Dental Implants in Upland, CA

Achieve a Healthy & Confident Smile

If you’re experiencing tooth loss, dental implants are an ideal solution that can help restore aesthetics and functionality. In addition to restoration, these state-of-the-art innovations prevent jaw bone deterioration and preserve facial structure. Led by Dr. Gilbert, the team at Inland Institute Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery specializes in dental implant surgery to give you back your confidence and a healthier smile. We offer a range of restoration options, with many patients opting for dental implants. Our staff works with a smile to bring you a better smile while delivering optimal results in a relaxing environment. Contact our office today in Upland, CA to schedule a consultation and see how life-changing dental implants can be.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are an ingenious solution to replace missing teeth. Designed to provide a strong foundation for artificial teeth, they are custom-made to blend in with a patient’s surrounding teeth. Typically composed of titanium—a biocompatible material—these posts fuse with the jawbone to create an anchor for the visible replacement tooth. Because dental implants are fixed in place, they look natural and give patients the ability to eat, drink, and speak with confidence, without the worry that their tooth replacement option will fall out or look artificial.

Types of Dental Implants

Dental implants are crafted to replicate the appearance and function of natural teeth. They comprise an implant post, acting as a tooth root, and a dental crown, which is the visible part of the replacement tooth. The implant post, made from biocompatible materials like titanium, is surgically inserted into the jawbone to provide stability and support for the replacement tooth.

At Inland Institute Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Upland, CA, we provide a range of dental implant solutions to rejuvenate your smile and oral health. Dr. Gilbert will determine the most suitable type of dental implant for your specific needs.

• Single Implants: Single dental implants replace one missing tooth. They include an implant post surgically placed into the jawbone, a connector known as an abutment, and a custom-made crown that matches your natural teeth's color and shape. Single implants offer a durable and natural-looking solution for a single missing tooth, restoring both functionality and aesthetics to your smile.
• Multiple Implants: Multiple dental implants replace several missing teeth. Similar to single implants, they can support dental bridges or partial dentures to replace multiple missing teeth. Multiple implants provide a stable and secure solution for those who have lost several teeth, enhancing chewing ability and preventing bone loss in the jaw.
• Full-Arch Restoration: Full-arch restoration is ideal for those missing all their teeth in one or both jaws. This technique uses several strategically placed dental implants to support a fixed prosthetic arch of teeth. Full-arch restoration offers a permanent and comfortable solution, eliminating the need for removable dentures and allowing patients to enjoy a fully functional and aesthetically pleasing smile.
• Zygomatic Implants: Zygomatic dental implants are designed for patients with severe jaw bone loss, where traditional implants might not be feasible. Anchored in the cheekbone rather than the jaw bone, this advanced technique allows patients with significant bone loss to benefit from dental implants and restore their oral function.
• Zirconia Implants: Zirconia dental implants provide an alternative to traditional titanium implants. Made from biocompatible zirconia ceramic, these implants offer superior aesthetics and a metal-free solution for those who prefer a ceramic option. Zirconia implants are suitable for both single and multiple tooth replacements, delivering a natural and durable outcome.

Dental Implant Surgery

We take every measure to ensure that your dental implant surgery at Inland Institute Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Upland, CA, is both comfortable and straightforward. Dr. Gilbert, who is a skilled oral surgeon, will guide you through each step of your procedure.

Your journey begins with an initial consultation. During this appointment, your oral surgeon will assess your oral health, jaw bone density, and discuss various treatment options with you. It is possible that 3D scans will be taken at this stage.

Once you choose to proceed with dental implants, we will provide comprehensive pre-surgery instructions. You may need to avoid eating or drinking for a specified period before the procedure and arrange for someone to drive you home afterward.

On the surgery day, the anesthesia selected by your oral surgeon during the consultation will be administered to ensure you are comfortable and pain-free throughout the procedure.

After the anesthesia takes effect, your oral surgeon will make a small incision in your gum tissue to expose the jawbone. A hole will be meticulously drilled in the bone to place the dental implant post, which serves as an artificial tooth root.

To protect the implant during the healing phase, a temporary crown or healing cap may be applied. This healing period, known as osseointegration, can take several months as the implant fuses with the jawbone.

When the implant has fully healed and integrated with the jawbone, you will return to our office to have the permanent crown attached. This crown will be custom-made to match the shape, color, and size of your natural teeth, ensuring a seamless and natural appearance.

Post-surgery, you will receive detailed care instructions for your dental implant, including oral hygiene practices and dietary restrictions. You might experience some discomfort and swelling after the procedure, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication and by following the provided post-operative instructions. If you have any questions about your recovery or the care instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

Cost of Dental Implants

The cost of dental implants vary based on the number of implants required, the complexity of a patient’s case, the insurance coverage, and the choice of anesthesia.

At your consultation, we will provide an estimate of the total cost of treatment and offer different payment methods and financing options. The best way to learn about how much dental implants may cost is to schedule a consultation with our office.