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Best Dental Implant Dentists in Wilmington, NC (2026)

80 clinics offering dental implants, rankedUpdated 2 oral surgeons0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for dental implants: Jameson Oral & Implant Surgery, ranked #1 of 80 by service score; an oral surgeon on staff, 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions dental implants.

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    Best specialist (oral surgeon): Michael Jaskolka, MD, an oral surgeon on staff, 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews.

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80 Wilmington clinics list dental implants and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an oral surgeon and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 10 implants dentists in Wilmington at a glance

Top 10 implants dentists in Wilmington at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning implants
1Jameson Oral & Implant Surgery80Yes (oral surgeon)4.9★ (61)1
2Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS73———
3Family Dental Care of Wilmington73———
4Live Oak Dental73———
5The Dental Studio of Wilmington73———
6Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC73———
7ASAP Urgent Dental Care67———
8Brown Kathleen J DDS67———
9Bruff Jr Thomas B DDS67———
10Cape Fear Dental Care67———

The 80 best implants dentists in Wilmington, 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.

  3. #3 Family Dental Care of Wilmington

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for dental implants in Wilmington 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

    Book appointment at Family Dental Care of WilmingtonFull profile
    In their words

    At Family Dental Care of Wilmington, we continually work to provide our patients with the best care modern cosmetic and family dentistry has to offer. We offer a modern, technologically advanced facility that is optimized for patient comfort, safety, and convenience. We care deeply about mutual respect between our patients and our staff, most of whom have been with us for many years.

    From Family Dental Care of Wilmington's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Live Oak Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for dental implants in Wilmington 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

    Book appointment at Live Oak DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Live Oak Dental is committed to improving the lives of our community through world class dentistry. We do this by providing comfortable, efficient and quality dentistry in a unique environment. One of the things that sets Live Oak Dental apart is the dedication of our amazing professional team. It takes a strong commitment to teamwork to provide you with an experience that is perfect from the moment you arrive until you leave our office with a happy smile.

    From Live Oak Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 The Dental Studio of Wilmington

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for dental implants in Wilmington 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

    Book appointment at The Dental Studio of WilmingtonFull profile
    In their words

    Wilmington Dentist, The Dental Studio, is an experienced cosmetic dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Wilmington and Hampstead area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Jacob Long and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Wilmington dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry…

    From The Dental Studio of Wilmington's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for dental implants in Wilmington 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

    Book appointment at Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLCFull profile
    In their words

    Your Community Dental believe everyone deserves quality dentistry at fair and affordable prices. Our caring, experienced professionals are committed to providing accessible and quality care. We discuss treatment options that focus on economical ways to solve problems and maintain good oral health with all our patients. We manage our practice cost effectively and forego unnecessary “extras” to keep our fees reasonable and as low as possible. If you have specific concerns…

    From Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 National Dental Care, Barangaroo

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for dental implants in Wilmington 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

    Book appointment at National Dental Care, BarangarooFull profile
    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 80 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #80, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence57Evenings · Sat
27MedNorth Health Center57Evenings · Sat
28Dan Dube Dentistry564.7★ (105)
29Wallace Stephen C DDS MHS525.0★ (4)
30Wilmington Smiles Gregory B. Garrett DDS50
31CarolinasDentist47Evenings
32CarolinasDentist47Evenings
33Racine Dental Care47Sat
34O2 Dental Group of Wilmington47Sat
35Northchase Family Dentistry47Evenings
36Burns Family Dentistry47Evenings
37Dr. Norma Cortez, DDS43Evenings
38Dr. Mark E. McGee, DDS43Evenings
39Edgerton and Glenn DDS - Wilmington37
40Dr. Robert P. Mellis, DDS37
41Independence Dental Care37
42Coastal Pines Dental37
43Dr. Milligan's Family Dental Care37
44Long Dental of Wilmington37
45Wrightsville Dental37
46Wilmington Kids Dentist37
47Atlantic Dental Group37
48DANICA DENTAL HOUSE Rafaela Dejanovic DDS & Coleman Burgess DDS37
49Sandra Miles Dentistry37
50Southeast Smiles37
51Kuzma Advanced Dentistry37
52Arboretum Dental37
53Barnes Family Dentistry37
54Brush Dental Care37
55Clayton B Smith III, DDS, PA37
56Hoggard Family Dentistry37
57Port City Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Jillian Wolske37
58Salling and Tate Family Dentistry37
59C. Clayton Walker III, DDS, PA37
60French Family Dentistry37
61Porters Neck Cosmetic and Family Dentistry37
62Cory Williams DDS37
63Wetherill Family Dentistry37
64Jennifer M. Pan, DMD, PLLC37
65Mayfaire Family Dentistry - John A Overton DDS37
66Donald S. Bland, D.D.S37
67Myles Family Dentistry37
68St Mary Health Center34
69Coastal Smiles General and Implant Dentistry33
70Affordable Dentures & Implants33
71DentalWorks Wilmington33
72Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
73Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (Formerly Complete Dental - Barclay)33
74Wilmington Dental Care33
75James N. Smith, D.M.D.33
76Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
77Coastal Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
78D. Scott Skinner, D.D.S., P.A.33
79Dr. Holly J. Carter, D.D.S.33
80Dr. Lisa Phelps28

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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.

2 of Wilmington's 80 clinics offering dental implants have an oral surgeon on staff. See oral surgeons in Wilmington

How much do dental implants cost in Wilmington?

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

How much do dental implants cost in Wilmington?
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 Wilmington

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 Wilmington implants dentists

We scored 80 Wilmington clinics offering dental implants on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 duplicate listings). 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 Wilmington data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Wilmington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental implants dentist in Wilmington?

Jameson Oral & Implant Surgery ranks #1 of 80 Wilmington clinics offering dental implants by DentistsRanked service score. It has an oral surgeon on staff and 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews. Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS 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 Wilmington, NC?

Dental implants in Wilmington 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 Wilmington do dental implants?

Yes. 78 of the 80 Wilmington clinics offering dental implants do not list an oral surgeon, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 list an oral surgeon on staff. 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 Wilmington dental implants dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 80 Wilmington clinics offering dental implants list Saturday hours, including Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence, MedNorth Health Center and Racine Dental Care. 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 Wilmington?

80 Wilmington clinics list dental implants in our data. 2 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. They include Jameson Oral & Implant Surgery and Michael Jaskolka, MD. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Wilmington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 113 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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