Implant Removal · Explantation · Singapore
When a dental implant isn't working as it should — whether due to failure, infection, or sensitivity — explant surgery needs to be handled with the same care as the original placement. We're here to help.
Implant removal is never a first option — but when it becomes necessary, understanding the reason matters. It shapes the surgical approach, the post-removal care, and whether re-implantation is appropriate later.
Poor angulation, insufficient bone volume, or contaminated healing environments are preventable with thorough pre-surgical assessment. When implants fail, patients face the cost — physical and financial — of removal, recovery, and re-implantation.
At Vera Dental, we use 3D CBCT imaging to fully understand your situation before we recommend any course of action. Not every painful implant needs to come out — and not every failing implant can wait.
Book an AssessmentEvery explant case is different — but the clinical process follows a careful, structured approach designed to protect your bone and leave options open for the future.
We begin with a thorough clinical examination and 3D CBCT imaging to assess the implant position, surrounding bone levels, and any signs of infection or failure. This informs whether removal is necessary and how it should be approached.
Once we have a clear picture, we walk you through the findings and explain the recommended approach — including whether a bone graft at the same appointment is advisable, and what the path forward looks like in terms of replacement options.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia — you will feel pressure and movement, but the aim is a gentle, comfortable experience throughout. Specialised instruments are used to carefully separate the implant from the surrounding bone. The procedure typically takes 30–60 minutes.
After the implant is removed, the socket is carefully cleaned. Where bone volume has been compromised, a bone graft may be placed at the same appointment to preserve the ridge for potential re-implantation in the future.
Post-operative discomfort is typically manageable with prescribed pain relief and resolves within a few days. We schedule a follow-up appointment to monitor healing and, when you're ready, to discuss next steps including re-implantation.
The most common reason we see failed implants is inadequate pre-surgical planning — insufficient bone assessment, incorrect implant angulation, or poor case selection. For patients now facing removal, we focus on doing the procedure right — preserving as much bone as possible and giving the site the best chance of successful re-implantation.
Explantation is not an endpoint — it's a reset. Depending on your case, several paths forward are possible. We'll guide you through them once the site has healed.
The cost of implant removal varies depending on how well the implant is integrated, what instruments are needed, and whether additional procedures like bone grafting are required at the same appointment. We provide a full breakdown during your consultation.
All prices are indicative and confirmed during consultation. A full written treatment plan is provided before any procedure begins.
Medisave coverage for implant removal is subject to clinical circumstances and MOH approval. Our team will advise on eligibility during your consultation. Prices are correct as of 2026.
Our standard explant fee includes local anaesthesia, the surgical procedure, and a post-operative review appointment. Bone grafting, additional imaging, or prescribed medication is itemised separately.
We offer interest-free payment plans where needed — ask our team for details during your consultation.
10 Anson Road, International Plaza #02-47
Singapore 079903
Phone / WhatsApp: 8980 0247
3-minute walk from Tanjong Pagar MRT
Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sun & PH: Closed
Whether you're experiencing discomfort, have been told your implant is failing, or simply want a second opinion — we're here to give you a clear, honest assessment. No pressure, no assumptions.