Dental Implants
– A Lasting Solution for Missing Teeth
At Lina Dental Clinic in Ho Chi Minh City, we place dental implants using proven titanium systems that integrate naturally with your jawbone. The result is a stable, functional replacement that looks, feels, and works like a real tooth.
What are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a small titanium post that's surgically placed into the jawbone where a tooth is missing. Over the following months, the bone grows around the implant and locks it firmly in place — a process called osseointegration. Once fully healed, we attach a custom porcelain crown that restores both the look and function of your natural tooth.
Depending on your situation, we may recommend a dental implant, a porcelain bridge, or another restorative approach. During your consultation, we'll explain which option best suits your needs.
Implant Post
A small titanium screw placed into the jawbone. Over several months, the bone fuses with the post through a process called osseointegration, creating a stable foundation.
Abutment
A connector piece — made from titanium or ceramic — that links the implant post to the crown above it.
Porcelain Crown
The visible part of your new tooth. Made from high-strength zirconia or ceramic, it's custom-shaped and color-matched to blend with your existing teeth.
Who Needs Dental Implants?
- One or more missing teeth
- Missing multiple consecutive teeth
- Complete tooth loss in one or both arches (All-on-4 / All-on-6)
- Teeth too damaged by decay or gum disease to be saved
- Anyone looking for a long-term, fixed replacement rather than removable dentures
- Patients who want to avoid grinding down healthy adjacent teeth for a bridge
When extra caution is needed
The doctor examines you and asks about your medical history before recommending an implant. Tell the doctor if any of these applies to you, because you may need treatment first, a longer wait or a different option:
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Heavy smoking
- Current radiotherapy to the head or neck
- Osteoporosis treatment with bisphosphonates
- A blood disorder, or taking blood thinners
- Pregnancy
- Under 18 years of age
Benefits of Dental Implants
Restores Chewing Capacity
Because the implant is anchored directly in the jawbone, you can eat and chew normally — including foods you may have been avoiding.
Preserves Your Jawbone
When a tooth is missing, the underlying bone gradually shrinks. An implant stimulates the bone just like a natural root would, helping prevent the bone loss that can eventually change your facial appearance.
Preserves Adjacent Teeth
Unlike a traditional bridge, implants don't require reducing or reshaping the teeth on either side. Your healthy teeth stay untouched.
Long-term Stability
Implant posts can last for many years with proper care and regular check-ups.
Natural Aesthetics
The porcelain crown is customized to match the color and shape of adjacent teeth, so it blends in naturally with your smile.
Stabilizes the Bite
An implant fills the gap and keeps surrounding teeth from shifting out of alignment.
The Dental Implant Procedure
There are usually 4 main appointments: first, examination and imaging; second, planning, when we agree the treatment plan and cost; third, implant placement; fourth, fitting the crown. From the third to the fourth appointment, healing usually takes 3 to 6 months or longer.
1. Assessment & Imaging
We begin with a thorough oral examination and a CBCT (Cone Beam CT) scan at our partner imaging center (paid separately) to evaluate bone volume, density, and the position of surrounding structures.
2. Treatment Planning
Based on the scan, we select the optimal implant system, position, and angulation for your case, then agree the treatment plan and cost with you.
3. Implant Placement
The titanium post is placed into the jawbone under local anesthesia in a fully sterile setting. A surgical guide may be used for precision. Most patients report minimal discomfort. If there is not enough bone, the doctor performs bone grafting at the clinic. In some cases the implant can be placed right after the tooth is extracted.
4. Osseointegration (Healing)
Over the next 3–6 months or longer, the bone fuses with the implant, creating a solid anchor.
5. Crown Placement
Once integration is confirmed, we take impressions and fit your custom porcelain crown.
6. Follow-Up Care
You'll receive aftercare instructions and a follow-up schedule — typically every 6 to 12 months.
Ready to plan your implant?
Free examination, consultation and X-ray. Dr. Lina Do explains the plan and the exact cost before treatment starts.
Dental implant cost
One implant for one tooth usually has 3 parts: the implant post, the abutment and the porcelain crown. The post price in our price list covers the post only, not the abutment or the crown. Some cases also need a healing cap or a cover cap. Bone grafting, membrane, sinus lifting and a surgical guide are charged only when your case needs them.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Implant Neodent (Straumann Group, Brazil) | 25,000,000 VND/tooth |
| Implant Straumann – Switzerland BLT | 33,000,000 VND/tooth |
| Implant Straumann – Switzerland BLT Active | 36,000,000 VND/tooth |
| Implant Straumann TLX Active | 42,000,000 VND/tooth |
| Customised abutment | 2,000,000 VND/tooth |
| PFM crown on implant | 4,500,000 VND/unit |
| DDBio crown on implant | 6,500,000 VND/unit |
| Cercon crown on implant | 7,000,000 VND/unit |
| 3M Lava crown on implant | 8,000,000 VND/unit |
| Healing cap or cover cap (Straumann/Neodent) | 2,000,000 VND/tooth |
Examination, consultation and periapical X-rays at the clinic are free. A 3D CT scan is taken and charged by our partner imaging center; the clinic does not charge for it. The doctor tells you the exact cost of your treatment before it starts. See the full price list.
We accept cash, bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Alipay, WeChat Pay and USD. We do not offer instalment plans.
Risks and aftercare
Implant placement is a surgical procedure, so it carries risks:
- Swelling, bruising and pain in the first days, especially after bone grafting
- Infection or inflammation around the implant
- The post may not integrate with the bone; the risk is higher in smokers
- Numb lip if the implant is close to a nerve
- Implant parts can loosen or wear over time
The clinic has full procedures for managing problems related to the teeth and mouth. If a post does not integrate, the doctor places another post or finds a suitable alternative.
After implant placement:
- No food is forbidden, but avoid hard food; eat soft food in the first days
- Keep smoking to a minimum, because smoking raises the risk of complications
- Clean your teeth and take your medication as the doctor advises
- Attend your follow-up visits on time, then a check-up every 6 months to 1 year
Alternatives to implants
A porcelain bridge suits people who do not want an implant, do not want treatment in the jawbone, or have one of the medical conditions listed above. A bridge needs the neighbouring teeth to be prepared as supports. Read more about porcelain crowns.
Planning your implant trip
From the first to the third appointment, you usually need to stay in Ho Chi Minh City for 1 week to 10 days. After healing, you come back to have the crown fitted. The clinic supports your arrival, suggests accommodation nearby and provides all the documents you need for an insurance claim on request. Dr. Lina Do speaks English.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants
Is getting a dental implant painful? Do I need time off work?
The procedure is done under local anesthesia, so you won't feel pain during placement. Afterward, mild soreness is normal and usually manageable with over-the-counter pain relief. Many people can return to daily life and work the next day; cases with bone grafting may involve more swelling, bruising and pain.
What brands of implant posts does the clinic use?
We work with established implant systems from Straumann (Switzerland) and Neodent (Straumann Group, Brazil). Your dentist will recommend the most suitable system based on your clinical situation and budget.
What is the lifespan of a dental implant?
Dental implants are designed as a long-term solution. With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, an implant can serve for many years. Implant posts are covered by each manufacturer's warranty, which applies to replacing the product only. The crown on an implant has the same warranty as a regular porcelain crown. Conditions: you attend your check-ups on time, at least once a year, and the tooth has not been damaged by an outside impact.
How many appointments does a dental implant take?
There are usually 4 main appointments: examination and imaging, planning, implant placement, and fitting the crown. From placement to the crown usually takes 3 to 6 months or longer.
Does the implant post price include the crown?
No. The post price in our price list covers the post only. One case usually includes the post, the abutment and the crown, and may also need a healing cap or a cover cap.
Does the clinic have a CT scanner?
The clinic has no CT scanner on site. The doctor refers you to a trusted partner imaging center; that center charges for the scan, and the clinic does not. Periapical X-rays are taken at the clinic and are free.
Do you offer immediate implants and All-on-4 or All-on-6?
Yes. The doctor examines you and tells you whether your case is suitable.
How long do patients from abroad need to stay in Ho Chi Minh City?
From the first to the third appointment, you usually need to stay 1 week to 10 days. After healing, you come back to have the crown fitted. The clinic supports your arrival, suggests accommodation nearby and provides all the documents you need for an insurance claim on request.
Still have questions about implants?
Free examination, consultation and X-ray. Dr. Lina Do explains the plan and the exact cost before treatment starts.