Dental Implants in Brazil: What U.S. Patients Should Know

ByDr. Evandro Osterne Filho

Dental implants in Brazil can be a sound choice if you plan with care. You should know who will treat you, which implant brand goes in your mouth, how many trips you need and how follow-up works once you are home. This guide walks you through each of those points in plain language.

What is a dental implant, in simple terms?

A dental implant is a small screw, usually made of titanium, that is placed in the jawbone. It works like the root of a tooth. After the bone heals around it, a crown (the part of the tooth you see) is attached to it.

An implant can replace one tooth, several teeth or a full arch. It does not rely on the teeth next to it for support. That is one reason many people choose it over a bridge.

Not everyone is ready for an implant right away. Bone volume, gum health, smoking and some health conditions all matter. That is why the final plan is always made in person.

Who will place my implant, and how do I check?

In Brazil, every dentist must be registered with a regional dental council (CRO). Specialists must also register their specialty with the Federal Council of Dentistry (CFO). You can look up any dentist’s license online, by name or number.

At Onne Odontologia, your implants are planned and placed by Dr. Evandro César Vidal Osterne Filho, CRO/DF 7172. He is a CFO-registered specialist in Implant Dentistry and has placed more than 10,000 implants over 22 years. He speaks fluent English and sees every international patient personally.

You do not need to take our word for it. Check the license at the CFO website linked at the end of this article. For a deeper look, read our guide on how dental licensing works in Brazil.

How many trips does a single implant take?

A single implant usually takes two trips of about 4 to 5 days each.

  • Trip 1: exam, 3D imaging (CBCT, a scan that shows your bone in three dimensions) and placement of the implant.
  • Healing time at home: the bone bonds to the implant over about 3 to 6 months.
  • Trip 2: a digital scan of the implant and delivery of the final crown.

Every case is different. Some people need a bone graft first. You will know your plan in writing on day 1 in Brasília, after the in-person exam.

Which implant brands are used?

We use implants from Straumann, Neodent (Grand Morse line) and Intraoss. Straumann is a Swiss company. Neodent is a Brazilian company that is part of the Straumann Group. Intraoss is a Brazilian brand.

Why does the brand matter? If you ever need care back home, your U.S. dentist needs to know which parts fit your implant. When you leave, you receive your records in English, including the implant brand and lot numbers. Keep them in a safe place.

To learn more, read what the implant and crown materials mean for you.

What does the whole process look like?

Here is the path most patients follow:

  1. Fill out a short form about your teeth and goals.
  2. Have a pre-visit video call with Dr. Evandro, in English. The call is for getting to know you and explaining the process. It is not a diagnosis.
  3. Receive a written estimate in U.S. dollars. It is subject to the in-person evaluation.
  4. Pay a deposit and book your flight. Hotel in Águas Claras and local transfers are part of the treatment plan.
  5. Arrive in Brasília. On day 1, you get a full exam and your final plan in writing.
  6. Receive treatment.
  7. Fly home with your records in English and remote follow-up.

U.S. citizens need a Brazilian e-Visa. See our trip planning guide for details.

How long do implants last?

Studies give us useful averages, not promises. A large review found that about 96 in 100 implants were still in place after 10 years (Howe et al., 2019). Your own result depends on your health, your habits and your home care. Regular cleanings and checkups matter a lot.

Key takeaways

  • A single implant usually needs two short trips to Brasília.
  • Check your dentist’s license on the CFO website before you travel.
  • Ask which implant brand you will receive, and keep the records.
  • The video call helps you understand the process; the final plan is made in person on day 1.
  • Implants last a long time on average, but results vary from person to person.

Questions patients ask

Can I have an implant if I lost the tooth years ago?
Often, yes. But bone can shrink over time, and you may need a graft first. The 3D scan on day 1 shows what is possible.

Will it hurt?
You receive local anesthesia, so you should feel pressure, not sharp pain. Some soreness afterward is common. Sedation is available for suitable cases, and you can ask for a pause at any time.

Can my U.S. dentist take care of my implant later?
In most cases, yes. Your records in English list the brand and lot numbers, so your local dentist knows what parts to use.

Tell us about your smile and schedule a pre-visit video call with Dr. Evandro. Start here.

About the author

Dr. Evandro César Vidal Osterne Filho, Dentist (Cirurgião-Dentista), CRO/DF 7172, Clinical Director of Onne Odontologia in Águas Claras, Brasília.

  • Registered specialist in Implant Dentistry, Orthodontics, Functional Jaw Orthopedics and Halitosis with Brazil’s Federal Council of Dentistry (CFO)
  • Experienced in complex cases and full-mouth rehabilitation
  • Postgraduate training: Orthodontics (3 years), Implant Dentistry (2 years), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (1-year advanced course), Functional Jaw Orthopedics (1 year)
  • More than 10,000 dental implants placed over 22 years of practice
  • Former professor at the University of Brasília (UnB) for two years; instructor in postgraduate courses that train dentists to place implants
  • Dental auditor for health plans, reviewing treatment plans from other clinics
  • Master’s in Digital Dentistry with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Harold Gillies University, Florida (in progress)
  • Speaks fluent English and sees every international patient personally

Verify his license: website.cfo.org.br/consulta-inscritos
Clinic website: onneodontologia.com.br

Sources

This article is educational and does not replace an in-person dental evaluation. Results vary from person to person. Dr. Evandro César Vidal Osterne Filho, Dentist (Cirurgião-Dentista), CRO/DF 7172.

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