Whether you're missing one tooth or several, we plan and restore dental implants for Camberwell patients from our Balwyn practice, minutes away along Whitehorse Road.
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Missing a tooth is no fun. Chewing on one side, covering your mouth in photos, or a denture that clicks and shifts while you eat. And a gap doesn’t stay still. The teeth either side slowly drift, and the jawbone shrinks where the tooth used to be.
Dental implants are the most durable way to replace missing teeth. And because an implant replaces the root, not just the visible tooth, it also helps stop that bone loss It’s fixed in your jaw, too: nothing to take out at night, no movement when you eat or speak, and from a cosmetic point of view you really can’t do better.
How many implants you need depends on how many teeth you’re replacing:
Dr Rostkier plans each full-arch case around your bone and bite rather than a fixed template. At your consultation we map out which approach fits your situation.
Implants suit most people missing one or more teeth who want a fixed solution. A few things matter for success: enough jawbone to hold the post, healthy gums, and good general health. Gum disease affects how well an implant integrates, and smoking raises the risk of failure.
If you have lost bone where the tooth used to be, you may need bone grafting first. Dr Rostkier assesses this at your consultation and tells you honestly where you stand, rather than glossing over it.
Still weighing your options? Our guide on what to do about a missing tooth is a good place to start.
Dr Steven Rostkier has looked after patients from Camberwell, Canterbury and the surrounding area for more than 25 years. A good implant result is won or lost in the planning, so that is where we spend the time: 3D imaging, careful assessment, and Digital Smile Design where it helps.
Here is something we tell you plainly. Dr Rostkier does not place the implant himself. That surgical step is done by a specialist periodontist, one of what he calls “highly regarded specialists who are at the top of their game in this field.”
So you get specialist precision at the placement stage, and our restorative experience for the crown or bridge you see and use every day. When your crown goes on, Dr Rostkier checks the fit and shows you in the mirror before anything is finished.
For a fuller overview, see dental implants at our Balwyn practice.
Assessment, 3D imaging and a clear, customised plan.
The implant post is placed by the referred periodontist.
The implant integrates with your jawbone over a few months.
You come back to us to have your crown or bridge fitted.
We make sure you are happy before signing off.
A 1999 University of Melbourne graduate, Dr Rostkier has served the local community for over 25 years. His year and a half practicing in England expanded his knowledge, while his specialisation in implant dentistry, endodontics, and sedation dentistry allows him to provide comprehensive care.
As a father of four who grew up in nearby Doncaster, Dr Rostkier understands local families’ needs and is committed to providing long-term care for multiple generations.
I would love to help you replace a missing tooth with an implant that lasts.
We are on Whitehorse Road in Balwyn, roughly 10 minutes from Camberwell Junction. The road runs straight between the two suburbs, so getting here is simple whether you drive or catch the route 109 tram, which stops near Balwyn Road. There is ample parking in the area.
Monday: 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday: 8am - 5pm
Wednesday: 8am - 5pm
Thursday: 8am - 5pm
Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday/Sunday: Closed
We run on time 95% of the time – and on the rare occasion we’re behind, we’ll let you know before you arrive. Call, email or drop in during opening hours to make an appointment.
We are owner-operated, not a corporate chain, so you are a long-term result we care about, not a quick job. You see the same dentist every visit, our appointments run on time 95% of the time, and consultations are unhurried with 3D imaging on-site. We also pioneered one of Victoria’s first dedicated hygiene departments, running for close to 30 years.
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Call us on (03) 9831 3272 – we’re happy to talk through the process, the costs, or simply how to find us.
Common questions from Camberwell patients considering dental implants.
Still have a question? Call (03) 9831 3272 and we will talk it through.
A dental implant is a small titanium post that acts as an artificial tooth root. Once it fuses with your jawbone, we fit a crown or bridge on top that looks and functions like a natural tooth.
A single tooth implant, post plus crown, typically ranges from $3,000 to $6,500. Your final cost depends on your anatomy, whether bone grafting is needed, and the restoration type. We give you a written, itemised estimate before any treatment starts.
No. A specialist periodontist performs the surgical placement, one of the highly regarded specialists we work with. Dr Rostkier handles your treatment plan, 3D imaging, specialist coordination and the final crown or bridge, so each stage is handled by the right person for the job.
Medicare does not cover dental implants. Depending on your private health extras, the crown component may attract a partial rebate, so check your cover with your fund. We use HICAPS for on-the-spot claims, and flexible payment plans are available.
Dental implants need adequate jawbone and good oral health, including healthy gums, and the process takes time, often three to six months or more with healing. The upfront cost is higher than alternatives like dentures or a bridge. The trade-off is that a dental implant is the only natural-looking tooth replacement that functions like a natural tooth without touching the adjacent teeth.
Yes. Where multiple teeth are missing, implant-supported dentures or an implant bridge give you a natural-looking result without the movement of traditional dentures. We design a plan around your anatomy and the number of missing teeth, mapped out at your consultation.
Call (03) 9831 3272 or book online and we will confirm the next available time. No pressure, just a conversation with Dr Steven Rostkier about your options.
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