Key facts
- Complete implant tooth at Lucid Dental: from ₩1,190,000 (MegaGen AnyOne) to ₩1,490,000 (Osstem SOI).
- Abutment from ₩100,000 and zirconia implant crown from ₩500,000 are included in those totals.
- Bone graft from ₩300,000–450,000; sinus lift from ₩500,000 (crestal) or ₩1,000,000 (window).
- NHIS members aged 65+ may have up to two implants covered with a 30% co-pay.
- Fees are reference prices confirmed in a written plan after an exam.
Implant prices in Korea are often quoted as a single number, but that number can mean very different things. Some clinics quote only the screw. Others include the crown. This post gives you Lucid Dental Clinic's actual reference fees, shows what a complete implant tooth adds up to, and explains why your own quote may land higher or lower.
How much does one dental implant cost in Korea?
At Lucid Dental Clinic in Gangnam, one complete implant tooth — fixture, custom abutment and zirconia crown — starts from ₩1,190,000 to ₩1,490,000. That is about US$850 to US$1,064 at roughly ₩1,400 per US$ (check today's rate). Bone grafting or a sinus lift is extra, only when needed.
These are non-covered reference prices. Your final fee is confirmed after an exam and X-rays, and written into your plan before treatment starts.
What do the three price levels include?
The main difference between the three levels is the implant fixture. The abutment and crown are the same in each row.
| Fixture system | Fixture (from) | + Abutment | + Zirconia crown | Complete tooth (from) | Approx. US$ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MegaGen AnyOne | ₩590,000 | ₩100,000 | ₩500,000 | ₩1,190,000 | ≈US$850 |
| Osstem BA | ₩690,000 | ₩100,000 | ₩500,000 | ₩1,290,000 | ≈US$921 |
| Osstem SOI | ₩890,000 | ₩100,000 | ₩500,000 | ₩1,490,000 | ≈US$1,064 |
Which system suits you depends on your bone, the tooth's position and your dentist's plan, not on price alone. Our Osstem vs MegaGen guide explains the differences.
What can make an implant cost more?
The most common extras are bone-related. When a tooth has been missing for a long time, the jawbone can shrink, and there may not be enough to hold an implant securely.
- Bone graft: from ₩300,000 to ₩450,000 per site
- Crestal sinus lift: from ₩500,000, for some upper back teeth
- Lateral window sinus lift: from ₩1,000,000, when more height is needed
- Extractions or other work: removing a failing tooth or treating nearby teeth, quoted after an exam
The bone graft and sinus lift guide explains when each is needed. For a part-by-part explanation of fees, see the full implant cost breakdown.
What about several implants or a full arch?
For a few separate teeth, the cost is usually close to the per-tooth fee multiplied by the number of implants, plus any grafting. When many teeth are missing, it may not be necessary to place one implant per tooth; options such as implant-supported bridges or full-arch designs can change the total. These cases are planned individually. See All-on-4 implants in Korea for how larger cases are approached, and our 2026 Seoul dental price list for every other reference fee.
How does the price compare with a bridge or denture?
An implant usually costs more upfront than a removable denture, and its cost is often in the same range as or above a bridge, depending on how many teeth are involved. The difference is in what each option asks of the rest of your mouth.
A bridge needs the teeth on either side to be trimmed for crowns. A denture rests on the gums and can be removed. An implant stands on its own and does not rely on neighboring teeth, but it needs enough healthy bone and some healing time. Bridge and denture fees at Lucid are quoted after an exam. Our guide to implant vs bridge vs denture compares the trade-offs in plain terms.
What should you ask before accepting any implant quote?
- Is this the price for the fixture alone, or for the complete tooth with abutment and crown?
- Which implant brand and line will be used, and why?
- Will I need a bone graft or sinus lift, and is it already in this number?
- What is the crown made of?
- How many visits are planned, and what happens if healing takes longer?
- Will I receive my records and implant details in English?
Clear answers to these questions make quotes from different clinics, or different countries, much easier to compare fairly.
How is the final price set?
- Share records. Send recent X-rays or photos so we can give a preliminary idea of what may be involved.
- Exam and imaging. In Seoul, the dentist examines your mouth and checks bone height and width.
- Written plan. You receive an itemized plan listing the fixture, abutment, crown and any grafting.
- Your decision. You agree to the plan before any treatment begins.
- Staged treatment. The implant is placed, heals, and then the abutment and crown are fitted, usually across two trips.
Individual results vary; a consultation and exam are required. We cannot promise a fixed number of days, because healing time differs from person to person.
Do residents with Korean insurance pay less?
Only in one group. If you are enrolled in Korea's NHIS and aged 65 or older, up to two implants per person may be covered with a 30% co-pay, as described in a 2024 study in Healthcare. Other adults, and all visitors, pay the non-covered fees above. Korea's VAT refund for foreign medical tourists ended on 31 December 2025.
If you are comparing with home, read dental implant cost in Korea vs the USA, or see our main dental implants page.
Book a consultation
Send us your X-rays and tell us which teeth you want to replace. We will explain which price level may fit and what an exam needs to confirm. Message us on WhatsApp at +82-10-8354-2975.
Frequently asked questions
Why do some Korean clinics advertise much lower implant prices?
Some quotes cover only the fixture, not the abutment and crown. Always ask whether a price is for the screw alone or the complete tooth, and whether grafting is included.
Is the crown price the same for front and back teeth?
Lucid's listed zirconia implant crown fee is from ₩500,000 per tooth. Your dentist may suggest a different design for a highly visible front tooth, which would be confirmed in your plan.
Do I pay for the implant all at once?
Payment is usually linked to stages of treatment, such as placement and the final crown. Ask for your written plan to show which items fall on each visit.
Can I get a same-day implant to save on travel?
Some cases suit One-Day Implants, depending on bone quality and stability. Only an exam can show whether you are a candidate.
Does the price include follow-up visits?
Ask what follow-up checks are included in your plan. Routine check-ups after you return home are usually done by your home dentist.
