Dt. Ali Kılıç
Aesthetic Dentist & Medical Manager
Aesthetic Dentistry & Smile Design
- DDS
- Postgraduate Surgical & Aesthetic Dentistry, Radboud University
London RegisteredTurkey OperationsNamed Partners4 Languages
Single-Tooth Implant
Single-tooth titanium implant placement and ceramic crown restoration delivered through the ATDERA Care Network of accredited specialist facilities in Turkey, coordinated end-to-end from a UK-registered office under verified clinician review.
- Duration
- 30–90 minutes
- Recovery
- 1–2 weeks (soft tissue)
- Success Rate
- 97%+ at 10 years
- Patient Stay
- 5–7 days
Overview
What does this involve?
- A single-tooth implant is a medical-grade titanium root placed surgically into the jawbone at the site of one missing tooth. Over a period of three to six months the bone fuses biologically with the implant surface — a process called osseointegration — at which point a custom ceramic or zirconia crown is fitted on top. The crown is supported entirely by the implant; the adjacent natural teeth are not involved in the restoration.
- Replacing a single tooth with an implant rather than a conventional bridge is the more biologically conservative option where the neighbouring teeth are sound. A bridge requires the preparation of the two adjacent teeth, removing healthy enamel and dentine to support the prosthesis. A single-tooth implant leaves those teeth untouched, preserves the alveolar bone at the missing-tooth site (which otherwise resorbs after extraction), and isolates any future biological or mechanical complication to the implanted unit alone.
- Through the ATDERA Care Network, single-tooth implant treatment in Turkey is reviewed individually by a verified partner implantologist before any pathway is proposed. Internationally certified implant systems used through the network include Straumann and Nobel Biocare alongside other manufacturers; the specific system is selected at the case-review stage based on the clinical site, soft-tissue contour, and prosthetic plan, and is recorded in the manufacturer's implant passport that travels with the patient.
Who is this for?
- Adults with a single missing tooth between healthy adjacent teeth, who are seeking a fixed restoration that does not require preparing those neighbouring teeth for a bridge.
- Patients with a recently extracted or non-restorable tooth who are considering a fixed implant-supported crown rather than a removable partial denture or a tooth-supported bridge.
- Patients with a previous bridge that has failed at one site — typically a fractured pontic, recurrent decay under an abutment, or loss of an abutment tooth — where implant replacement at the failed site is the more conservative option for the remaining dentition.
- Patients who have been told they are not candidates for an implant elsewhere — typically because of localised bone loss, sinus position, or proximity to the inferior alveolar nerve. ATDERA arranges a second-opinion remote case review covering CBCT bone volume, sinus mapping, and adjunctive techniques where indicated.
Key considerations
- Single missing tooth where the adjacent natural teeth are healthy and preparing them for a bridge would remove sound tooth structure unnecessarily.
- Recently extracted tooth where immediate or early implant placement is being evaluated to preserve alveolar bone volume and soft-tissue contour.
- Failing single-unit bridge or repeatedly fractured restoration on a structurally compromised tooth that has reached the end of its restorative life.
- Localised bone loss at a single-tooth site that is amenable to ridge preservation, ridge augmentation, or sinus lift surgery alongside implant placement.
- Long-term partial denture intolerance at a single missing-tooth position, where a fixed implant-supported crown would resolve retention, comfort, or speech concerns.
What to Expect
Before
Clinical Evaluation
2–4 weeks beforeA verified partner implantologist reviews your case remotely from a CBCT scan, panoramic radiograph, dental and medical history, and clinical photographs of the missing-tooth site. The review confirms candidacy at the specific site, measures bone height and width against the planned implant dimensions, and rules out the need for adjunctive procedures such as ridge augmentation or sinus lift before any travel plan is made. ATDERA then issues a written, customised estimate covering the clinician fee, implant brand and abutment, ceramic crown material, and any adjunctive surgical requirement.
On-Site Planning
1 day beforeOn arrival in Turkey, the patient meets the partner implantologist for an in-person consultation, intra-oral examination, and digital impression of the missing-tooth site and adjacent teeth. The pre-operative plan is confirmed, the implant trajectory is finalised against the CBCT data, and a surgical guide is fabricated where the case is being performed under guided surgery. The shade and contour of the temporary or definitive crown are reviewed, and the ATDERA care coordinator confirms the surgical schedule and post-operative timeline before the patient leaves the clinic.
During
Implant Placement
30–90 minutesThe implant is placed surgically under local anaesthesia, with IV sedation available where the patient requests it. A small incision is made, the osteotomy is prepared at the planned trajectory and depth, and the titanium implant is inserted to the manufacturer's torque specification. A healing abutment is fitted to shape soft-tissue contour during integration, and the surgical site is closed with fine sutures. The full appointment typically completes within 30 to 90 minutes depending on the site and whether immediate placement after extraction is performed.
After
Recovery and Return Home
5–7 daysA 24-hour post-operative review confirms surgical-site stability and reviews the analgesic, chlorhexidine rinse, and soft-diet protocol. Most patients return home within five to seven days of surgery. The ATDERA care coordinator schedules remote video reviews within 1st week, 6th week, and 3rd month with the partner implantologist on file, supported by photographs of the soft-tissue site and any in-country radiographic check the patient's home dentist arranges where appropriate.
Final Ceramic or Zirconia Crown
3–6 monthsOnce osseointegration is confirmed by clinical and radiographic assessment, the patient returns to Turkey for fitting of the final ceramic or zirconia crown. The healing abutment is removed, an impression of the implant platform and surrounding gingiva is taken, and the laboratory-fabricated crown is screwed or cemented into place. The return visit is short — typically two to three working days — and ends the implant pathway. Annual remote follow-up reviews of implant stability, occlusion, and oral hygiene are scheduled thereafter through the ATDERA care coordinator.
Your Clinical Team
Dt. Mahmut Boran
Implantologist & Maxillofacial Surgeon
All-on-4 Implant Surgery
- DDS
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Customised for your case
ATDERA does not publish fixed price lists. Every treatment pathway is individually scoped based on clinical review, and costs are discussed transparently once the appropriate pathway, facility, and specialist have been designated for your case.
What influences your treatment cost
- Procedure scope and complexity — single vs. combined, revision vs. primary
- Partner facility and accreditation level — hospital vs. ambulatory centre
- Length of stay — day-case, overnight, or extended recovery in Turkey
- Specialist seniority and case-specific expertise requirements
- Pre-operative diagnostics — imaging, lab work, specialist consultations
- Post-operative follow-up programme — local recovery support and remote monitoring
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How Your Treatment Works
1
Enquiry
Share your medical history and treatment goals. We review every case individually.
2
Clinical Assessment
Our team evaluates your case, confirms suitability, and assigns your named specialist.
3
Planning & Preparation
We schedule your appointments, coordinate travel logistics, and prepare your treatment plan.
4
Your Treatment
Receive care from your verified clinician at an accredited facility. We manage every detail.
5
Recovery
Post-treatment monitoring, discharge planning, and clearance for your return journey.
6
Continued Care
Scheduled follow-up consultations and coordination with your physician at home.
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