Implants are the treatment most people ask us about, and for good reason. According to Market.us, 38.2% of dental tourism procedures in 2023 were implants. In the US they are also among the most expensive treatments, which is exactly where getting them abroad makes the biggest difference.
Here’s what to expect if you’re considering implants in Medellín.
How much do implants cost?
Here are our prices, next to typical US prices (US ranges: Placidway):
| Treatment | In the US | In Medellín with Dentalex |
|---|---|---|
| Single implant with its crown | $3,500 – $6,000 | $1,379 (implant $784 + crown $595) |
| Full-mouth implants, per arch | — | $11,000 |
| Full-mouth implants, whole mouth | $30,000 – $50,000 | $22,000 |
Your exact price depends on your case, which is why every treatment starts with a free consultation and a clear quote before you travel.
What’s included, and what we help with
The price covers your treatment, and our team is available 24/7 while you’re abroad. Flights, accommodation, transport and meals are paid separately, but you don’t have to arrange them alone:
- We help you find flights that work with your schedule. If you’d like, we buy the tickets for you and you pay for them directly.
- We find and book a vetted, comfortable apartment in El Poblado.
- We arrange an English-speaking driver to meet you at the airport, and rides during your stay.
- Your apartment has snacks and kosher pasta; for other meals, we point you to kosher places nearby.
- Translators and local guidance while you’re here.
Two visits, 4 months apart
An implant takes two visits. On the first one, we place the implant: the titanium screw that becomes the base of your new tooth. Then you go home and heal for 4 months while it bonds with the bone. On the second visit, at 4 months, we place the crown.
The process, in short
- Free consultation. We review your case and walk you through the options.
- Screening in the US. Our local dentists screen your teeth and send the results to our experts in Medellín, so everything is ready when you arrive.
- Your plan. A personalized dental plan plus the travel logistics, tailored to your schedule.
- Treatment in Medellín. A fast, easy and pain-free implant procedure, done with precision and care by certified specialists who speak English.
- Follow-ups. We stay in touch after you’re home.
For a full walkthrough, read How Your Dental Trip to Medellín Works, Step by Step.
What about bone grafting?
Some patients need more bone where the implant will go, for example after a tooth has been missing for a while. In those cases a bone graft rebuilds the area so the implant has a solid base. If your screening shows you need one, it becomes part of your treatment plan from the start, so there are no surprises once you’re in Medellín.
Is it worth it?
For many patients, the savings on a single implant cover the trip, and on full-mouth work the difference can be thousands of dollars. Add certified specialists, an English-speaking team and help with every part of the trip, and it’s easy to see why so many Americans are choosing it.
Book your free consultation and get a personalized plan before you decide.