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Dental Implants in Hillsboro — Surgery + Restoration on Shaleen Street
The first question I usually get from Hillsboro patients considering implants is some version of: “Do I really have to drive into Portland for this?” The honest answer is no — at least not anymore. After 19 years on Shaleen Street and ~2,500 implants placed, we kept hearing that the worst part of the implant process wasn’t the surgery, it was driving from a Hillsboro general dentist to a Beaverton oral surgeon to a Portland prosthodontist and back. So we built the workflow under one roof: three doctors place implants here — Dr. Ostovar (FAGD), Dr. Gvozden (Tufts surgical training, 30+ years), and Dr. Youngblood (OHSU DMD) — all of it 5 minutes off the Cornell Road exit from Hwy 26.
Implant placement starts at $1,799 (post only). Most single-tooth cases — post + abutment + custom crown — land in the $3,500-$5,500 range as of 2026. Free consultation includes a Carestream CBCT scan and a written treatment plan, not a verbal “we’ll figure it out as we go.”
Free Implant Consultation in Hillsboro
Includes 3D CBCT scan, treatment plan, and cost estimate. Call (503) 614-0198.
How the Three-Doctor Implant Team Works at Our Office
The International Congress of Oral Implantologists treats integrated surgical and prosthetic care as the gold standard for long-term implant predictability. The reason is mechanical: when the surgeon who placed the implant is also coordinating directly with the one designing the crown that loads it, the angulation, emergence profile, and occlusal loading are all coordinated from day one rather than reverse-engineered.
- Dr. Jovan Gvozden — Surgical placement, bone grafting, sinus lifts. Tufts University surgical training, 30+ years experience. Handles the drilling protocol, ridge preservation, and the physical implant placement using Carestream CBCT-guided planning. Most of the heavy surgical work — full-arch, sinus proximity, ridge augmentation — runs through him.
- Dr. Merat Ostovar, DMD, FAGD — Places implants and handles the restorative side. Plans the prosthetic outcome, designs the abutment, fabricates the final crown (often using our in-office CEREC mill for BruxZir zirconia or sends to lab for layered IPS e.max in the front-aesthetic zone). Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry — credential held by under 7% of general dentists nationally.
- Dr. Derek Youngblood, DMD — OHSU graduate. Places implants alongside the rest of his general and restorative caseload. Adds appointment availability for straightforward single-tooth cases and collaborates on planning for the larger workups.
- One or more missing teeth (or teeth scheduled for extraction)
- Adequate jawbone height and width (measured via CBCT)
- No active gum disease or uncontrolled diabetes
- Non-smoker, or willing to stop smoking during healing (smoking significantly increases implant failure risk)
- Realistic timeline expectations (3–9 months from consultation to final crown)
- Free consultation — 3D CBCT scan, exam, personalized plan, cost estimate (60–90 min)
- Preparatory work (if needed) — Bone grafting or sinus lift performed in-house by Dr. Ostovar. Healing: 3–4 months.
- Implant surgery — 30–60 min per implant. Sedation available. Most patients describe less discomfort than expected.
- Healing — 3–6 months for osseointegration (bone fusion)
- Permanent crown — Dr. Ostovar places your custom crown, often using CEREC same-day technology
- From Intel Ronler Acres (Hawthorn Farm campus): 6-8 minutes via NE Cornell Rd. Lunch-hour consults work well from this campus — the 12pm Tuesday slot tends to fill with Intel patients first.
- From Intel Jones Farm: 8-10 minutes via NE Cornell Rd or NE Brookwood Pkwy.
- From Tanasbourne / Streets of Tanasbourne: 5-7 minutes — turn off NE Cornell or NW Walker.
- From Orenco Station (MAX Blue Line): 4-6 minutes by car. Walk is doable for short consults if weather cooperates.
- From Kaiser Westside: 6-8 minutes via NE Cornell Rd west.
- From Hillsboro Stadium District / downtown Hillsboro: 8-10 minutes via Glencoe Rd to Cornell.
- Three-doctor in-house model — Dr. Gvozden places, Dr. Ostovar restores. Same building.
- Carestream CBCT planning — 3D bone-density and nerve-pathway imaging, not a 2D panoramic guess
- CEREC same-day crowns — BruxZir zirconia milled in-office; lab-layered e.max for the highly-aesthetic anterior zone
- Sedation options — nitrous (light, drive yourself), oral conscious (Halcion), or IV for longer cases
- 4.9 stars, 300+ Google reviews
- Financing — CareCredit (0% for 24 months), Sunbit, Cherry Health
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- Single-Tooth Implant — Single tooth implant detail
- Multiple-Tooth Implants — Multiple-tooth implant bridges
- All-on-4 Dental Implants — Full-arch All-on-4 reconstruction
- Bone Grafting & Sinus Lift — Bone grafting and sinus lift
- Dental Implant Cost in Hillsboro — Implant cost and financing
- Cost: $3,500-$5,500 for single implant + crown (2026); implant placement alone starts at $1,799; bone grafting $500-$2,500 if needed
- Insurance: Most plans cover 50% of placement + crown after deductible; Delta Dental Premier in-network; typical annual maximum $1,500-$2,500
- Timeline: 4-9 months total (3-6 months osseointegration after placement + crown delivery); add 3-4 months if bone graft required
- Candidacy Requirement: One or more missing teeth, adequate jawbone (measured via 3D CBCT), non-smoker or willing to quit during healing, no active gum disease or uncontrolled diabetes
- Candidacy Exclusion: Uncontrolled diabetes, active periodontal disease, heavy smokers unwilling to quit, insufficient bone without graft, unrealistic timeline expectations
- Technology: Carestream CBCT 3D imaging for surgical planning, computer-guided placement, CEREC same-day crown technology for BruxZir zirconia or lab-layered IPS e.max
- Provider: Dr. Merat Ostovar, DMD, FAGD — one of the top 7% of dentists nationally (Fellow of Academy of General Dentistry), 19 years on Shaleen Street, over 2,500 implant cases placed
- Financing: CareCredit 0% for 24 months, Sunbit, Cherry Health; VIP Membership $299/year = 15% off all treatment
- Location Convenience: 5 minutes off Hwy 26 Cornell Road exit; 6-8 min from Intel Ronler Acres, 8-10 min from Intel Jones Farm, 5-7 min from Tanasbourne, 4-6 min from Orenco Station
- In-House Bone Grafting: Ridge augmentation, socket preservation grafts, and sinus lifts performed by Dr. Ostovar in the same office where the implant is placed 3-4 months later
- All-on-4 Option: Full-arch implant reconstruction available; 4-6 implants support non-removable full set of teeth; many receive temporary teeth same day as surgery; $20,000-$35,000
- Sedation Options: Nitrous oxide (+$75-$150, drive yourself), oral conscious sedation (+$250-$400, need ride), IV sedation for multi-implant cases (+$500-$800)
- Comparison: Implants vs bridges — implants preserve adjacent teeth (no grinding down neighbors), prevent bone loss, last 20+ years; bridges last 10-15 years and require healthy adjacent teeth
- Recovery/Aftercare: 2-3 days ibuprofen for discomfort; soft diet 1 week; brush with soft-bristle toothbrush; water flosser or floss daily; cleanings every 6 months; avoid smoking (increases failure risk)
- Geography: Serving Hillsboro, Orenco Station, Tanasbourne, Aloha, Beaverton, South Hillsboro, Rock Creek, AmberGlen, Cornelius, Forest Grove — all within 20 minutes via US-26 or Cornell Road
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The handoff is internal: same chart, same building, same software. No fax-the-CT-scan-to-the-other-office, no scheduling lag between phases.
Implant Costs in Hillsboro
| Treatment | Cost Range |
|—|—|
| Implant placement (surgical) | Starting at $1,799 |
| Single implant + custom crown | $3,500 – $5,500 |
| Implant-supported bridge (2 implants + 3–4 teeth) | $7,000 – $12,000 |
| All-on-4 full-arch implants | $20,000 – $35,000 |
| Implant-supported overdenture | $8,000 – $15,000 |
| Bone graft (if needed) | $500 – $2,500 |
| Sinus lift (if needed) | $1,500 – $3,000 |
Insurance: Many dental plans cover 50% of implant costs. We verify your benefits before treatment. Financing: CareCredit (0% for 24 months), Sunbit, Cherry Health. No insurance? VIP Membership — 15% off all treatment.
Types of Implants We Place
Single-Tooth Implant
Replace one missing tooth without affecting adjacent teeth. A titanium post fused to your jawbone supports a custom porcelain crown.
Multiple-Tooth Implant Bridge
Two implants support a bridge of 3–4 teeth — so you do not need an implant for every missing tooth.
All-on-4 Full-Arch Implants
4–6 implants support a full set of non-removable teeth. Many patients receive temporary teeth the same day as surgery.
Implant-Supported Dentures
2–4 implants anchor a removable denture — no adhesive, no slipping.
Are You a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
Most adults with missing teeth and adequate jawbone qualify for implants. The free consultation with 3D CBCT scan determines candidacy by measuring bone density, sinus position, and nerve locations in three dimensions — far more precise than guessing from a 2D panoramic X-ray.
Good candidates typically have:
Bone loss is not a disqualifier. If you have been missing teeth for years and your jawbone has resorbed, Dr. Ostovar performs bone grafting or sinus lifts in-house to rebuild the foundation before implant placement. This adds 3–4 months of healing time but makes implants possible for patients who were told they did not have enough bone.
The 3D CBCT scan during your free consultation shows exactly where you stand — no surprises, no second appointment just for imaging.
Why Dental Implants Work — The Science of Osseointegration
Dental implants succeed because of a biological process called osseointegration — the direct fusion of titanium with living bone. When Dr. Ostovar places a titanium post into your jawbone, specialized bone cells migrate to the implant surface and deposit new bone matrix around the threads. Over 3–6 months, the implant becomes mechanically locked into the jaw — as stable as a natural tooth root.
The International Congress of Oral Implantologists cites success rates of 95–98% over 10 years when implants are placed with 3D imaging, proper surgical technique, and adequate healing time. Failures typically trace to smoking, uncontrolled diabetes, or insufficient bone volume at placement — all of which we assess during your initial consultation.
This is why we never rush the healing phase. When osseointegration completes, you have a permanent foundation that handles normal chewing forces for decades.
The Implant Process
Your Permanent Smile Starts Here
Free consultation with 3D scan. Implants from $1,799. Call (503) 614-0198.
Getting to Our Hillsboro Office for Implant Appointments
7546 NE Shaleen St sits about 5 minutes off Hwy 26 via the Cornell Road exit. Drive times for the most common Hillsboro neighborhoods:
Free parking directly in front. We don’t charge for the no-show fee for first-time consults, but we do appreciate a heads-up if your morning derails.
Why Hillsboro Patients Choose East Wind for Implants
Other Services for Hillsboro-Area Patients
East Wind Dental Care provides comprehensive care for patients across the Hillsboro area. Other treatments commonly requested by Hillsboro-area patients:
Related Services at East Wind Dental Care
Areas We Serve
East Wind Dental Care welcomes patients from across Washington County and the west Portland metro area: Hillsboro, Orenco Station, Tanasbourne, Aloha, Beaverton, South Hillsboro, Rock Creek, AmberGlen, Cornelius, Forest Grove, North Plains, and Banks.
Frequently Asked Questions — Dental Implants Hillsboro
How much does a single tooth dental implant cost in Hillsboro?
A single tooth implant in Hillsboro typically runs $3,500-$5,500 in 2026 — that includes the grade 4 titanium post, the abutment, and the final BruxZir zirconia or e.max porcelain crown. The implant body alone starts at $1,799 if you only need surgical placement. Bone grafting (when CBCT shows insufficient ridge volume) adds $500-$2,500. We quote everything in writing during your free Carestream CBCT consultation.
Which Hillsboro practices place implants in-house vs referring out?
Most Hillsboro general dentists send implant cases out — patients typically get planning at one office, surgery at an oral surgeon (often a 20-minute drive toward Portland), then return for the crown months later. East Wind is one of the few Hillsboro practices doing both phases under one roof: Dr. Gvozden (Tufts surgical training) places in-house, Dr. Ostovar (FAGD, 19 years on Shaleen Street) restores. Same chart, no fax-the-records-over delays.
How long is the wait for an implant consultation in Hillsboro?
Most weeks we book new implant consults within 7-10 days. Tuesday and Thursday morning blocks fill first — Intel Ronler Acres patients tend to grab those before lunch — so Wednesday afternoons and Friday mornings open up faster. The free consult runs 60-90 minutes and includes a Carestream CBCT scan and a written plan. If you’re in pain, call (503) 614-0198; we keep two emergency-eval slots open most days.
Are sedation options available for Hillsboro implant surgery?
Three options at our Shaleen Street office: nitrous oxide (light, drive yourself home, +$75-$150), oral conscious sedation (Halcion or similar, you’ll need a ride, +$250-$400), or IV sedation for longer multi-implant cases (+$500-$800). Most single-implant placements take 30-60 minutes and patients do fine on local plus nitrous. For All-on-4 we usually recommend IV. Medically-compromised cases (severe COPD, heart failure) we refer out to anesthesiologist-staffed centers — that’s an honesty call.
Do Hillsboro implant dentists work with Delta Dental?
We’re in-network with Delta Dental Premier (the most common Delta plan in Hillsboro through Intel, Kaiser Westside employee plans, and the Hillsboro School District). Most Delta plans cover 50% of surgical placement and 50% of the crown after the annual deductible, capped at the $1,500-$2,500 annual maximum. Bone grafting coverage varies by plan tier. We verify benefits in writing before treatment.
Where can I get bone grafting and implant placement in Hillsboro under one roof?
At East Wind on Shaleen Street, Dr. Gvozden does ridge augmentation, socket preservation grafts, and sinus lifts in the same office where the implant gets placed 3-4 months later. About 40% of our implant cases need some kind of graft first — usually because the tooth has been missing long enough that the ridge has resorbed. Doing both procedures at one practice means the surgeon who built the bone is the one drilling into it; the planning continuity matters.
East Wind Dental Care — 7546 NE Shaleen St, Hillsboro, OR 97124 | (503) 614-0198
Hillsboro: Your Implant Solution Is Here
Free consultation. 3D planning. In-house surgery. From $1,799. Call (503) 614-0198.
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Reviewed by Dr. Merat Ostovar, DMD, FAGD | East Wind Dental Care, Hillsboro, OR | Last medically reviewed: 2026-05-05 | Book a consultation
> Dr. Ostovar leads East Wind Dental Care in Hillsboro, which has served the community since 2006. He holds Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), a credential earned by fewer than 7% of general dentists. Dr. Ostovar performs all phases of implant treatment in-house, including surgical placement, bone grafting, and final crown restoration.
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