Dental Implants in Lagos — Your Permanent Tooth Replacement.
The closest thing to a natural tooth. A titanium implant anchored in the jawbone, topped with a natural-looking crown — lasting decades with proper care at our Lekki, Lagos dental clinic.
Dental implants in Lagos — the permanent answer to missing teeth
From your implant consultation to final crown — what your journey looks like
Every visit at Dovers is clear, comfortable, and straightforward. Here is exactly what to expect.
Consultation & 3D Imaging
Bone volume, density, and the position of nerves and sinuses are assessed. A treatment plan is created showing exact implant placement, expected healing time, and what the final restoration will look like.
Implant Placement
The titanium implant is placed into the jawbone under local anaesthesia. The procedure is precise and takes around 45 to 90 minutes per implant. Mild soreness for 2 to 4 days is normal.
Osseointegration Period
Over 3 to 6 months, the jawbone fuses directly to the implant surface — creating a stable, permanent anchor. This phase is crucial for long-term implant success.
Crown Attachment
Once integration is confirmed, a custom-made porcelain crown is attached to the implant via an abutment. The result looks, feels, and functions like your original tooth.
Dental implants in Lekki, Lagos — the gold standard for tooth replacement
Precise Placement Planning
We use 3D imaging to plan every implant case before the first incision. Precise placement ensures the crown sits naturally and the implant integrates fully — reducing complications significantly.
Titanium Biocompatibility
We use dental-grade titanium implants with a high osseointegration success rate. Our implant systems are internationally certified, biocompatible, and built for long-term performance.
Experienced Implant Clinicians
Dental implant placement requires both surgical skill and restorative expertise. Our clinicians are experienced in implant surgery and the fabrication of natural-looking crowns to complete the restoration.
Transparent Timeline & Costs
Implant treatment involves multiple stages over several months. We explain every stage, the timeline, and total costs clearly at consultation — so you can plan confidently without surprises.
Frequently asked questions
Most healthy adults with adequate jawbone are suitable candidates. You need sufficient bone volume to anchor the implant, and gum disease must be treated before placement. Smoking and uncontrolled diabetes affect healing — we discuss these factors at your consultation.
The placement procedure is done under local anaesthesia and is not painful. Mild discomfort and swelling for 2 to 4 days after surgery is normal. Most patients manage this comfortably with standard pain medication and describe the recovery as easier than expected.
From placement to final crown, the complete process typically takes 4 to 8 months — most of this is the osseointegration period where the bone fuses to the implant. The active appointment time is relatively short.
With proper care — twice-daily brushing, flossing, and regular professional cleaning — dental implants can last 20 to 30 years or for life. The crown on top may need replacing after 15 to 20 years.
A bridge spans a gap by crowning the teeth on either side and placing a false tooth between them — requiring permanent alteration of two healthy teeth. An implant stands alone, leaves adjacent teeth untouched, and replaces the root as well as the crown. Implants are almost always the superior long-term option.
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Permanent tooth replacement, precision-placed at our Lekki Phase 1 dental clinic. Detailed treatment plan and transparent costs at your first visit.