Dental Implants in Romania for Romanians Living in the UK and Ireland: The Real Cost Comparison
Dental Premier Bucharest vs. clinics in the United Kingdom and Ireland — actual prices, no rounding
If you live in the UK or Ireland and have been putting off dental implant treatment because of the cost, you already know that a full arch on implants can run to the price of a decent used car. What you may not know is how large the gap is compared to a top clinic in Bucharest, even after you add the flight and accommodation to the calculation.
This article sets out the real numbers and explains why more and more Romanians living abroad choose to have their implant work done at Dental Premier Bucharest.
What dental implants cost in the UK and Ireland in 2025
In the United Kingdom, a single dental implant (implant + abutment + crown) at a private clinic costs between £1,900 and £3,200. In London and the South East, prices regularly reach £3,500–£5,500 per tooth due to higher rents and operating costs. NHS coverage for implants is limited to exceptional clinical cases and is effectively unavailable to the average patient.
A full arch All-on-4 (four implants plus a fixed bridge per arch) starts at £12,000 and reaches £18,000 in the UK. All-on-6 frequently exceeds £20,000–£25,000 per arch. For both arches, including the definitive prosthesis, the total budget in the UK approaches £30,000–£40,000.
In Ireland, a single implant costs between €2,000 and €3,500, with an average of around €2,500 per tooth. All-on-4 per arch starts at €9,500 and averages €11,800–€14,000. A 20% tax relief through Revenue is available, which reduces the net cost somewhat, but prices remain significantly higher than in Romania.
What the same treatment costs at Dental Premier Bucharest
Dental Premier is one of Romania‘s largest implantology clinics, with over 33,700 successful implants placed and Straumann Expert Partner status, one of the highest accreditations the Swiss manufacturer grants to clinics across Europe. The clinic works with the same premium international brands used in UK and Irish clinics: Straumann, Nobel Biocare, MegaGen, Bredent, and INNO.
Single implants (implant + abutment + crown)
| Implant brand | Origin | Dental Premier price | Equivalent £ | UK price (same brand) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inno | Premium | 2,000 RON | ~£345 | £1,900–£3,200 |
| MegaGen AnyRidge | South Korea | 3,400 RON | ~£586 | £1,900–£3,200 |
| Bredent | Germany | 3,400 RON | ~£586 | £1,900–£3,200 |
| Straumann BLX | Switzerland | 4,500 RON | ~£776 | £2,000–£5,500 |
| Straumann SLActive | Switzerland | 5,900 RON | ~£1,017 | £2,000–£5,500 |
| Nobel Biocare | Switzerland | 5,400 RON | ~£931 | £2,000–£5,500 |
Exchange rates used: 1 GBP ≈ 5.80 RON / 1 EUR ≈ 5.00 RON
Even with a Straumann or Nobel Biocare implant in Bucharest, the price per tooth stays below the minimum charged in the UK or Ireland for the same brand.
Fixed teeth on implants — All-on-4 and All-on-6 (provisional stage, completed in 24 hours)
| System | Implants | Dental Premier price | Equivalent £ | UK price | Ireland price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Smile INNO – lower arch | 4 implants | 14,000 RON | ~£2,414 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| Fast Smile INNO – upper arch | 6 implants | 18,000 RON | ~£3,103 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| All-on-4 MegaGen – lower arch | 4 implants | 22,000 RON | ~£3,793 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| All-on-6 MegaGen – upper arch | 6 implants | 25,000 RON | ~£4,310 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| All-on-4 Straumann Pro Arch | 4 implants | 23,000 RON | ~£3,966 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| All-on-6 Straumann Pro Arch | 6 implants | 27,000 RON | ~£4,655 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| All-on-4 Nobel Biocare | 4 implants | 24,000 RON | ~£4,138 | £12,000–£18,000 | €9,500–€14,000 |
| All-on-6 Nobel Biocare | 6 implants | 33,000 RON | ~£5,690 | £15,000–£25,000 | €12,000–€18,000 |
Definitive fixed prosthesis (per arch)
The provisional bridge is fitted within 24 hours of implant placement, but the complete treatment also includes a definitive prosthesis, mounted after osseointegration — typically three to six months later. At Dental Premier this is priced separately, with three finish levels:
| Level | Materials | Price per arch | Equivalent £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Chrome/cobalt frame + PMMA/Graphen teeth | 13,500 RON | ~£2,328 |
| Standard | Chrome/cobalt frame + stratified composite | 18,500 RON | ~£3,190 |
| Premium | Zirconia frame + individual ceramic crowns | 24,000 RON | ~£4,138 |
The full calculation: what you actually save by coming to Bucharest
The most common scenario for a patient from the diaspora who needs a full arch on implants:
Most accessible option (Fast Smile INNO lower arch + Basic definitive prosthesis):
- Dental Premier: 14,000 + 13,500 = 27,500 RON (~£4,741 total)
- UK: £12,000–£18,000 for the provisional stage alone, plus the definitive prosthesis on top
Premium option (All-on-6 Straumann + Premium definitive prosthesis):
- Dental Premier: 27,000 + 24,000 = 51,000 RON (~£8,793 total)
- UK: £20,000–£30,000+ for the equivalent treatment
Minimum saving per arch compared to the UK: £7,000–£9,000. A return flight London–Bucharest costs £60–£150. A few nights‘ accommodation in Bucharest runs £50–£120. The total travel cost stays well under £400, which is under 5% of the saving.
How the treatment works for patients travelling from abroad
Dental Premier treats a significant number of patients from the diaspora and has a protocol adapted to their situation. The implant placement and provisional fixed bridge can be completed within 24–48 hours of arrival, so you leave Romania with fixed teeth.
First visit (1–3 days in Romania):
- Consultation and 3D digital CT scan
- Implant placement with AI digital guidance
- Provisional fixed bridge fitted within 24 hours
Second visit (3–6 months later, 2–3 days in Romania):
- Osseointegration check
- Definitive prosthesis fitted
Between the two visits, no physical attendance at the clinic is required. Follow-up consultations can be done online, and the clinical team is available for questions after you return to the UK or Ireland.
Why the implant brand matters — and why the price difference is not about quality
A reasonable concern for patients from abroad is that a lower price might mean lower-grade implants. At Dental Premier, the lower cost compared to UK clinics reflects Romania‘s operating costs, not a difference in materials.
Straumann, Nobel Biocare, MegaGen, and Bredent are the same brands used in clinics in London, Dublin, or Birmingham. The implant is not manufactured in Romania — it comes from the same Swiss, Korean, or German producer. What differs is the labour cost, clinic rent, and the overall cost structure of each country.
Dental Premier holds Straumann Expert Partner status, one of the highest accreditations awarded by Straumann to clinics across Europe, and has over 17 years of experience exclusively in implantology.
How to book a consultation from the UK or Ireland
Dental Premier offers a free online consultation before you travel to Romania. You can send a panoramic X-ray or dental CT scan (if you already have one) and receive an estimated treatment plan with costs, before booking your flight.
- Phone / WhatsApp: available on dentalpremier.ro
- Online booking: via the contact form on the website
- Location: Bucharest, Romania
The clinic has nine dental offices and can schedule several patients from the same group or family during the same period — practical if you are travelling with a partner or a relative who also needs treatment.
A note on prices
The prices in this article reflect the current list at Dental Premier Bucharest and can be verified at dentalpremier.ro. UK and Irish prices are based on publicly available 2025 data from the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) and major dental clinic websites. Exchange rates used: 1 GBP ≈ 5.80 RON, 1 EUR ≈ 5.00 RON.