Who performs dental implant surgery in Beirut, Lebanon?

Dental implant surgery at Smile Infinity – Dr. Habib Zarifeh's Beirut practice is led by Dr. Habib Zarifeh — International Cosmetic Dentist & Dental Implants Surgeon, Head of Oral Surgery at CMC Hospital Beirut (Johns Hopkins International affiliated, JCI accredited), MSc Laser Dentistry, RWTH Aachen Germany, and Founder of Smile Infinity Medical Centers — present in 12 countries across 4 continents. The practice was co-founded in 1999 by Dr. Habib Zarifeh and Dr. Maya Zeidan.

How many trips to Beirut do I need for dental implants?

Many cases can be completed efficiently for travelling patients. Dr. Habib Zarifeh developed the One Day Implant® protocol, and immediate-load and All-on-4 / All-on-6 options allow some patients to leave with a fixed set of teeth in a single visit. The exact number of trips depends on your bone condition and the treatment plan, which is agreed in writing before you travel.

What digital technology is used to plan and place the implants?

The clinic uses a fully digital workflow: a 3D intraoral scanner captures your mouth without putty impressions, a CBCT 3D scan maps bone and nerves for planning, CAD/CAM produces restorations in-session for qualifying cases, and a 3D printer creates a surgical guide so each implant is placed exactly as planned — combined with Dr. Habib Zarifeh's laser-assisted One Day Implant® protocol.

Is it safe to have dental implants in Beirut as a medical tourist?

Treatment is delivered to hospital-grade standards. Dr. Habib Zarifeh is Head of Oral Surgery at CMC Hospital Beirut (Johns Hopkins International affiliated, JCI accredited), the clinic is ISO 9001 certified, and general anaesthesia is available when a case requires it. Surgery and sterilisation follow strict medical protocols.

Can patients on blood thinners or with diabetes have dental implants?

In many cases, yes. Dr. Habib Zarifeh uses Erbium-laser-assisted surgery with a protocol that can often avoid stopping anticoagulant medication, which makes treatment more accessible for cardiac and diabetic patients. Suitability is always confirmed during a medical assessment before surgery.

How much do dental implants cost in Beirut?

The cost depends on the number of implants, the type of restoration (single, bridge, or full-arch All-on-4 / All-on-6), and whether bone grafting or a sinus lift is needed. As a guide, treatment in Beirut typically costs a fraction of Western European, Gulf and US prices for the same implant brands and hospital-grade standards. Rather than a generic figure, the team prepares a personalised quote for your specific case — send your details or a panoramic X-ray on WhatsApp for an individual estimate.

Can a single missing front tooth be replaced without touching the neighbouring teeth?

Yes — this is exactly what an implant does best. A single implant replaces the missing front tooth without grinding the healthy teeth beside it, and the crown is shaped and shaded to match your natural teeth. In the aesthetic zone Dr. Zarifeh pays particular attention to the gum line, so the result is indistinguishable in a smile or a photograph.

What are implant-supported dentures (snap-on overdentures)?

An implant-supported overdenture is a removable denture that clicks firmly onto two to four implants — no slipping, no adhesive paste, and dramatically better chewing than a conventional denture, at a lower cost than a fixed full-arch. For many long-time denture wearers in Beirut it is the ideal middle step, and it can later be upgraded toward a fixed solution.

How long does it take from implant placement to the final crown?

In qualifying cases the One Day Implant® protocol delivers a provisional tooth the same day. For standard cases, the implant integrates with the bone over roughly 8 to 16 weeks depending on bone quality and location, after which the final crown is fitted. Travelling patients usually receive the implant and provisional in the first visit and the final restoration in a short second visit — the exact timeline is confirmed in your written plan.

Will my dental implant look and feel like a natural tooth?

Functionally, yes — you bite, chew and speak as with a natural tooth, and the implant transmits chewing force to the jawbone, which keeps the bone healthy. Aesthetically, the crown is custom-designed by shade, translucency and shape; most patients report they forget which tooth is the implant within weeks.

What follow-up do I need after flying home from Beirut?

Aftercare is planned before you leave: written post-operative instructions, direct WhatsApp access to the clinical team for photos and questions, and coordination with your local dentist for routine hygiene. The Smile Infinity network's international warranty means your implant is documented and supported wherever you live — and follow-up reviews can be scheduled around your next visit to Lebanon.

Do you arrange travel, hotel and airport transfer for implant patients?

Yes. The International Patient Office coordinates your visit end to end — flight and hotel guidance, airport pick-up, clinic transfers, and a treatment plan agreed before arrival. Consultations are available in Arabic, English and French.

Smile Infinity® · Dr. Habib Zarifeh — Head of Oral Surgery, CMC Beirut (Johns Hopkins International affiliated) · MSc Laser Dentistry, RWTH Aachen University, Germany · Present in 12 countries across 4 continents.

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