A single dental implant in the United States commonly costs $3,000–6,000 once you add the surgery, abutment and crown. For patients who need several, the total can rival a used car. Seoul, home to some of the highest implant volumes in the world, has become a destination for implant treatment.

The short answer

At our Gangnam practice, a complete Straumann implant is about ₩2,500,000 (roughly $1,600). This includes the surgery, Straumann fixture, abutment and final crown. Surgery alone starts from $1,300. The fixture is the same Straumann BLX used by leading implant surgeons worldwide.

What is included in the price

  • Implant surgery performed by a U.S. board-certified periodontist.
  • The Straumann BLX fixture with Roxolid and the SLActive surface.
  • The abutment connecting implant and crown.
  • The final crown, made through our in-house digital workflow.
  • International follow-up by WhatsApp once you are home.

Anything extra — such as bone grafting or a sinus lift — can change the total. A good clinic identifies this after reviewing your CT scan and explains it before treatment.

Why is it cheaper than the US?

  • High treatment volume lowers per-case cost.
  • Scanning, planning and crown fabrication happen under one roof.
  • Overhead is lower than in major US cities.

Why the surgeon matters more than the price

An implant is only as good as the foundation it sits in. A periodontist specializes in the gums and bone supporting the teeth. Dr. Park’s focus on bone and gum reconstruction, together with smaller-diameter Roxolid fixtures where appropriate, can expand options for patients who were told they had limited bone.

How many trips to Seoul will I need?

Usually two short visits: one to place the implant and a second after 8–12 weeks of healing to fit the final crown. In selected cases, BLX allows immediate loading in a single trip, but that is a clinical decision made after reviewing your scan.

Get an honest quote

Send a recent dental X-ray or a few photos to Dr. Park’s international team on WhatsApp. You will receive a candid evaluation, including whether preparatory work may be needed, usually within 24 hours.

This article is general information, not personal medical advice. Every implant case should be assessed individually.