Why Patients Come to Prague for Implants
Dental tourism to Prague has grown steadily for two decades. The primary draw is cost: a single titanium implant with crown typically costs between 25,000 and 40,000 CZK (€1,000–€1,600) compared to €2,500–€4,000 in Western Europe.
But cost alone isn't the story. Czech dentists are trained to EU standards, many hold postgraduate qualifications from Vienna, Munich, and London, and clinics in Prague's premier districts use the same implant systems (Straumann, Nobel Biocare, Osstem) as their Western counterparts.
The Implant Process — What to Expect
Consultation and Planning
A reputable clinic will take a CBCT (3D cone beam) scan to assess bone density before recommending treatment. Budget clinics sometimes skip this step — avoid them.
Implant Placement (Day 1)
The titanium post is placed under local anaesthetic. The procedure takes 45–90 minutes per implant. Most patients return to work the next day.
Healing Period (3–6 Months)
Osseointegration — the process of bone growing around the implant — takes 3–6 months. Some patients fly home during this period and return for the crown fitting.
Crown Fitting (Final Visit)
A custom porcelain or zirconia crown is attached to the implant. This appointment takes 1–2 hours.
Questions to Ask Your Prague Clinic
Finding the Right Clinic
Use our directory to filter by district and rating. For implants specifically, look for clinics with 50+ reviews and a rating above 4.5. Read recent reviews and look for mentions of implant-specific treatments.