If you live in Stonehaven and are looking for a dentist you can rely on, Portlethen Dental Care is just a short, 15–20-minute journey north. We take pride in offering a modern, friendly approach to dentistry, welcoming patients from across the local area.

Dental implants offer the premier solution for replacing one or more missing teeth. Our cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art materials allow us to rebuild your smile, restoring your ability to taste, eat, smile, and laugh comfortably and confidently. They provide an unparalleled way to replicate the appearance, feel, and long-lasting nature of natural teeth.

Book a consultation with our friendly team and get premium quality dental implants and impeccable service from our highly experienced dentist Geoff Gordon.

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Restore your confidence with dental implants in Stonehaven

For patients in Stonehaven struggling with missing teeth, dental implants offer a life-changing, permanent solution. Unlike traditional dentures or bridges, implants act as artificial tooth roots made of biocompatible titanium. This allows them to fuse with your jawbone, creating a rock-solid foundation for a replacement tooth that looks, feels, and functions exactly like the real thing.

Restoring your smile with dental implants is seen as the next best thing to a natural smile. If you have a single tooth missing or multiple missing teeth and live in Stonehaven, we could be the solution to restore your smile.

To get to us from Stonehaven

Getting to us from Stonehaven is simple, whether you prefer to travel by car or train. We provide free parking on-site and offer flexible opening hours, including early, late, and weekend appointments, to ensure that high-quality dental care fits easily into your busy schedule.
We also offer flexible appointment times, including early mornings and late afternoons, to fit your schedule.

Book a consultation with our team today to find out more.
Here’s a happy patient who did just that!

“Fantastic practice , Geoff is nearly finished the perfect smile I’ve dreamt of for years and I’m so excited. He is the very best , his knowledge of Implant procedures is second to none . Anyone feeling nervous to have implants , don’t be , painless procedure with amazing results. Nicole his nurse is wonderful and always smiling and helpful .
Thank you to Lynsey on reception for scheduling my appointments and being so patient when I need to re-schedule. You are all amazing”

Lorraine Marshall

Benefits of dental implants to replace teeth

Overall, dental implants provide a durable, aesthetically pleasing, and functional solution for replacing missing teeth, significantly improving your quality of life, including:

Improved appearance: This is a major benefit as dental implants look and feel exactly like your natural teeth. Because they fuse to your bone, they become a permanent part of your smile and help prevent the facial sagging often caused by missing teeth, keeping your features looking more youthful and healthy.

Enhanced speech: Missing teeth or poorly fitting dentures can cause your speech to sound slurred or lead to an embarrassing “slip” while talking. Dental implants provide a secure, fixed foundation that allows you to speak with total confidence, knowing your teeth will stay perfectly in place during every conversation.

Easier Eating: Sliding dentures can make chewing difficult. Dental implants function like your own teeth, allowing you to eat your favourite foods with confidence and without pain.

Improved oral health: Dental implants don’t require reducing other teeth. More of your own teeth are left intact, improving long-term oral health. Individual implants also allow easier access between teeth, improving your chances of good flossing techniques and brushing.

Increased comfort: Dental implants become a part of your body, so you won’t even notice any difference to your natural teeth once they are healed.

Preservation of Jawbone: Implants stimulate bone growth, preventing bone loss and maintaining facial structure.

Durability and longevity: With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime. They are a long-term solution to replace teeth.

High success rate: Dental implant treatment has a high success rate. You are in safe hands with our experienced dental implant surgeon.

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Why choose Portlethen Dental for dental implants?

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  • Same-day implants: In many cases, we can provide “teeth in a day,” meaning you can walk out of our clinic with a fully functioning smile in just one visit.
  • Aesthetic results: We carefully match the colour and shape of your replacement teeth to your natural smile, making the implants virtually indistinguishable.
  • Improved quality of life: Regain the ability to eat your favourite foods and speak clearly without the worry of slipping dentures.
  • Accessible care: We offer flexible payment plans through our partner, Medenta, to help you spread the cost of your treatment. (Subject to checks, minimum spend may apply).

Meet your implant surgeon & practice principal – Dr Geoff Gordon

GDC No. 85373

With over 5000 successfully restored dental implants under his belt, Geoff now also mentors and trains other dentists in this field. He has over 12 years of postgraduate studies, including the Royal College of Surgeons Diploma in Restorative Dentistry, and is currently studying for a postgraduate degree in Implant Dentistry and an ITI diploma. You know you are in safe hands with Geoff.

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What is the treatment process for dental implants?

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Step 1 Consultation

We start with an initial consultation where we discuss in detail your treatment plan and how long we envisage the treatment will take. We will assess your oral health and discuss your treatment options.

Step 2 Assessment

In your assessment, we take detailed X-rays and scans of your mouth. Think of it like mapping out the perfect spot for your new tooth.

These images are incredibly important because they allow us to see the bone density in your jaw. For an implant to be strong and stable, it needs enough healthy bone to support it, just like a natural tooth root. Our scans help us pinpoint the ideal location, ensuring your implant has the best possible foundation.

Step 3 Implant placement

Placing an implant is often easier than taking a tooth out and is usually done using a simple local anaesthetic. You will not feel any pain at the time but, just like after an extraction, you may feel some discomfort during the week after the surgery.

After your implants have been placed, the bone in your jaw needs to grow onto them and fuse to them. This usually takes a few months. Sometimes the implants may be stable enough when they are placed, for the false teeth to be fitted sooner than this.

Step 4 Healing period

Your jawbone will fuse with the implants during the healing period, a process known as osseointegration.

Step 5 Permanent teeth

Once the implants have fully integrated, a permanent denture, crown, or bridge will be attached to the implants. The fitting makes the treatment worth the wait when you can see yourself with a full smile again. We test the crowns or bridge before fitting them in place to check the fit and make sure that you are happy with the result. We then fix them in place to the implant abutment using a special dental adhesive.

Young woman admiring her smile after dental checkup at the dentist's office

Aftercare

Aftercare is important if you are going to have a long-lasting, successful implant. We will give you detailed advice on how to look after your implants. Cleaning around the teeth attached to the implants is no more difficult than cleaning natural teeth. However, there may be areas that are difficult to reach, and you’ll be shown how to clean them.

Ready to start your journey to a fuller smile?

If you’re searching for a dentist near Stonehaven who is accepting new patients for dental implants, we would love to help. To book your dental implant consultation, please call us on 01224 781776 or click here to book online.

Frequently asked questions

  • A dental implant is essentially a high-tech replacement for a missing tooth root. It consists of a small, screw-shaped post made of medical-grade titanium that is gently placed into the jawbone. Over a few months, your bone naturally grows around the post in a process called “osseointegration,” creating a rock-solid foundation. Once this bond is secure, a custom-made crown is attached to the top. Because the implant mimics the structure of a real tooth, it provides unmatched stability, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile without the worry of anything slipping or shifting.

  • The cost of dental implants can vary depending on several factors, including the complexity of the procedure and the materials used. We can provide a detailed cost estimate at your initial consultation. In many situations, the cost of the treatment is only a little more than the cost of more conventional private dental treatment with crowns and bridges. Over the longer term, implants are usually a more cost-effective and satisfactory option.

  • One of the most common concerns for patients is discomfort, but you might be surprised to learn that most people find the procedure much easier than they anticipated. The surgery is performed under local anaesthetic, so you won’t feel any pain while the implant is being placed. Many patients actually describe the sensation as less stressful than having a tooth extracted. Afterwards, it is normal to experience some minor swelling or a dull ache for a few days, but this is usually well-managed with standard over-the-counter pain relief and shouldn’t keep you away from your normal routine for long.

  • Most adults who are in good general health and have healthy gums are excellent candidates for implants. The most important factor is having enough bone density in the jaw to support the titanium post. Even if you have suffered bone loss due to a long-term missing tooth, modern techniques like “bone grafting” can often rebuild the area to make implants possible. During your initial consultation, we use digital scans to assess your jaw structure and discuss your medical history, ensuring that an implant is the safest and most effective choice for your specific needs.

  • Dental implants are designed to be a long-term, permanent solution for tooth loss. While traditional bridges or dentures may need replacing every 5 to 10 years, a well-cared-for dental implant has the potential to last a lifetime. The titanium post itself is incredibly durable and resistant to decay. However, the lifespan of your implant depends heavily on your oral hygiene and lifestyle. Just like natural teeth, the gums around the implant need to stay healthy, so regular brushing, flossing, and professional dental check-ups are essential to ensuring your new tooth stays secure for decades.

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