Healthy foundations
Examinations, cleaning, fillings, emergency care, crowns & bridges, gum therapy, family dentistry, root canals, dentures and night guards.
Houghton Estate · Johannesburg
Start with what you feel.
You shouldn't need to know the name of a dental procedure before you ask for help. Tell us what's bothering you and we'll help you understand what the first visit — and the possible next steps — may look like.
Since 2019
care in JohannesburgSame-day
emergency appointments5-star
patient reviews
care in JohannesburgSame-day
emergency appointments5-star
patient reviews
Care Compass
Start hereWhat are you feeling?
You don't need to self-diagnose.Choose what you're experiencing and we'll show you a simple, non-diagnostic care path.
Transparent pricing ✦Laser technology ✦Painless injection system ✦Free whitening programme ✦Family dentistry ✦Transparent pricing ✦Laser technology ✦Painless injection system ✦Free whitening programme ✦Family dentistry ✦
The missing patient journey
From “something hurts” to a clear plan.
Houghton Dental already treats the problems patients actually search for. This experience simply makes the path easier to understand.
Example journey
“I have a toothache. What happens next?”
01→04
01
Tell us what you're feeling
When the pain started, what triggers it and whether there is swelling or sensitivity.
02
Examination & imaging if needed
The dentist checks the tooth and may use an X-ray to understand the cause.
03
Understand the cause
You get a clear explanation of what is happening and what can realistically be done.
04
Choose the right treatment path
Depending on the findings, possibilities can include a filling, root canal therapy, extraction or emergency care.
Care under one roof
See all treatments →General. Cosmetic. Surgical.
Confident smiles
Invisalign, FASTBRACES®, professional whitening, bonding, veneers and complete smile makeovers.
Restore function
Dental implants, extractions and implant-supported dentures for patients who need more advanced restorative care.
Patient proof
The reviews already tell the story.
Comfort, explanation and follow-up appear again and again in Houghton Dental's published patient feedback.
“They explain thoroughly everything they do, every step of the way.”— Boledi Ramushu
“I had implants, the whole experience was seamless! I now have the most magnificent smile.”— Nabeela Arbee
“The only dentist to ever call me after a procedure to make sure I was okay.”— Giselle Naidoo
Dentistry done right
Technology should make care feel clearer.
Houghton Dental highlights technology and comfort systems designed to improve the patient experience.
Laser technologyAdvanced diode dental laser treatments available.
Painless injectionAn advanced injection system for patients who are nervous about needles.
Transparent pricingClear treatment-cost discussions based on individual needs.
WarrantyThe practice publishes treatment warranties with terms for selected restorations.