Dental Implants

What are dental implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium screw, a biocompatible material, that replaces the root of a missing tooth. A crown, bridge or fixed denture is then placed on top of it. Through a process called osseointegration, the implant fuses with the bone and provides stability, strength and a feel similar to a natural tooth.

How much do dental implants cost in Lima, Peru?

At The Dental Clinic, dental implants start from USD 990 (approx. S/ 3,465), VAT included. We work with implants from MIS, Straumann, Medigma, Nobel Biocare and Astra Tech, and the price varies depending on the brand. The final cost also depends on the number of implants, the type of restoration (crown, bridge, All-on-4 or All-on-6) and whether bone grafting is needed. At your first evaluation, with a 3D CT scan, we give you a treatment plan with a fixed quote, so you know the total cost before you start.

What types of dental implants do we offer?

• Conventional implant: the implant is placed and, after the osseointegration period, the final crown is fitted.
• Immediate-load implant: in selected cases, a fixed temporary tooth is placed on the same day as the surgery.
• All-on-4: a full fixed denture supported by four implants, for patients who have lost all the teeth in one arch.
• All-on-6: a full fixed denture supported by six implants, recommended depending on the amount of bone and the treatment plan.

When are dental implants recommended?

• Loss of one or more teeth.
• Patients who want to avoid removable dentures.
• Cases with adequate bone, or where bone grafting is possible.
• Patients looking for a fixed, stable solution.
• Patients with dental anxiety or phobia who prefer to have the procedure with sedation dentistry.
• Cases where the implant is completed with a dental crown to restore appearance and function.
• Patients who travel to Lima through our dental tourism program and want to replace missing teeth during their stay.

How long does implant treatment take?

It depends on each case. The implant is placed in one appointment. The bone then needs an osseointegration period, usually a few months, before the final crown is fitted. With immediate-load implants, the patient leaves with a fixed temporary tooth on the same day. If bone grafting is needed, the timeline is longer. At your evaluation we explain the schedule for your treatment.

How many trips to Lima will I need?

For most implant treatments, international patients plan two visits. In the first, we carry out the evaluation with a 3D CT scan and place the implants; osseointegration then takes place at home, without you having to stay in Lima. In the second visit, we fit the final crowns, bridge or fixed denture. Before you travel, send us your X-rays or a recent CT scan and we will give you an estimated plan and the number of days you will need in Lima.

What is our implant protocol?

Evaluation and digital planning

We take a 3D CT scan (CBCT), digital models and a full diagnosis to define the position, angle and type of implant, and to plan the surgery. Knowing the exact volume and quality of your bone allows us to place each implant with high precision, helping to reduce the margin of error. Depending on your case, we recommend the most suitable brand among MIS, Straumann, Medigma, Nobel Biocare and Astra Tech.

Minimally invasive surgery

We use guided implant placement techniques to reduce discomfort, preserve the tissues and support a more comfortable recovery.

Bone grafting when needed

When there is bone loss, we use grafts, membranes and regeneration techniques to create adequate support for the implant.

Prosthetic restoration

We fit crowns, bridges or fixed dentures that respect the appearance, function and harmony of your mouth, using natural-looking materials.

Follow-up and maintenance

We schedule regular check-ups to monitor the implant, gums and surrounding structures, and we guide you on hygiene and specific care.

What are the benefits of dental implants?

• You regain stable, comfortable chewing.
• They help preserve the bone and reduce the bone loss that follows tooth loss.
• You gain stability and confidence when speaking and smiling.
• You get a fixed solution that looks and feels natural.
• We work with highly biocompatible titanium implants (MIS, Straumann, Medigma, Nobel Biocare and Astra Tech), planned with a 3D CT scan and guided surgery protocols.

What care is needed after getting an implant?

• Keep up thorough oral hygiene: brushing, flossing and a water flosser.
• Follow your specialist’s instructions on diet, rest and hygiene products.
• Attend your follow-up appointments for adjustments and check-ups.
• Avoid smoking and chewing hard objects.
• Contact us if you notice swelling, prolonged pain or movement.

Treatment led by Dr. Lilia Demartini

Your dental implant treatment is planned and supervised by Dr. Lilia Demartini (COP 21568), specialist in Oral Rehabilitation and Cosmetic Dentistry, with more than 20 years of experience in Peru, Germany and the United States. She leads the digital planning of your case and the prosthetic restoration on implants, working with our team of specialists in Implantology and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with the aim of an aesthetic, functional and stable result. We see patients at our clinics in Miraflores and San Isidro.