Dental implants in central Johannesburg
Houghton, Killarney, Norwood and Parktown sit in the older central suburbs, between the northern practice clusters and the inner city. Here is what to know about planning treatment in this part of Johannesburg.
Where this area sits
The central suburbs lie south of the Sandton and Rosebank clusters, along the M1 and Louis Botha Avenue, and within reach of the inner city and the eastern suburbs. Houghton, Killarney, Norwood and Parktown are older, established suburbs, and for people living south of the northern clusters a practice here can be the nearer option. We do not name, rank or recommend any practice.
If your own dentist refers you on for implant treatment, it may be to a registered specialist. Periodontists focus on the gums and the bone that support teeth, and many also place implants. Prosthodontists focus on replacing teeth, including the crowns, bridges and dentures that sit on implants. Maxillo-facial and oral surgeons carry out surgery of the mouth and jaws. You can check any practitioner's registration and registered category on the HPCSA's public online register.
Getting there
The central suburbs sit along the M1 and Louis Botha Avenue and are within reach of Rosebank, the inner city and the eastern suburbs. Traffic on Louis Botha Avenue and the M1 is heavy at peak times, so the route to a practice is worth thinking about. As with any implant treatment, ask how many visits the plan needs before you decide where to be treated.
Why there are no suburb pages here yet
We have not published separate pages for Houghton, Killarney or Norwood. The treatment pages apply to everyone, and we will add a suburb page only if we can say something specific and sourced about that suburb.
Start with the treatment you are considering
Most people searching for implants in central Johannesburg are asking the same questions as everyone else: what the treatment involves, how long it takes and what moves the cost. Our pages on dental implants, single tooth implants and the implant assessment answer those questions without reference to any one practice.
Frequently asked questions
What is a periodontist?
A dentist registered as a specialist in periodontics, the treatment of the gums and the bone that supports teeth. Many periodontists also place implants.
Do I need a specialist for an implant?
Not necessarily. Many general dentists place implants. Whether a specialist is involved depends on the case and is a decision for you and your dentist.
How do I check a practitioner's registration?
Use the HPCSA's public online register, which shows a practitioner's registration status and registered category.