SameDay Dental Clinic, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
🏥 Presentation of SameDay Dental Clinic
SameDay Dental Clinic, also known as SameDay Dental Implants, is a private dental clinic in Dubai specialising in implantology. It was founded in 2011 by maxillofacial surgeon Costa Nicolopoulos and prosthodontist Petros Yuvanoglu[1]. The clinic places implants and fixed teeth on the same day[2].
Located on Jumeirah Beach Road in Umm Suqeim 2, the clinic brings together maxillofacial surgeons, prosthodontists and an in-house digital prosthetic laboratory. Its approach uses tilted implants placed into available bone, reducing the need for bone grafts[2].
The clinic presents itself as the only certified ZAGA Center in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf. Drs Costa Nicolopoulos and Petros Yuvanoglu treat patients with significant upper jaw bone loss using zygomatic implants[3]. It also claims the status of Associated Brånemark Osseointegration Center, the only one in the Middle East according to the clinic[4], and IBCCES Certified Autism Center accreditation[5].
💼 Areas of expertise
Implantology is the clinic’s main activity:
- Single-tooth implant in one day: extraction, implant placement and final ceramic (zirconia) crown within 4 to 6 hours[6]
- Zygomatic implants: a solution for patients who cannot receive conventional implants due to severe bone loss
- All-on-4 and All-on-6: replacement of a full arch on 4 to 6 implants, with a fixed temporary bridge placed within 4 to 6 hours and final zirconia teeth seven days later[7]
- 3D imaging: CBCT scan to plan implant positions
- Other treatments: pterygoid and ceramic implants, orthodontics, endodontics, paediatric dentistry, sleep apnoea treatment, sedation
💶 Procedure prices
The clinic does not publish a price list. The amounts below are indicative ranges:
| Procedure | Price at SameDay Dental Clinic | Average price in the UK |
|---|---|---|
| Single dental implant | From £1,000 | £1,500 – £3,000 |
| Full dental implant | £2,000 – £5,100 | £5,000 – £15,000 |
| Full All-on-4 | On personalised quote | £7,000 – £15,000 |
| Zygomatic implant | On consultation | Generally covered by your healthcare system |
🧑⚕️ Medical team
The clinic’s website features 13 practitioners, including four implant specialists[8]:
- Dr Costa Nicolopoulos: oral and maxillofacial surgeon, co-founder, graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand (Johannesburg) in 1984, in private maxillofacial surgery practice since 1991[9]
- Dr Petros Yuvanoglu: prosthodontist, co-founder, graduated from Semmelweis University in Budapest in 1995 and specialised in prosthodontics at Tufts University in Boston[1]
- Dr Ramy Tamzouk: prosthodontist trained at Damascus University, performs full All-on-X rehabilitations and prostheses on zygomatic implants[10]
- Dr Indraniil Roy: oral and maxillofacial surgeon, holds a master’s degree in implantology from Goethe University Frankfurt[11]
The team also includes orthodontists, an endodontist, a prosthodontist and general dentists, trained notably in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and Brazil[8].
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📸 Photos of the clinic
🧭 Treatment journey
1. Initial contact: dedicated international patient coordinators answer by phone or WhatsApp at +971 4 315 8300. The clinic requests a copy of your passport, recent dental X-rays, medical history and list of current medications[12].
2. Preliminary consultation: examination, X-rays and 3D scan, then a treatment plan.
3. Day of the procedure: extractions if necessary, placement of implants and fixed temporary teeth during the same visit.
4. Second visit: seven days later, placement of the final fixed teeth[12].
5. Follow-up: the implant guarantee requires a clinical check every six months, free for the first two years[13].
✈️ Practical information
Airports: Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum Airport (DWC)
Languages spoken: English and Arabic; some practitioners also speak Hindi and Bengali[10][11]. The clinic’s website does not mention French-speaking staff.
Transport: the clinic advertises a chauffeured Rolls-Royce service for implant patients, from the airport, hotel or home in Dubai[12].
Visa: no visa required in advance for UK citizens. A stamp on arrival allows a stay of up to 90 days within 180 days, with a passport valid for at least six months[14].
🛏️ Services offered by the clinic
- Transfers: chauffeured Rolls-Royce service offered to implant patients
- Coordination: treatment coordinators for international patients, provision of medical reports and X-rays
- On-site laboratory: in-house digital prosthetic laboratory
- Imaging: 3D CBCT scan
- Guarantees: 10 years on implants and 5 years on crowns, under conditions (six-monthly check-ups, repairs done at the clinic)[12][13]
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📅 Timings and duration
Length of stay: for a full rehabilitation, the clinic generally schedules two appointments one week apart[12].
Procedure duration: 4 to 6 hours between implant placement and fitting of the zirconia crown for a single tooth[6], and the same to receive the fixed temporary bridge for a full arch[7].
Full healing: osseointegration of the implant generally takes 3 to 6 months.
📊 Key facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2011, in Dubai |
| Founders | Dr Costa Nicolopoulos and Dr Petros Yuvanoglu |
| Implant patients | More than 35,000 according to the clinic |
| Status | Certified ZAGA Center, Associated Brånemark Osseointegration Center |
| Accreditation | Certified Autism Center (IBCCES) |
| Guarantees | 10 years on implants, 5 years on crowns |
| Opening hours | Saturday to Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 9am to 7pm |
❓ Frequently asked questions
Are same-day dental implants really possible?
Yes. For a full rehabilitation, the clinic places implants and fixed temporary teeth on the day of the procedure, then the final teeth seven days later. For a single tooth, the final zirconia crown is placed within 4 to 6 hours.
What is the difference from traditional implants?
With the conventional method, teeth are placed after several months of healing. The SameDay method uses immediate loading: teeth are fixed onto the implants on the same day.
Am I a candidate for this technique?
Eligibility depends on bone volume and overall health, assessed with a 3D scan at the consultation. Patients with insufficient upper jaw bone may be directed towards zygomatic implants.
Is the procedure painful?
The procedure is performed under anaesthesia and the clinic offers several sedation options: conscious sedation, oral sedation or general anaesthesia. Recovery depends on the extent of the treatment.
How long do implants last?
A well-maintained implant can last many years. The clinic guarantees its implants for 10 years: an implant that fails to integrate is removed and, if necessary, replaced at no extra cost, provided six-monthly check-ups are followed and repairs are done at the clinic.
Does the clinic offer free treatments?
No. The clinic warns against false online advertising: it does not offer free implant treatments. Only the implant consultation and X-rays are advertised as free.
📍 Location
Address: Villa 733, Jumeirah Beach Road, Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates[5]
Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 9am to 7pm.
🔗 Useful links
- Official website: presentation of treatments, team and appointment booking
- Instagram: clinic news
- Facebook: official page of the clinic
🏁 Conclusion
SameDay Dental Clinic is a dental clinic in Dubai focused on same-day implant placement and loading. Its founders run a ZAGA Center for zygomatic implants and an associated Brånemark center.
For a UK patient, a full rehabilitation generally requires a week on site, with no visa required in advance. The clinic does not publish its prices: request a detailed quote and read the guarantee conditions before booking.
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