Key facts
- Lucid fixture fees: MegaGen AnyOne from ₩590,000, Osstem BA from ₩690,000, Osstem SOI from ₩890,000.
- Custom abutment from ₩100,000; zirconia implant crown from ₩500,000.
- Bone graft ₩300,000–450,000; sinus lift from ₩500,000 (crestal) or ₩1,000,000 (window).
- HIRA data reported in Sept 2026: median zirconia implant about 1.1 million won at dental clinics vs about 2.2 million won at tertiary hospitals.
- A 3D scan is needed to know whether grafting is required.
What makes one implant quote higher than another?
An implant price in Korea is the sum of several parts, and the parts you need depend on your jawbone, gums and the tooth being replaced. Two people replacing "one tooth" can get very different quotes for good clinical reasons.
At Lucid Dental Clinic, a complete single implant (fixture, custom abutment and zirconia crown) comes to about ₩1,190,000–1,490,000 before any grafting, depending on the fixture brand. That is roughly US$850–1,064 at about ₩1,400 per US$ — check today's rate. Every figure is a reference price confirmed after an exam.
Factor 1: Which implant fixture is used?
The fixture is the screw-shaped post placed in the bone. Different systems carry different prices, partly because of surface design and the range of components available. We list three Korean-made options:
| Component | Reference fee at Lucid | Approx. US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Fixture: MegaGen AnyOne | from ₩590,000 | ≈US$421 |
| Fixture: Osstem BA | from ₩690,000 | ≈US$493 |
| Fixture: Osstem SOI | from ₩890,000 | ≈US$636 |
| Custom abutment | from ₩100,000 | ≈US$71 |
| Zirconia crown for implant | from ₩500,000 | ≈US$357 |
| Bone graft (if needed) | ₩300,000–450,000 | ≈US$214–321 |
| Sinus lift, crestal (if needed) | from ₩500,000 | ≈US$357 |
| Sinus lift, lateral window (if needed) | from ₩1,000,000 | ≈US$714 |
For a plain-English comparison of the brands, see Osstem vs MegaGen implants. The full implant cost breakdown guide walks through each line in more detail.
Factor 2: Do you have enough bone?
Bone volume is often the single biggest swing factor. If a tooth has been missing for years, the bone usually shrinks, and a graft may be needed to hold the implant securely.
In the upper back jaw, the sinus can sit close to the roots. A sinus lift raises the sinus floor to make room. A crestal lift is done through the implant site; a lateral window approach is used when more height is needed and costs more. Only a 3D scan can show which, if any, you need. Read more in our guide to bone grafts and sinus lifts in Seoul.
Factor 3: What type of clinic are you visiting?
In Korea, the same treatment is often priced differently by institution type. Korea Biomedical Review reported in September 2026 on data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA), which tracks non-covered fees nationwide. The median price of a zirconia implant per tooth was about 1.1 million won at dental clinics, 1.2 million won at hospitals, 1.4 million won at general hospitals and about 2.2 million won at tertiary hospitals.
Those are national medians, not our prices, and what each one includes can vary. They show why comparing "an implant" across clinics needs care: always ask what each quote includes.
Factor 4: How many teeth, and where?
Front teeth often need more careful gum and crown shaping for appearance. Back teeth carry heavier bite forces. Several missing teeth in a row may be restored with fewer implants supporting a bridge, which changes the total. For a whole arch, see All-on-4 implants in Korea.
Factor 5: Timing and your health
Whether the implant goes in on the day of extraction, and whether a temporary tooth is attached the same day, affects visits and cost. So do health factors that slow healing, such as smoking or poorly controlled diabetes. Gum disease usually needs treatment before implant surgery.
Same-day options can be convenient for travelers, but they are not right for every site, and a temporary tooth still needs to be replaced with a final crown later. Our guide to same-day implants in Seoul explains who may be suitable.
How do you get an accurate implant quote?
An accurate quote comes from an exam, not a photo. Here is how it works at Lucid:
- Send your details and any recent X-rays on WhatsApp for a first reference estimate.
- Come in for an exam and 3D scan so the dentist can measure bone height and width.
- Review a written plan that lists the fixture, abutment, crown and any graft or sinus lift, each with its fee.
- Ask about timing: most implants need a healing period before the final crown, so plan your trips around it.
- Agree before treatment starts. Nothing is added without discussing it with you first.
Individual results vary; a consultation and exam are required. For the treatment overview, see our dental implants service page, and for other fees, the 2026 Seoul dental price list.
What questions should you ask about any implant quote?
- Which fixture brand and model is included?
- Are the abutment and final crown included, and what is the crown made of?
- Is a bone graft or sinus lift included, or possible?
- Are X-rays, the 3D scan and follow-up checks part of the price?
- How many visits are needed, and how far apart?
Book a consultation
Ready for a quote based on your own mouth? Message us on WhatsApp at +82-10-8354-2975. We can review your X-rays in English and suggest how to plan your visits.
Frequently asked questions
Why can't you give a final implant price from a photo?
Photos do not show bone height, bone width or the position of the sinus and nerves. Those decide whether you need a graft and which fixture fits. We can give a reference range first and confirm it after a 3D scan.
Is a more expensive fixture always the right choice?
Not necessarily. Each system has features suited to different bone conditions, and the dentist will explain why one is recommended for your case. You can ask to compare options in your written plan.
Does the implant price include the extraction?
Extraction is assessed separately because some teeth are simple to remove and others are not. Ask for it to be listed as its own line in your treatment plan.
Will Korean national health insurance lower my implant cost?
NHIS typically covers implants only for enrolled patients aged 65 and over, up to two implants, with a copay. Most foreign visitors are not enrolled, so implants are usually paid in full.
Can the price change after treatment begins?
Sometimes the dentist finds less bone during surgery than the scan suggested. If that happens, it is explained to you, and nothing is added without your agreement.
