-ray – FREE at MDental Clinic Hungary
• CT scan

2. Costs of oral surgical operations

• Bone grafting or sinus lifting (if necessary)
• Placing of dental implants: the cost of surgical procedure

3. Costs of used materials

• The dental implant price itself, depending on brand and type of the tooth implant
• Abutments
• Bone graft material
• The price of the membrane, depending on the size and material

4. Price of prosthetic work

• Costs of the dental laboratory / preparing the tooth replacements (ex. crowns, bridges), depending also on the material

Steps of the whole dental implant surgery procedure

The whole dental implantation procedure (from tooth implantation to final restoration) varies in each case.

1. Consultation and planning

During the first consultation, our oral surgeon or dental implant specialist evaluates the panoramic X-ray and consult with the patient. If the patient’s general condition and bone tissue are found to make the dental implant procedure possible, a customized personal dental treatment plan is prepared. The dentist may order additional examinations or request a CT scan if necessary to check bone mass.

2. Dental implantation

During the 100% painless tooth implantation procedure, the dental implant is placed in the jawbone. After the surgical procedure is performed according to the protocol, the patient is given advice and instructions for the healing period (necessary time for the bone recover). If no sufficient bone tissue is available for dental implantation, a special dental surgical procedure called bone augmentation or bone graft is provided to replace missing bone tissue.

3. Healing time

During the next 3-6 months (healing time) after dental implantation, the tooth implant heals under the gum, i.e. the dental implant integrates into the jawbone. During this period the patient has to maintain perfect oral hygiene and take medications as instructed.

4. Final restoration

After the healing period, the final restoration is built on the dental implant or implants. There are many types of restoration on dental implants from simple solutions (single crown on one tooth implant or bridge on two dental implants) to full restorations (full bridge on 6-8 dental implants, All-on-4 fixed dentures).

If you have no teeth in the lower jaw and are not yet ready for multiple dental implant placements, a conventional lower denture can be replaced by a removable overdenture.

5. Check-up

The long-term success of the dental implant and the artificial tooth built on it cannot be guaranteed without careful oral hygiene; therefore, it is very important that the patient maintains, and improves if necessary, his or her oral hygiene. After the prosthetic procedure, patients have a check-up examination at least every year to check oral hygiene and the function and stability of the tooth implant.

Risks of dental implant surgery

• Risks of bleeding and effects of the anesthesia: it is advisable to not to drive right after the dental implant surgery, avoid eating for a couple of hours and don’t do any intensive physical activities, such as sauna or sports

• Risks of infection: please consider mouth hygiene recommendations of your dentist, don’t use any mouthwash in the first few days and it is important to not to suck on the wound to decrease the possibility of an infection

Benefits of dental implants

• The perfect solution to replace dentures
• Allow healthy teeth to be preserved by not having to chisel them for teeth replacements
• Biocompatible
• The cost of the dental implant is a lifetime investment as it is a life-long dental solution for tooth replacement
• Not carcinogenic
• Teeth implants do not corrode
• Titanium dental implants are not allergic or toxic plus we give a lifelong guarantee for the implant itself, so it definitely worth the tooth implant cost!

Am I a good candidate for the implant dentistry treatment?

Dental implants can be placed in the jaw of patients of any age (with fully developed jawbones), provided that they have a sufficient quantity and quality of jawbone tissue available. Most healthy individuals that maintain a good oral hygiene are suitable candidates for teeth implants.

Circumstances where dental implants may not be suitable, or situations that have an increased risk of dental implant failure, include:

• Heavy smoking: this will impede and decelerate the healing process
• Excessive alcohol intake: disrupts healing process of the gums
• Periodontal gum disease: has to be treated prior to implantation since severe gum disease causes jawbone loss
• Immuno-compromised patients: steroids, patients undergoing radiation treatment, auto-immune disease
• Teeth grinders (bruxism): in case of bruxism so-called mouthguard or nightguard (also known as an occlusal splint) is provided to prevent chipping of porcelain crowns

Before and after pictures for dental implants

Case 1 – Full zirconia replacement for neglected and almost toothless upper jaw and bridge on dental implants on lower jaw

The patient had not been to a dentist for several years and neglected his teeth. For his upper jaw, he wanted to have all his remaining worn and discolored front teeth removed and replaced by a full bridge on teeth implants so he got a white, aesthetic full zirconia bridge on six dental implants. As for his lower jaw, he preferred to have zirconia bridge replacement on a dental implant for his missing molars on both sides and individual zirconia crowns on his chipped and discolored front teeth.

Case 2 – Lateral zirconia bridges on dental implants to replace missing molars

Patient had missing molars in upper and lower jaws on both sides. Besides he was unsatisfied with his crooked and crowded front teeth. He got four zirconia bridges on ten teeth implants to replace his missing molars and individual crowns on his upper and lower front teeth to correct misalignment and crowding.

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Can tooth grinders have dental implants as well?

The answer is yes. Bruxism isn’t an obstacle in case of placing a dental implant. In fact, it is a very common habit to have and it isn’t a conscious thing, it mostly happens during sleeping. Please let your dentist know if you are aware of having bruxism but he or she will also be able to discover the symptoms and signs by his or herself.

Tooth grinding puts an extra pressure on the dental implant which can be solved a few ways. The dental crown, dental bridge or the denture can be built up from a stronger material to be able to bear the extra impact. Additional tooth implants may also be added to support the tooth replacement. In addition to these mentioned, your dentist may also suggest you using a removable splint (also called a mouthguard) for the night to reduce pressure.

How do I know that I have enough bone for a dental implant?

It’s not possible to estimate for yourself if the jawbone is enough or not for an implant dentistry procedure.

An X-ray and a CT scan are necessary to evaluate your bone density and volume, and information about nearby anatomical structures (such as nerves) can also be gathered. The dentist might indicate that your bone would need support, i.e. an artificial bone replacement/grafting or sinus lift to firmly anchor your dental implants.

Remember, this part of the whole process is not harmless or secure if you are in a bad condition, so please make sure that before and during the dental implant procedure you are healthy and get enough rest.

How long will my dental implants last?

For a lifetime. You have to make sure to take care of all the advice from the cosmetic dentist. If your oral health is kept there should not be any problems arising.

Why do we use AlphaBio and Nobel Biocare teeth implants?

• More than 20 years of international experience
• Life-long guarantee (both AlphaBio and Nobel Biocare)
• Quality and reliability based on several decades of research and clinical tests
• Biocompatible titanium implant materials
• Fast and easy method of implantation
• Excellent price-quality rate

Dental implant costs vary according to their brand. While Nobel Biocare is a premium dental implant at a premium dental implant cost, AlphaBio is a high-quality product at reasonable price.

Dental implant – how many appointments do I need?

One of the most important things you need to consider when you are thinking about the length of your dental implant treatment is your own health. Healing of a tooth implant and surrounding tissues, like gum and bone should not be rushed because it might affect your appearance, chewing or talking abilities.

To complete your dental treatment, several months or maybe a year is needed which of course asks for patience. Try to think of that your dentist has planned your treatment process carefully and he or she is doing the best for you.

Generally, every dental implant treatment at our dental clinic in Budapest starts with a consultation often with an X-ray or a CT scan imaging, during which you also get your detailed cost- and treatment plan. The next step is usually the placement of the dental implant which is followed by the healing period.

After 3-6 months the oral surgeon uncovers the implant site to see how well the tooth implant has integrated with the jawbone. If everything is OK, a healing screw will be placed. Two following appointments are necessary to create and to place the final tooth replacement, which can either be a crown, a dental bridge or a fixed denture.

Don’t forget about the yearly controls which are also important to provide you with a life-long solution of replacing your tooth with a dental implant.

What shall I do after dental implant surgery?

After the tooth implant surgery, there might be symptoms of intensifying pain, swellings inside the mouth or even the face.

This is common sense as dental implant surgery is a kind of an intervention into your body. In case of any pain, it is indicated to take some regular painkillers (provided FREE of charge at MDental), because they might help you to handle the first days after the surgery. In addition, it is prudential to foment the affected region with some ice jelly (provided FREE of charge at MDental) to make sure that swelling is on the wane faster along with taking prescribed antibiotics (provided FREE of charge at MDental).

Usually stitches should be removed 7-10 days after the dental implantation surgery, nevertheless, MDental uses resolvable stitches, i.e. you can spare an extra journey for stitches removal.

Dental implant recovery time – how long does it take?

In every case, a certain time is needed for the dental implant to heal and to integrate with the bone (osseointegration). The length of this healing period depends on where the tooth implant is actually placed. The lower jaw heals faster usually than the maxilla (upper jaw). This means that in case of a lower jaw implantation the next step of the dental treatment can be done within 2-4 months.

According to implant dentistry guidelines, 3 to 6 months should be allowed for a maxillary dental implant to heal. Of course, personal health conditions may also influence the length of this healing period.

When will be my dental implant fully functional?

A dental implant site needs approximately 3 to 6 months to heal depending on where the tooth implant was placed (upper and lower jaw have different healing abilities). Shortly after the surgery, a temporary denture can be worn but still, unless the tooth implant is not integrated completely with the jawbone, but it cannot be exposed to too much pressure (e.g. avoid to consume apples, nuts, dry bread, etc.).

When the implant is properly anchored and the final tooth replacement is added, the dental implant is going to be durable and stable enough and can be used just like a tooth of your own.

Why is regular check-up important after dental implant surgery?

Yearly check-up after a tooth implant is more important than in case of other dental treatments. Dental implant treatment is a serious intervention into your body.

Although our dentists at MDental Clinic use the best material available on the market, treat your teeth with a high quality of expertise and take your health status into consideration, some eventual trouble may arise later on. It is strongly advised therefore to have your regular check-up with your dentist as advised.

The consequences of neglecting dental check-ups after a tooth implant:

• any infections might develop faster on gums or in the bone
• possible boneloss around the dental implant cannot be detected on time