In their 30s. Having lost a back tooth, they came to us saying, “I want to be able to chew again, but I’m reluctant to have a bridge, which requires shaving down the healthy teeth on either side, or a removable denture.”

Treatment Details

We carried out surgery to place a titanium artificial tooth root (the implant) in the jawbone where the tooth had been lost. After the bone and implant fused firmly, we fitted a ceramic artificial tooth on top, restoring a bite feel and appearance much like the natural tooth. *This treatment protects the surrounding healthy teeth, without placing a burden on them.

Treatment Duration & Sessions

Treatment period: About 3–6 months (including the healing period while waiting for the implant to fuse with the bone) Number of visits: About 6–10

Cost

From ¥440,000 (tax included) (Breakdown: First placement surgery ¥220,000 + Second placement surgery + crown ¥220,000) *This is a guide price for using an Osstem implant, the No. 1 share in Asia. *If bone grafting (GBR) is needed, there is an additional cost.

Risks & Side Effects

Because this involves surgery, pain, swelling, bleeding, and bruising can occur afterward. Neglecting daily care and regular maintenance can lead to peri-implantitis, a condition similar to periodontal disease, with a risk that the implant will come loose and fall out.