Bone and sinus treatment

Serving patients throughout Stroud, Nailsworth, Stonehouse, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Gloucestershire

When a tooth is lost, the jawbone beneath it shrinks from lack of stimulation and can change the shape of your mouth. Loss of bone can also be caused by gum disease, tooth development defects, trauma, and by previous dental procedures where efforts were not made to restore natural bone.

Before dental implant treatment can begin your dentist will first need to check that there is sufficient bone for an implant to be placed successfully. If there is insufficient bone you may need to have pre-treatment before your dental implants can be placed. This may include oral surgery procedures such as bone grafting, bone expansion or sinus lifts.

At your initial consultation our implant dentist, our dentist, will use x-rays and scans to establish if pre-treatment is required and will explain this further.

Pre-treatment

Bone expansion

Your dentist may recommend a bone expansion if your jawbone is too narrow for a dental implant to be fitted. This involves making a small hole into your jawbone where your implant will eventually sit and using bone graft material to widen and strengthen the bone. The bone will be left to heal before a dental implant can be successfully installed.

Bone graft

Bone grafting is a treatment that is used to strengthen the area of bone your dental implant will be inserted into. This involves taking bone from elsewhere in the mouth and placing it in the area to be strengthened. After a number of months, this will fuse together, creating a stronger base for your implant.

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Sinus lift

If there is not enough space to fit a dental implant in your upper jaw, our dentist may recommend a sinus lift. This involves moving the sinus membrane upwards to create space in your bone for your new tooth. Once the membrane has been moved, a bone graft will fill the space that has been created to make a suitable space for your dental implant.

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Once our dentist is happy your bones and gums are healthy, your dental implant treatment can begin.

Book a consultation with our dentist today to find out more about how dental implants could change your life!

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to us. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending Rowcroft Dental Centre…

Patient reviews

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Sophie DeNofrio

A wonderful dental practice. The whole team is professional, kind and helpful. I have been seeing Lucy Li for a few years now and she is a fantastic dentist. She is truly great at what she does and is so helpful and kind. She notices tiny changes and is a real safe pair of hands. She always has time for any questions and concerns you may have. Equally, hygienists Natalie, Lisa and Charlotte and their team are wizards. They all have so much knowledge and patience. My teeth brushing and flossing has improved immensely. They also take great care around any sensitivity and make you feel at ease. I also have to shout out the reception team. They are always friendly and helpful whether it is on the phone or in-person. You always feel welcome. If you are looking for a new dental practice this is a great one! Thank you very much!

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Leanne Langston

Staff at Rowcroft are warm, attentive and professional, wouldn’t go anywhere else!

3rd June 2026

Good service. Highly competent practitioners. Well-organised practice.

3rd June 2026

They are all highly knowledgeable staff and particularly courteous and gracious. They listen to your needs and explain in detail each and every procedure. They are also understanding if you are fearful and put you as best they possibly can, at ease.

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Teresa Fletcher

Really friendly staff who take a lot of care, especially with a nervous patient.

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Peter Kent

Lovely dental practise best I have ever been to

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Emily van de Venter

Always friendly and helpful

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Michael Burchell

Excellent prompt care as usual

29th May 2026

Friendly and professional staff

29th May 2026

Apart from having to physically turn up everything else is sorted, none of my time wasted, highly efficient and effective system in place.

28th May 2026

An appointment with the hygienist isn't normally a time for pleasure, but the hygienist who treats me is a delight - she listens to any concerns and responds appropriately, she makes every effort to cause minimum discomfort or distress, she treats me like an adult and, over a period of 6 years, the state of my teeth has improved enormously thanks to her care in conjunction with that of the dentist.

26th May 2026

Professional and friendly ,

23rd May 2026

Well organised very clean and helpful pleasant staff

21st May 2026

They have always been very good with my treatment and putting me at my ease as dentist appointments aren't my favourite pastime

21st May 2026

I was a bit naughty. The reception lady told me Dr House was running on time ( because i was in an awful hurry to drive to London and leave on time) so instead of waiting for the dental nurse to collect me I snuck upstairs because it was the time for my appointment. I was lucky. Dr House was there and happy to see me.It turns out a patient was late so I had managed to be seen before them.I am not sure what had happened there but I was happy that I didnt have to wait for the late patient that should have been before me.I was glad I nipped upstairs.Best.Anna Maynard Monday 4.00 appointment

21st May 2026

All of the staff are extremely friendly, listen to any concerns that you have with your teeth and don’t rush your appointment.

20th May 2026

I had a great experience at Rowcroft Dental in Stroud. Lucy was very attentive and took the time to clearly explain all the treatment options, which really helped me feel at ease. I was quite nervous, but everything went smoothly. Her dental nurse/assistant was also excellent. They worked very well together, and the whole experience felt very professional and reassuring

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Cake

Excellent and friendly service (with a smile) as always from receptionists, hygienists, nurses, and dentists. Wouldn’t go anywhere else.

20th May 2026

Lisa the hygienist is lovely she listens and talks to you. She makes you feel relaxed

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Chris Burley

Thoughtful care from Lucy and Natalie Check up very thoroughly and hygiene

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