Dental Implants

Permanent tooth replacement using titanium implants placed by specialist prosthodontists and oral surgeons, Medisave-claimable for qualifying cases. Available across 11 Raffles Dental locations island-wide.

Raffles Dental offers a comprehensive dental implant service delivered by specialist prosthodontists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons with dedicated implant training. A dental implant is a titanium post surgically placed into the jawbone to act as an artificial tooth root, onto which a ceramic crown is mounted to replicate the look, feel, and function of a natural tooth. Raffles Dental's implant protocol begins with a thorough clinical assessment including dental X-rays and, where indicated, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans to evaluate bone density, volume, and anatomical structures. This planning phase is critical to implant placement accuracy and long-term success. Patients with insufficient bone volume may require bone grafting procedures prior to implant placement, which the specialist team is equipped to perform. The implant procedure itself is conducted under local anaesthesia, and most patients report manageable post-operative discomfort managed with standard pain relief. Osseointegration — the biological process by which the implant fuses to the jawbone — takes approximately 3–6 months, after which the permanent crown is fitted. Raffles Dental is a Medisave-accredited provider: Singapore citizens and PRs can use their CPF Medisave account to offset qualifying surgical implant costs (typically the surgical component and anaesthesia fees), reducing out-of-pocket expenditure significantly compared to non-Medisave clinics. Implants at Raffles Dental are available across all major clinic locations, with complex cases typically handled at Raffles Hospital where full oral surgery facilities and anaesthesia support are available. Long-term success rates for well-maintained implants exceed 95% at 10 years, making this the gold-standard tooth replacement option for eligible patients.