Dental Implants in Calabasas
A missing tooth changes more than your smile. It can make you chew on one side, avoid certain foods, or feel self-conscious when you laugh. For our patients in Calabasas who want a replacement that feels like part of their mouth, dental implants are often the conversation we start with. At 805 Dentistry, we plan, place, and restore implants under one roof, so Calabasas families can handle the entire journey with one team they already know.
A dental implant is a small post placed in the jawbone where a tooth root used to be. Once it is in place, it serves as a foundation for a crown, a bridge, or a denture. Because the implant takes the place of the root rather than resting on your gums or neighboring teeth, the restoration on top is anchored in a way that removable options are not.
Implants can address a wide range of needs. A single implant with a crown can fill one gap. Implant-supported bridges can replace several teeth in a row. For patients missing most or all of their teeth, we offer full arch solutions, including All-on-4, All-on-6, and All-on-X implants, as well as implant-supported and snap-in dentures. Many of our Calabasas patients come to us after years of wearing a traditional denture and want something that stays put while they eat and talk.
Many adults who are missing one or more teeth can be considered for implants, but the deciding factor is what we find during your evaluation. We look at the health of your gums, the amount and quality of bone in your jaw, and your overall dental picture before recommending a plan.
If bone has thinned after a tooth was lost, that does not automatically rule you out. We perform bone grafting and sinus lift surgery to help build up areas that need more support before an implant is placed. If gum disease is present, our team treats it first, since healthy gums are an important part of a stable result. Our board-certified periodontist places implants and also handles gum grafting and periodontal regeneration when those steps are needed. That means a Calabasas patient with a more complex starting point can still get a complete plan from our office instead of being sent elsewhere.
What happens during the dental implant process?
The process begins with a consultation and detailed imaging, followed by planning, placement, healing, and your final restoration. We provide 2D and 3D imaging, including CBCT scans, and we have a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist on staff. These images show us the bone, nerves, and sinus areas so we can plan where each implant should go.
Here is what a typical path looks like:
- A consultation and exam to discuss your goals and review your health history
- 3D imaging and a personalized treatment plan
- Any preparatory care, such as extractions, gum treatment, or bone grafting
- Implant placement by our periodontist
- A healing period while the implant becomes secure in the bone
- Your custom crown, bridge, or denture, made with support from our on-site dental lab
If the idea of surgery makes you anxious, you have options. Our board-certified dental anesthesiologist offers nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. We will talk through which level of comfort fits your procedure and your preferences.
How do I care for my implants, and how can I pay for them?
You care for implants much like natural teeth: daily brushing and flossing plus regular professional visits. Even though an implant itself cannot get a cavity, the gums and bone around it still need attention to stay healthy.
Our periodontics team provides implant maintenance, so the same people who placed your implant can keep an eye on it over the years. We will show you how to clean around your restoration at home and set up a schedule of checkups and cleanings that suits your needs. Many Calabasas patients pair these visits with routine care for the rest of the family, since we see children and adults of all ages.
On the cost side, we accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients. Financing is also available to help spread out the cost of treatment. During your consultation, we will walk through your plan, explain what your coverage may apply to, and go over your payment options before any work begins. That way, you can make a decision with a clear picture of both the treatment and the investment.
If you live in Calabasas and are ready to talk about replacing missing teeth, we would be glad to meet you, answer your questions, and help you decide on the next step.