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Restore Your Smile with Dental Implants in Oxnard, CA

Dental implants provide patients with missing or damaged teeth with the most natural tooth replacement option. As experienced implant specialists who have provided full implant services for over 15 years, Dr. Maria Tapia and Dr. Georgia Haddad offer dental implants in Oxnard, CA. Teeth implants can replace one tooth, several teeth, or even a whole mouth of missing teeth.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a secure, natural-looking option to replace missing teeth. Many patients prefer implants to other prosthetics because they look and feel just like natural teeth. Dental implants can renew your appearance, rejuvenate your oral health, and return your ability to eat, laugh, and smile confidently.

Dental implants are small titanium posts that we surgically implant into healthy jaw bone structures. The biocompatible material fuses with the jaw bone, forming a secure and stable bond for permanent dental restoration.

The post acts as a replacement root structure and helps to stabilize and promote natural bone regeneration. It also helps prevent further bone loss. We fit dental implants with high-quality dental restoration for a natural-looking and comfortable prosthetic tooth.

We Provide Dental Implants Under One Roof

Beach Cities Dental Group offers patients the convenience and consistency of all-inclusive, affordable dental implant services at our Oxnard, CA, dentist office. From preliminary planning to surgical implantation and all through recovery, Dr. Tapia, Dr. Haddad, and our dental care team will handle every aspect of your dental implant procedure.

Best dental implant services are all-inclusive and streamline the procedure while eliminating the need for specialist trips. Patients enjoy consistent and predictable results, all from the comfort of our Oxnard dentist’s office.

What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

Dental implants are permanent dental restoration that your dentist uses to replace missing teeth or repair tooth damage. They support a stable, beautiful, and functional bite. Dental implants can help improve speech and self-confidence and enjoy a diet without restrictions.

Our dentist uses dental implants to replace a single missing tooth, multiple missing teeth, or a whole arch of upper or lower missing teeth. Implants have revolutionized the way dentists replace missing teeth due to their natural appearance and long-term health benefits.

When possible, we prefer the dental implant method over traditional options for replacing lost teeth. We can replace ill-fitting dentures and secure them using dental implants for improved aesthetics, function, and confidence.

The Benefits of Dental Implants Include:

Natural-looking and durable results
Promotes natural bone regeneration
Reduces the risk of gum disease and receding gums
No eating restrictions
Reduce the risk of tooth decay and further tooth loss
Minimizes the chance of facial sagging

Types of Dental Implants

The type of dental implant you receive will depend on the number and location of your missing teeth. Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad will help you determine which missing tooth replacement option best suits your oral health, lifestyle, and budget.

Single Tooth Dental Implant: We can use a single dental implant (or mini implant) to replace one tooth. We perform oral surgery to place the titanium post into the root socket. Once healed, we will design a custom dental crown to secure the implant.

Multiple Teeth Dental Implant: For patients missing multiple teeth, there are a few options, depending on the location of the missing teeth. We can secure a dental bridge using one or multiple single tooth implants.

All-On-Four Implants: The All-On-Four dental implant procedure allows patients missing all of their teeth to receive the benefits of traditional dentures without bulkiness. Through strategic planning, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad utilize the healthiest bone structure to surgically place four titanium screws into the jaw to secure a denture permanently. The all-on-4 dental implant is also known as an implant-supported denture.

About the Dental Implant Procedure

The dental implant procedure is typically spread over several visits to our Oxnard, CA, dentist’s office. Your initial visit will begin with a comprehensive dental exam to determine the best course of treatment to meet your oral health needs and cosmetic goals. Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad will build a personalized treatment plan that will help restore form, function, and health to your smile.

The next step is the surgical implantation of the dental implant. Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad offer cost-effective and comprehensive implant procedures under one roof. In most cases, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad will perform the surgical implantation of the dental implant.

We will place the implant into a healthy and clean root socket. The implant will take 3-6 months to heal fully. Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad may fit you with a temporary dental restoration depending on the placement of the missing tooth.

Once your gums and implant(s) fully heal, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad will custom-design and fabricate your final dental restoration. Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad use the most modern dental materials. She has an artistic eye when color-matching and shaping all dental restorations to blend beautifully with your natural smile.

Using an abutment, we will permanently secure your final restoration to your implant for a natural-looking and functioning prosthetic tooth.

If you need additional dental services to restore your smile, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad will coordinate these procedures to ensure a successful and stable dental implant result.

Dental Implants FAQs

Choosing dental implants to replace your missing teeth is a huge commitment. We want our patients to feel comfortable and confident about the care they are receiving. If you have any questions about dental implants, please read through our frequently asked questions. Here, you will find answers to common questions we get asked. If you have further questions regarding your dental implant treatment, please call our dental office.

Am I a candidate for dental implants?

Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad will evaluate the condition of your smile to determine if dental implants are the right solution for your needs. Most patients are candidates for receiving dental implants. If some concerns or issues affect your result, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad offer sinus lifts and bone grafting to re-establish a stable oral foundation for placing implants.

Does dental insurance cover dental implants?

In most cases, traditional dental insurance benefits do not cover the cost of dental implants. However, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad accept payment with Medicare PPO supplemental for implant-related treatments and the placement of implants. The total cost of your implant procedure depends on the location and number of missing teeth.

Our dental care team will provide detailed pricing for your affordable dental implant procedure so you know there are no hidden costs or fees.

Are dental implants painful?

Patients are often happy with their comfort during and after their treatment. The actual dental implant procedure is often less painful than having an extraction. You will likely experience some tenderness and swelling immediately following the procedure, but these symptoms should subside within 2 – 3 days.

I have more than one missing tooth. Can I still use dental implants?

We can use a dental implant to replace one or all of your missing teeth by supporting a denture or over-bridge. If you need the implants to support a denture or over-bridge, Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad may place as few as four dental implants to secure the restoration. This is the All-on-4 dental implant method or implant-supported denture.

How long do dental implants last?

Dental implants can last 20 or more years with good oral hygiene. This includes routine dental visits where Dr. Tapia and Dr. Haddad can monitor the condition of your dental health and your implant, spotting concerns early on. The success rate is very high at 95%.

Do dental implants require special care and maintenance?

No! Dental implants only require the same oral hygiene that you practice every day. Brushing and flossing and visiting the dentist at least twice a year for professional cleanings can help keep the gums and bone healthy to support your dental implant for many years to come.

Can anyone tell if I have a fake tooth or artificial teeth?

Our dental implant specialist uses the most modern dental materials for all dental restorations. Made from high-quality ceramic, your restoration will look and feel like a natural tooth. We will design your dental restoration to blend in precisely with your smile.

Request a Consultation for Dental Implants in Oxnard, CA

Dr. Maria Tapia and Dr. Georgia Haddad are your Oxnard dental implant specialists. Our Oxnard dentistry provides comprehensive implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, affordable dental treatments, and more. Schedule a consultation with our dentist today by calling (805) 278-8887. You can also request an appointment by filling out this online contact form. We look forward to seeing you smile!

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