Treatment 02 · Implants

Dental implants in Pune

An implant replaces a missing tooth with a titanium post in the jawbone and a crown on top. It does not rely on the teeth next to it, and with care it can last for many years.

Visits: 4 to 6
Usual time: 3–6 months
From: ₹35,000 per tooth
Lead dentist: Prosthodontist

How it works

Three parts, placed in stages

An implant has three parts. The post is a small titanium screw that sits in the jawbone where the root used to be. The abutment connects the post to the tooth you see. The crown is made in a lab to match the shape and shade of your other teeth.

Because bone needs time to grow around the post, the work is done in stages rather than in one sitting. Between stages you can usually wear a temporary tooth, so you are not left with a gap at work or in photos.

Implants can also hold a bridge or a full denture in place. For people who struggle with a loose lower denture, two to four implants can make it far more stable.

Fig. 2 Implant, crown and abutmentNot to scale

Stages

From consultation to crown

Week 0
Consultation and 3D scan
Examination, medical history and a CBCT scan. You receive a written plan with the implant position, timeline and cost of each stage.
Week 1–3
Placement
The post is placed under local anaesthetic in a single visit of about an hour. Stitches, if any, come out after a week or so.
Month 1–5
Healing
The bone bonds with the post. You return for a short review, and a temporary tooth can fill the gap.
Month 3–6
Abutment and crown
A scan or impression of the healed area, then the crown is fitted and the bite adjusted. After that, yearly check-ups.

Who it suits

Is an implant right for you?

Implants suit many adults who have lost a tooth to decay, a crack or an injury, as long as the gums are healthy and there is enough bone, or bone can be added. Other options are a bridge, which is fixed to the neighbouring teeth, or a removable partial denture. Each has trade-offs in cost, visits and how long it lasts, and the consultation compares them for your case.

Tell us about diabetes, blood thinners, bone medicines or smoking at the first visit. They do not always rule an implant out, but they change the plan.

General information. This page explains how a treatment usually works. It is not advice for your teeth: a dentist confirms what is suitable, and what it costs, after examining you.

Questions

Implant questions

Does getting an implant hurt?

The area is numbed with local anaesthetic, so placement is usually felt as pressure rather than pain. Some soreness and swelling for a few days afterwards is common. The dentist explains aftercare, and what is normal, at your appointment.

How long does the whole process take?

Often three to six months from placement to the final crown, because the bone needs time to bond with the implant. Cases that need bone grafting take longer. Your written plan gives your own timeline.

Am I too old for an implant?

Age alone is rarely the deciding factor. Bone volume, gum health and general health matter more, and things like uncontrolled diabetes or smoking can slow healing. The consultation and scan are how the dentist decides.

Why is a 3D scan needed?

A CBCT scan is a 3D X-ray. It shows the height and width of the bone and where nerves and sinuses sit, which a normal X-ray cannot. It lets the dentist choose the implant size and position before the procedure.

What does the “from” price include?

The sample from price covers one standard implant, the abutment and a metal-ceramic crown. Scans, bone grafts and metal-free crowns are quoted separately in your written plan.

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