Implants in
Abu Dhabi
In Abu Dhabi, implants are commonly carried out by oral surgeons, periodontists or prosthodontists working in private clinics and hospital dental departments. Larger centres on the island and in Khalifa City often handle both the surgical and crown stages in one place.
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Licensed by
Department of Health - Abu Dhabi
- Indicative cost (UAE)
- AED 3,500 – AED 9,500
- per implant, including the crown. A guide only; ask for a written quote.
- Licensing in Abu Dhabi
- Department of Health - Abu Dhabi
- You can verify a professional's licence through the DoH's official channels before booking.
- Typical timeline
- 3 to 9 months from first visit to final crown, depending on healing and grafting
Abu Dhabi specifics
Getting implants in Abu Dhabi
If your plan includes a dental benefit, implants are usually excluded or limited, so clinics in Abu Dhabi will often ask your insurer for a decision before treatment. Get that answer in writing.
Most residents drive. Island traffic is heaviest around the bridges at peak times, so mainland residents often prefer a clinic on their side of the water.
Insurance
Will insurance pay in Abu Dhabi?
Surgical treatment is covered by some dental benefits when it is medically necessary, often with pre-approval. Implants in particular are frequently excluded or capped.
This is general guidance. Your policy wording and your insurer's pre-approval decide what is paid.
The treatment
What to expect
- 01
Consultation and 3D scan
- 02
Treatment plan and quote
- 03
Placing the implant
- 04
Healing (osseointegration)
- 05
Abutment and crown
- 06
Review and maintenance
Your consultation
Questions to ask the clinic
- Which implant system do you use, and is it widely available if I need repairs later?
- Is the CBCT scan, abutment and final crown included in this price?
- Will I need a bone graft, and how did you decide that?
- What happens if the implant does not integrate?
Where to look
Areas of Abu Dhabi
Al Reem Island
High-rise residential area with modern clinics close to home for many professionals.
Khalifa City & MBZ City
Family suburbs on the mainland with community clinics and easier parking.
Yas & Saadiyat Islands
Newer communities with a growing number of clinics in local centres.
Al Khalidiyah & Corniche
Central island neighbourhoods with long-established practices.
Clinics
Implants clinics in Abu Dhabi
FAQ
Common questions
Does Thiqa cover dental implants?
Coverage under Thiqa follows the programme's rules and can change. Ask a participating clinic to confirm what is covered for your case before you start.
Are implants available in Al Ain?
Yes. Al Ain has clinics offering implant treatment, so residents rarely need to travel to the capital for it.
Who regulates dentists in Abu Dhabi?
The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi licenses dentists and clinics across the emirate, including Al Ain.
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Compare implants clinics in Abu Dhabi
Shortlist two or three clinics, ask each for an itemised quote and compare what is included.
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