Dental Implants in Poway, CA
Natural-looking tooth replacement, planned with 3D imaging, at Gentle Dentistry of Poway.
Key takeaways
- A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth with a titanium post, topped with a custom crown.
- Implants can replace one tooth, several teeth, or support a full-arch denture such as All-on-4.
- Treatment usually takes several months, because the implant needs time to bond with the jawbone.
- Not everyone is a candidate right away. We use CBCT 3D imaging to check your bone first, and some patients need a graft.
- Cost depends on the number of implants, any grafting, and the restoration. Call (858) 485-8420 for a personalized quote.
Dental implants are a widely used way to replace missing teeth in Poway and throughout San Diego. Unlike dentures or bridges, an implant is anchored directly in your jawbone, so the replacement tooth stands on its own without relying on neighboring teeth.
At Gentle Dentistry of Poway, we use CBCT 3D cone beam imaging to plan implant placement. This gives us a three-dimensional view of your bone, nerve locations, and anatomy before treatment begins, which helps us decide whether an implant is right for you and where it should go.
The process begins with an evaluation to see whether you are a good candidate. If there is enough bone, a titanium post is placed in the jawbone during a minor surgical procedure. Over the following months, the implant bonds with the bone in a process called osseointegration. Once healed, a custom crown is attached on top.
Good candidates are generally healthy adults with enough jawbone to support an implant. Smoking, uncontrolled diabetes, and untreated gum disease can affect healing, so we review your health history and talk through any of these with you first. If you have lost bone, a graft may come first, which adds time to the plan.
Dental implants can replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or provide the foundation for implant-supported dentures, such as All-on-4. With good oral hygiene and regular dental visits, many implants last for decades, though results vary from person to person and the crown may need replacing over time.
We accept most PPO dental insurance plans and offer financing options. Pricing depends on the number of implants, whether bone grafting is required, and the restoration type. Call us at (858) 485-8420 for a personalized quote.
| Dental implant | Dental bridge | Removable denture | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it stays in place | Post anchored in the jawbone | Attached to neighboring teeth | Rests on the gums, sometimes with clasps |
| Effect on nearby teeth | Does not rely on them | Neighboring teeth are reshaped for crowns | Clasps may rest on remaining teeth |
| Jawbone | Helps maintain bone where the tooth was | Bone under the gap can shrink over time | Bone can shrink over time, and fit may change |
| Typical timeline | Several months, including healing | Often a few weeks | Often a few weeks to a few months |
| Daily care | Brush and floss like a natural tooth | Brush, plus clean under the bridge | Remove and clean daily |
| Surgery needed | Yes, a minor procedure | No | No, unless teeth need removing first |
Treatment at our office is provided by Dr. Shabnam Pedram, DDS and Dr. Maggie Abadan, DDS. Last updated November 2026.
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