Mexico Dental Implants

Yes, getting dental implants in Mexico is completely safe, and thousands of Americans, Canadians, and other international patients do it year after year. Border cities and popular tourist towns are safe places to get dental work. Our clinics in Cancún and Guadalajara are the perfect destination for a dental vacation and high-quality dental care procedures.

We are the only Mexican clinic that offers US warranty. Contact our team to inquire about how warranty works at home and in Mexico.

While getting your dental implants back home may be more convenient, the benefits of getting dental implants and dental services in Mexico far outweigh the travel factor. Plus, by turning your implant trip into a dental vacation, you get to enjoy the wonders of Mexico on top of getting a brand new smile AND saving money of your procedure.

The cities of Cancún, Tijuana, Los Algodones, Juarez, Ciudad de México, New Mexico and Nogales are popular destinations for dental tourism. However, you should make your choice based on the clinic, not the destination. Look for places with a qualified and experienced team, like our clinics in Cancún and Guadalajara.

How long the implant procedure lasts depends on the procedure. Some implants, like same-day implants, may be resolved within the day, while others may require multiple visits. Once we determine what type of implant you are getting, we will inform you of the timeframe required for your implant and work with you to figure out a schedule that fits your needs and availability.

The dental implant procedure itself is not painful, as the patient receives either local or general anesthesia to numb the mouth and jaw. After the surgery and once the anesthesia wears off, some patients experience mild pain and/or inflammation. This post-surgery pain usually wears off within 10 days.

Dental implants do not feel like natural teeth, because they do not have nerve endings. This doesn’t mean that implants don’t feel comfortable; on the contrary, patients often find their implants more aesthetically pleasing and functional than the damaged or missing teeth they had to replace. Dental implants take some getting used to, but they are worth it.

Some time to rest is recommended after getting dental implants. On average, most patients return to work 1-2 days after their procedure. It is not uncommon to need to take a week off work after more complex procedures. Your post-surgery rest period will depend on many factors, so you should always check with your clinic beforehand.

There are many steps involved in placing dental implants, but they vary between procedures. In general, a dental implant procedure requires:

• Grafting (jawbone preparation), if required
• Dental implant placement
• Temporary denture placement (optional)
• Osseointegration (bone healing and growth)
• Abutment placement (the piece where the final implant is attached)
• Final implant placement

Bone grafting is required when the patient’s jawbone is too soft or too thin. This additional step creates a solid base for the implant, which ensures that the patient’s jawbone can handle the pressure exerted by the mouth when chewing.

No, you shouldn’t smoke before your dental surgery. Patients are advised to quit smoking one month before their procedure, ideally longer. Smoking greatly hinders the chances of implant survival.

You can take care of your dental implants by practicing good dental hygiene. This includes regular brushing, flossing and using a non-alcoholic mouthwash. Because different implants may require different care, you should always check with your dentis and/or oral surgeon beforehand.

A dental implant can last up to 30 years, with most implants lasting at least 10. The lifespan of your implant will depend on several factors, such as your age when getting the implant, the type of implant you chose, and how you are with the upkeep.