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Dental Implants in Sydney
Missing a tooth, or living with a gap that’s starting to affect how you eat, speak or feel about your smile? About Smiles is a Sydney dental group with five locations Chatswood, Circular Quay, Crows Nest, Eastgardens and Zetland offering dental implants as a durable, natural-looking way to replace missing teeth. For many patients, implants offer a long-term solution that restores both function and confidence, rather than a temporary fix. Because tooth loss becomes more common with age, replacing missing teeth is something many patients find themselves weighing up. If you’ve been considering your options for a while, understanding how implants compare to alternatives like dentures or bridges can make the decision feel more straightforward you can find your nearest About Smiles clinic and book a consultation.
What Are Dental Implants and How Do They Work?
Dental implants are a long lasting, natural looking solution for replacing missing teeth. The process involves placing a titanium post into the jawbone to act as a sturdy tooth root, followed by a custom-made crown that blends with your smile. Unlike dentures or bridges, implants help maintain jawbone strength, reduce shifting of neighbouring teeth, and restore chewing and speaking ability. At About Smiles, our goal is to provide a stable, natural feeling result that functions much like your own teeth.
This distinction matters for many patients considering their options. Because the implant integrates directly with the jawbone, it provides a level of stability that removable options can’t replicate, which is part of why many patients choose implants when they’re looking for a longer-term response to tooth loss.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Natural look and feel — a custom made crown blends with your smile and functions like a natural tooth
- Jawbone preservation — unlike dentures or bridges, implants help maintain jawbone strength and reduce bone deterioration
- Restored function — implants help restore chewing and speaking ability, so you can eat and talk more comfortably
- Lasting stability — the titanium post acts as a sturdy tooth root, helping keep teeth from shifting and providing a stable smile
Taken together, these benefits are why implants are often considered among the more durable options available for tooth replacement. Rather than simply filling a visible gap, implants are designed to support the surrounding structures of your mouth over the long term, which can make a meaningful difference to your comfort and oral health years down the track. For patients who have previously relied on removable options, many describe the transition to implants as feeling much closer to having their natural teeth back.
Dental Implants at Our Sydney Clinics
At About Smiles, our team brings more than 80 years of combined dental experience, combining up-to-date technology including digital X-rays and Trios® digital impressions with personalised treatment planning and a patient-focused approach, so restoring your smile feels like a smooth and reassuring experience from your first consultation.
Implant treatment often spans several stages, from any necessary extractions through to surgical placement and the final restoration, and our group has clinicians with confirmed implant training across multiple clinics:
- At Circular Quay, Dr Aodhan Docherty (BMedSci, BDent Hons, Grad Dip Clinical Dentistry [Dental Implants], Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy) provides dental implants alongside cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
- At Zetland, Dr Ashish Gohil (BDS First Class Hons, Grad Dip Clinical Dentistry [Oral Implants]) provides dental implants and oral surgery.
- At Chatswood, Dr Eugene Foo (BDS Hons, Grad Dip Clinical Dentistry [Oral Implants], FRACDS) provides dental implants and implant restoration, including more complex dental rehabilitation.
As an NSQHS accredited group, we follow recognised national safety and quality standards throughout. Some of our clinicians also consult in additional languages Mandarin and Cantonese at Chatswood and Crows Nest (Dr Mark Mingjie Lu), and Vietnamese at Circular Quay (Dr Gregory Nguyen). Because implant treatment involves multiple stages over time, our five Sydney locations can make it easier to fit consultations and follow up visits around your week, and our team is happy to talk through the practical details, including how private health cover may apply.
Our Dental Implant Process
Step One
Consultation:
We begin with a comprehensive examination, using imaging to assess your oral health and develop a personalised treatment plan suited to your needs.
Step Two
Placement and Healing:
The titanium post is surgically placed into your jawbone under local anaesthesia, followed by a healing period during which the implant integrates and bonds with the bone. A temporary restoration may be provided during this time.
Step Three
Restoration:
Once healing is complete, a custom made crown, dental bridge or prosthesis is attached to complete your smile.
Throughout each stage, our team will explain what to expect and answer your questions, so you feel informed and comfortable from consultation through to the final restoration. Healing times can vary from patient to patient, and your dentist will give you a clearer indication of your own timeline once your treatment plan is in place. We find that patients who understand what each stage involves tend to feel more settled going into treatment, which is why we make time to walk through this in detail before anything begins.
Is Dental Implant Treatment Right for You?
Not everyone will need or want the same approach to replacing a missing tooth, and our team is happy to talk through your options if you’re unsure whether implants are right for your situation.
This may be worth considering if you have:
One or more missing teeth affecting your appearance and function
Difficulty chewing or speaking due to gaps in your smile
Concerns about jawbone deterioration
How it can help:
Provides a long-lasting, natural feeling solution that functions much like real teeth
Helps reduce bone loss and supports your facial structure
Stabilises your bite and helps prevent surrounding teeth from shifting
It may be particularly well suited to you if you are:
Wanting a lasting solution for one or more missing teeth
Struggling to chew or speak due to gaps
Concerned about jawbone loss and facial structure
Helping You Restore Your Smile
Our team provides treatments that may improve comfort and function ranging from preventive dentistry and routine check-ups to fillings, root canal treatment and complex restorations with every plan built around your individual needs. Results differ for each person and will be discussed with you in full during your consultation, including realistic timeframes and what to expect at each stage. We believe informed patients tend to feel more settled throughout treatment, which is why answering questions thoroughly is always part of the process, not an afterthought.
Our Sydney Locations
About Smiles has five clinics across Sydney. You can identify your nearest below:
- Chatswood — 2/63A Archer Street, Chatswood NSW 2067 · (02) 9415 3555. Practitioners here include Dr Eugene Foo (dental implants and implant restoration), Dr Mark Mingjie Lu (Mandarin and Cantonese; also at Crows Nest), Dr David Argent and Dr David Young.
- Circular Quay — Ground Floor, Shop LCC125, 17 Young Street, Circular Quay NSW 2000 · (02) 8319 2323. Practitioners here include Dr Aodhan Docherty (dental implants) and Dr Gregory Nguyen (English and Vietnamese).
- Crows Nest — Suite 103, Level 1, 22 Clarke Street, Crows Nest NSW 2065 · (02) 8622 3900. Dr Mark Mingjie Lu consults here in addition to Chatswood.
- Eastgardens — Shop 350, Level 3, Westfield Eastgardens, 152 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 · (02) 8488 9994. Practitioners here include Dr Sabrina Chong, Dr Lucy Cracknell and Dr Jacinda Stamenkovic.
- Zetland — 4/6 Defries Avenue, Zetland NSW 2017 · (02) 9313 6388. Practitioners here include Dr Ashish Gohil (dental implants and oral surgery) and Dr Danny Nguyen-Ngo.
To book a consultation, contact your nearest clinic on the number above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the dental implant procedure painful?
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel pain during placement itself. Some discomfort during healing is normal, similar to other dental procedures, and your dentist will talk you through what to expect and how to manage it.
How long does the whole process take?
Timeframes vary depending on individual healing and the specifics of your treatment plan. Your dentist will give you a clearer idea of your expected timeline once your consultation and initial assessment are complete.
Am I a suitable candidate for dental implants?
Suitability depends on factors such as jawbone health and overall oral health, which is why the process begins with a thorough consultation and imaging. This allows your dentist to confirm whether implants are the right option for you, and to discuss alternatives such as bridges or dentures if implants aren’t suitable in your case.
Which About Smiles clinics offer dental implants?
Implant care is provided by clinicians with confirmed implant training at Circular Quay (Dr Aodhan Docherty), Zetland (Dr Ashish Gohil) and Chatswood (Dr Eugene Foo, who also provides implant restoration). If you’re not sure which clinic suits you, contact your nearest location and the team can help you arrange a consultation.
Will my private health extras cover the cost?
Many patients use private health extras cover towards implant treatment, though the amount depends on your individual level of cover and the stages involved. About Smiles works with Australian private health funds and offers HICAPS claiming where applicable, and we’re happy to help you understand what your fund may cover and provide an estimate before treatment begins.