Dental Implants

At House of Aesthetics, a single dental implant ranges from PKR 95,000 to PKR 350,000 depending on the implant brand and crown material chosen. The All-on-4 full arch restoration starts from PKR 350,000 per arch. The final cost depends on the number of implants, any bone grafting required, and the type of crown material chosen. We provide a comprehensive written treatment plan and cost breakdown at your consultation — no surprises.

Dental implants are designed to last a lifetime. The titanium implant fixture fuses permanently with your jawbone (osseointegration) and can last 20–30 years or more with proper care. The porcelain crown on top typically lasts 10–15 years before needing replacement. Success rates for implants exceed 95% at 10 years in healthy patients, making them the most durable tooth replacement option available.

The implant placement procedure is performed under local anaesthesia, so you will not feel pain during surgery. Most patients report that post-operative discomfort is less than they anticipated — mild soreness managed with over-the-counter pain relief for 3–5 days. Swelling and bruising may occur for 3–7 days. IV sedation is available for anxious patients. The osseointegration (healing) period of 3–6 months is not painful.

Most adults with missing or failing teeth are candidates for implants. Ideal candidates are in good general health, have sufficient jawbone density to support the implant, and do not smoke heavily. Conditions that require careful management include diabetes, osteoporosis, and autoimmune conditions. Insufficient bone can often be addressed with bone grafting. Teenagers are not candidates as their jaws are still growing. Your dentist will assess your suitability with X-rays and 3D imaging at consultation.

The process involves several stages: (1) Consultation with X-ray and 3D CBCT scan; (2) Any preparatory work (extractions, bone grafting) if needed — healing 4–12 weeks; (3) Implant placement surgery — 45–90 minutes per implant; (4) Osseointegration — 3–6 months for the implant to fuse with bone; (5) Abutment placement and crown fabrication; (6) Final crown placement. The entire process typically takes 3–8 months depending on complexity.

Dental implants are the gold standard for tooth replacement for several reasons: they preserve jawbone (stopping bone loss that occurs with dentures and bridges), function and feel like natural teeth, do not require grinding down adjacent healthy teeth (as bridges do), and last significantly longer. While the upfront cost is higher, implants are often more cost-effective long-term and deliver a vastly superior quality of life.

Well-placed dental implants from experienced surgeons have a success rate of 95–98% at 10 years in healthy patients. The most common reasons for implant failure are heavy smoking, uncontrolled diabetes, poor oral hygiene, and inadequate bone quality. By thoroughly assessing your suitability and medical history before placement, we minimise these risks and set you up for the best possible long-term outcome.

After the healing period, dental implants are cared for exactly like natural teeth — twice-daily brushing, daily flossing (using an implant floss or water flosser), and regular dental check-ups every 6 months. While the implant itself cannot decay, the surrounding gum and bone can be affected by gum disease (peri-implantitis) if oral hygiene is poor. Avoid smoking, which significantly increases the risk of implant failure.