Cost of Dental Implants in Cartagena
Dental implants in Cartagena cost $850 USD
Every year, millions of people from the US and Canada fly down to Cartagena, Colombia to have their dental implant procedures done at 70% off, without a single drop in quality of care.
A single dental implant procedure (titanium implant, abutment, and porcelain crown) is $1,385 USD in Cartagena, which is split between the 2-3 treatment phases.
Why so inexpensive? You’re really saving on cost of labor as many dentists in Cartagena use the same high quality dental manufacturers and materials as dentists back home. You can easily save yourself thousands of dollars on dental implants by coming in Cartagena.
Know what goes into the total cost of dental implants in Cartagena
As you may already know, there are many variables when it comes to dental implant procedures. You have to consider things like tooth extractions, bone grafts, membranes, temporary solutions, and other factors.
It’s important to have a solid understanding of each component of the procedure and trip down to know the total cost of getting dental implants in Cartagena.
What class of dental implant procedure will you get in Cartagena?
There are many types of dental implant procedures done in Cartagena. The most common are the individual dental implant procedures with a single titanium implant, abutment, and porcelain crown for $1,385 USD.
There are multi-crown porcelain bridges that are supported by one of two implants which can range from $1,700 - $3,000 USD, depending on how many implants (screws) and units (crowns) are in your bridge.
Implant supported removable overdentures are dentures that clip in and out of place, held down by a set of permanent implants. These range from $2,500 - $4,000 USD.
There are also implant procedures called “All on Four” or “All on Six” where an entire set of fake acrylic or porcelain teeth are held down by 4-8 implants. They can range from $8,000 - $25,000 USD, depending on how many tooth extractions are necessary and how many implants you receive.
At this scale, you can easily save tens of thousands of dollars on dental implants by coming to Cartagena.
How many dental implants will you get done in Cartagena?
Not only do you have to consider the class of dental implant procedure, you should think about quantity. How many implants will you need?
Will you need 3 single implant procedures and some implant-supported bridges? Maybe one “All on Six” on the bottom and some individual, single implants up top?
How about tooth extractions for your dental implants in Cartagena?
You may have to have some of your teeth removed in order for your dental implant procedure to be done. These extractions are not required for all patients. These are separate costs added on, depending on your case.
The type of tooth extraction can vary as well. There are simple extractions for $90 USD, surgical/impacted ones cost $150 USD, and wisdom tooth extractions are priced at $225 per tooth.
Knowing what type of extraction and how many you will need is required to get an understanding of the total cost of getting dental implants in Cartagena.
What about bone grafts and/or membranes for your dental implants in Cartagena?
You may need a bone graft and membrane in order for your dental implant procedure to be performed. This depends on your jaw bone density and whether or not the bone can support implants.
These bone grafts don’t come from other parts of your body instead they’re taken from bovine. A bone graft is $230 per gram and most patients that do need it, require 1-2 grams per tooth. Membranes are $190 USD.
Would you like temporary crowns for your dental implants?
Though not required, you may ask for a temporary crown solution for the 4-6 months in between dental implant phases. Remember, all implant procedures are done in 2-3 phases.
After the implant (the rod/screw itself) is surgically inserted into your jaw bone, it will take a few months for the bone and implant to fuse and heal.
During this time, you may decide to wear a temporary crown solution in the form of a partial or denture, or a combination. This is done for aesthetic purposes or if you’d like to have additional support while chewing.
If you are accustomed to not having a tooth there, you may decide you don’t need a temporary solution.
Temporary single crowns/flippers for $50 USD, partial dentures are $130 USD, and full dentures are $370 USD in Cartagena.
3D panoramic x-rays are $70 USD in Cartagena
A 3D panoramic x-ray is needed before work begins. In Colombia, dental scans are done in nearby, separate facilities. A staff member of your dentist in Cartagena will escort you to this location to make sure you get the right scan done.
Get an estimate by sharing previous x-rays and/or treatment plans
If you’re like many, you’ve explored getting dental implants back home but have been turned off by how expensive they are. If you have copies of your current x-rays and/or treatment plan, please share it with your dentist in Cartagena.
Medical information like this will make it easier to construct a more accurate quote and dental treatment plan.
Taking photos of your teeth is a good second option
If you don’t have prior x-rays and/or treatment plans we can review, taking photos of your teeth is the next best option available to us. We have a free online consultation you can easily complete on your phone.
It’s a short form that will guide you in taking 5 specific photos we need to make a proper assessment.
Know that these photos will not replace the need of taking 3D panoramic x-rays and/or having a physical clinical examination. This will simply help us make a more informed opinion when building your quote and treatment plan.
Dental implant costs in Cartagena are split between phases
Dental implant procedures are typically done in 2 phases, sometimes 3.
The first phase is where any tooth extractions, bone grafts, membranes are done and the implants themselves are surgically inserted into your jaw bone. If you want temporary crowns, these are done at this time as well.
Four to six months later you will return for the second phase where the permanent crowns are placed on your implants, completing the dental implant procedure.
If you require a good deal of bone grafts, an additional trip prior to the first phase may be needed to ensure your jaw bone has enough bone to support dental implants.
Consider flights, hotels, food, and transportation when tallying the cost of getting dental implants in Cartagena
The dental implant procedure is not the only cost you have to consider. Remember the flights, hotel rooms, food, and transportation.
Though these are additional costs, you will still save thousands of dollars by coming to Cartagena, Colombia for your dental implants.
It’s quick, easy, and cheap to get to Cartagena from the US or Canada. There are many direct flights.
There are lots of quality hotels in Cartagena to pick from. You can sleep in a great hotel for $40 USD a night or splurge and stay at a luxury hotel for just $150 a night.
Food is inexpensive, natural, and high quality as well. You can eat like royalty in Cartagena for just $15 a day.
Transportation is also cheap. Taxis are everywhere and you can also call a car using Uber whenever.
Please know that most dentists in Cartagena (like us) will also have a staff member pick you up from the airport, help you check into where you’re staying, and show you to your first appointment so things are as easy as possible for you.