Travelling for implants works best when the big questions are answered before you book anything: are implants possible for you, will you need a bone graft, how many trips, and roughly what will it cost. That is what the virtual consultation is for.
What to send
| Item | Why it helps | How to get it |
|---|---|---|
| CBCT scan (best) | Shows bone height, width and density in 3D: the basis of any implant plan | Ask your dentist or a local imaging centre |
| OPG (panoramic X-ray), if no CBCT | Shows all your teeth and jaws in one image; a good first look | Most dental practices can take one |
| Photos of your teeth | Front view smiling, and the upper and lower teeth from above/below | Phone photos in good light are fine |
| Short medical history | Some conditions and medicines change the plan (see below) | A few lines in your message |
| Your travel window | So the plan can fit your dates | Rough months are enough |
The health questions we ask
These do not usually rule implants out, but they can change the plan or the timing, so it is better to know early:
- Diabetes, and whether it is well controlled
- Smoking or vaping
- Medicines for bone density (such as bisphosphonates) or blood thinners
- Radiotherapy to the head or neck
- Heart conditions, and any recent surgery
- Pregnancy
- Any allergies, including to metals
What you get back
- 1
What looks possible
Whether implants look suitable, how many, and whether a graft or sinus lift might be needed.
- 2
Options
For example, single implants, All-on-4 or All-on-6, and the implant systems available.
- 3
Trips and timeline
One visit or two, and roughly how many days in Delhi each time.
- 4
Indicative cost
A price range in rupees and your currency, from Sterling's current prices.
If it helps, the next step is a video call to go through it together and answer your questions.
What happens in Delhi
An X-ray from home is a starting point, not a final plan. On arrival you have an examination and a CBCT scan at Sterling, the plan is confirmed, and you receive a written, itemised quote before any treatment starts. If the scan shows something that changes the plan, you hear about it before anything is done.
Your information
Your X-rays and health details are used only to assess and plan your treatment, and are kept with your clinical record. Send them to the clinic's own WhatsApp number or email, not through third-party agents.
Planning a visa next? See the e-Medical visa guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get an implant assessment before travelling to India?+
Yes. Send a recent CBCT or OPG X-ray, photos and a short medical history on WhatsApp. The implant team replies with what looks possible, the likely number of trips and an indicative cost.
What X-ray do I need to send?+
A CBCT scan is best because it shows the bone in 3D. A recent OPG (panoramic X-ray) is a good start if you do not have one.
Is the price from the virtual consultation final?+
No. It is indicative. The final plan and a written, itemised quote follow the examination and CBCT scan in Delhi, before any treatment starts.
Do I need to send my medical history?+
Yes, briefly. Conditions such as diabetes, smoking, bone medicines or radiotherapy can change the plan or timing.
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Whether implants suit you, and what they will cost, depends on a clinical examination and 3D scan. Prices are indicative and are confirmed in writing before any treatment.