Dentists in Egypt for expats, clinics, implants and prices

Private clinic or university hospital

Most expats see dentists in private clinics. It is easier to get an appointment, the equipment is usually more modern, and dentists in big cities often speak English. Quality and prices vary widely, from small practices in residential areas to chains of dental centres.

University dental faculties are a cheaper option. For example, the Faculty of Dentistry of Cairo University has a teaching dental hospital, and the Ain Shams University faculty opened renovated paid clinics staffed by its teaching doctors in 2025. In teaching clinics, part of the work is done by students and young dentists under the supervision of professors, so visits take longer, there may be queues and almost everything is in Arabic.

There is also a state option. In Zahraa Nasr City there is a specialised dental centre of the Egyptian Ministry of Health: according to data from late 2025, it places implants and braces and makes crowns in one day, with appointments from Saturday to Thursday.

How to choose a clinic and a dentist

First decide what you need: a one-off cleaning and filling or long treatment with implants. Before serious work, get a consultation at two or three clinics.

• Recommendations. Ask fellow expats, classmates and colleagues which dentist they use, and read reviews in doctor booking apps such as Vezeeta.
• Documents. Dentists in Egypt are members of the Dental Syndicate, and the clinic must have a licence. The news reports from time to time on people who treated patients with forged diplomas, so if in doubt, feel free to ask to see the ID card of the dentist.
• Specialisation. Implants are placed by a surgeon or implantologist, braces by an orthodontist. Ask who exactly will treat you.
• Scans. Before serious treatment a good clinic takes an X-ray or a CT scan and explains the plan.
• A written plan and estimate. Ask for the stages and the price of each to be written down, so there are no extra charges later.

Implants, crowns and cleaning

• Implant. A titanium post on which a crown is later fixed. Treatment usually goes in several stages and can take months, so start it only if you will definitely be in Egypt all that time. Ask for the implant brand: it affects the price and whether it can be serviced in another country.
• Crowns. Metal ceramic is cheaper, zirconia is more expensive and looks more natural. Ask where the crown is made and how many visits it will take.
• Cleaning. Professional removal of tartar and polishing, usually in one visit. It is an inexpensive procedure that dentists recommend doing regularly.
• Root canal treatment. Ask how many visits it will take, whether a crown is needed afterwards and whether it is included in the price.

Sterilisation, what to look for

A clean surgery matters more than a nice reception. Watch for simple signs, and if something bothers you, you have every right to leave before treatment starts.

• Instruments are taken out of sealed sterile pouches in front of you.
• Needles, saliva ejectors and gloves are single use, and gloves are changed for every patient.
• The clinic has an autoclave for sterilisation, you can simply ask about it.
• The chair and surfaces are wiped after every patient.

Guarantee and documents after treatment

Guarantee terms differ between clinics, so agree on them in advance and ask for them to be written in the contract or on the receipt.

• For an implant, ask for an implant card or passport with the brand, model and batch number. Any dentist will need it if something has to be fixed back home.
• Ask how long the guarantee on the implant and crown lasts and what it covers: redoing, replacement or only the work.
• Keep the scans, receipts and a summary in English, they will be useful for your insurer and your dentist at home.
• Do not leave right after a crown or implant is fitted, leave time for a check-up visit.

Language and talking to your dentist

In private clinics in Cairo many dentists speak English, and in Hurghada, with its many Russian-speaking tourists, some clinics have staff who speak Russian. In university hospitals almost everything is in Arabic, so it is better to go with someone who speaks the language.

Write down your complaints, allergies and the medicines you take in English in advance. For hospitals, insurance and pharmacies in general, read the article healthcare in Egypt for expats.

How much dental treatment costs in 2026

The state does not publish private clinic tariffs, and prices depend heavily on the area, the clinic and the materials. According to a directory of Cairo dental clinics from May 2026, a single implant costs roughly from 7,000 to 28,000 Egyptian pounds. The range depends on the implant brand and on whether the abutment and crown are included.

Clinics often publish prices for consultations, cleaning and fillings in doctor booking apps, where discounts also appear. Always ask for a full estimate: scans, CT, temporary crowns and bone grafting are often listed separately. Dental care is often not included in basic insurance policies, so check the terms of your insurance in advance.

How Tullab can help

Look for water flossers, electric toothbrushes and other dental care products in the medical products section and in the wider beauty and health section. An interpreter who will go to the dentist with you can be found in the documents, visas, translations section.

Do you help fellow expats with interpreting at clinics? Post a listing for free with your languages and area.