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Best Dental Implant Dentists in Apex, NC (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for dental implants: Cardinal Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 41 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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41 Apex clinics list dental implants and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 1 opens Saturdays. None list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 implants dentists in Apex at a glance

The 41 best implants dentists in Apex, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  1. Ranked #1 for implants in Apex

    #1 Cardinal Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for dental implants in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Cardinal Family Dentistry, we provide honest advice and quality dental care in Apex and the New Hill area to help our patients achieve and maintain their very best smiles. We want our conservative approach to dentistry and our passion for educating patients to create an environment deeply rooted in trust and integrity. Our exceptional service and compassionate care allow us to build meaningful relationships, and we treat all of our patients like family.

    From Cardinal Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #17 Triangle Family Dentistry - Green Level

    3651 Green Level W Rd Suite 202, Apex, NC 27523, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for dental implants in Apex: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Your smile is our top priority. Everyone, from our highly skilled dentists and every member of our support team, are focused on and dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle dental care that you and your family are looking for. The dentists at Triangle Family Dentistry specialize in the latest techniques in dentistry, including Invisalign®, dental veneers, dentures, dental crowns, sedation dentistry, and dental implants.

    From Triangle Family Dentistry - Green Level's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 Triangle Family Dentistry - Apex Kelly Rd

    1460 Kelly Rd, Apex, NC 27502, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for dental implants in Apex: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Your smile is our top priority. Everyone, from our highly skilled dentists and every member of our support team, are focused on and dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle dental care that you and your family are looking for. The dentists at Triangle Family Dentistry specialize in the latest techniques in dentistry, including Invisalign®, dental veneers, dentures, dental crowns, sedation dentistry, and dental implants.

    From Triangle Family Dentistry - Apex Kelly Rd's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #19 Dr. Shannon B. Leahy, DDS

    1500 Town Side Dr STE 105, Apex, NC 27502

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for dental implants in Apex: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–2 PM · Wed 11:30 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #20 Advance Community Health - Apex

    212 S Salem St, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for dental implants in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #22 Better Dental - Apex

    501 N Salem St #105, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for dental implants in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–3 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Better Dental - Apex! Our team of friendly, experienced dentists is proud to serve the Apex, NC community and provide skilled, compassionate care for you and your family. We want you to feel at ease during each visit, so we offer soft blankets and fresh-baked cookies in our exam rooms to help create a fun, relaxed atmosphere! We also believe that great dental care should be available to all, so we’ll arrange financing to help you get the bright smile you deserve.…

    From Better Dental - Apex's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #23 Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry

    1460 Kelly Rd #201, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for dental implants in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry, our top priority is to provide you and your family with the highest quality care in a friendly, fun, state-of-the-art environment with unmatched professional service. Our specialists and the entire team are here to offer outstanding orthodontic and pediatric dental care in the greater area of RTP (Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Durham and Raleigh).

    From Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #24 Dr. Rylan Hansen - Apex NC Dentist

    800 W Williams St #240, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for dental implants in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–3 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #25 Peak Endodontics

    1600 Olive Chapel Rd #100, Apex, NC 27502

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for dental implants in Apex on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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What are dental implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium or zirconia post placed in the jawbone to replace a missing tooth root. After it fuses with the bone, a crown, bridge or denture is attached on top. Implants need enough healthy bone and gum to support them.

Dental implants: specialist or general dentist?

Implants are placed by oral surgeons, periodontists, and general dentists with extra implant training. Specialists are often recommended when bone grafting, sinus lifts, or full-arch cases like All-on-4 are involved. The crown is often made by a general dentist or prosthodontist.

None of Apex's 41 clinics offering dental implants list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Apex

How much do dental implants cost in Apex?

Typical ranges in USD for Apex, NC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do dental implants cost in Apex?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Single implant post and abutment$1,650–$3,850DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Single implant with crown$3,300–$6,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Bone graft (if needed)$340–$3,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
All-on-4 full arch, per arch$16,400–$32,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full dental implants cost guide for Apex

What to expect from dental implants

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Dental implants: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsTypically 3–6 visits over several months
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to place a single implant
RecoveryA few days of soreness; the implant usually needs 3–6 months to fuse before the final crown
When to see a specialistBone loss that needs grafting, multiple missing teeth, full-arch replacement, or medical conditions affecting healing

How we ranked Apex implants dentists

We scored 41 Apex clinics offering dental implants on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Apex data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Dental implants in Apex: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental implants dentist in Apex?

Cardinal Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 41 Apex clinics offering dental implants by DentistsRanked service score. Little Tooth Co ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much do dental implants cost in Apex, NC?

Dental implants in Apex typically costs $1,530–$6,120 USD. By type: single implant post and abutment $1,650–$3,850; single implant with crown $3,300–$6,550; bone graft (if needed) $340–$3,300. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Apex do dental implants?

Yes. None of the 41 Apex clinics offering dental implants list an oral surgeon on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: bone loss that needs grafting, multiple missing teeth, full-arch replacement, or medical conditions affecting healing.

Are dental implants covered by insurance or Medicaid in North Carolina?

Coverage for implants varies widely. Some dental plans cover part of the cost as major care, often subject to waiting periods and annual maximums; many do not. Medicaid rarely covers implants for adults. Ask for a written estimate.

Do dental implants hurt?

Implant placement is done under local anesthetic, and many clinics offer sedation, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Afterward, soreness and swelling for a few days are common. Many patients say recovery is similar to a tooth extraction.

Which Apex dental implants dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 41 Apex clinics offering dental implants lists Saturday hours, including Triangle Family Dentistry - Green Level. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer dental implants in Apex?

41 Apex clinics list dental implants in our data. 0 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Apex

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 41 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.