Dental Implant
- Replace missing teeth with natural-looking dental implants. Our Anaheim dental office provides implant placement and restoration to help restore your smile, function, and confidence.
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Implant Components
- A dental implant consists of three main components: the implant fixture, abutment, and implant-supported crown. The titanium implant fixture is placed into the jawbone to replace the tooth root, the abutment connects to the implant, and the custom dental crown restores the visible portion of the missing tooth.
Osseointegration
- After the dental implant fixture is surgically placed into the jawbone, the surrounding bone gradually heals and bonds to the implant surface. This process, called osseointegration, creates a stable foundation for the replacement tooth and typically takes about 4–6 months. Once healing is complete, the implant can be restored with an abutment and custom implant-supported crown.
Dental Implant Products
- We use the Hiossen Implant System for our dental implant procedures. Hiossen offers a wide range of implant sizes and restorative components, allowing us to select the appropriate implant based on each patient’s individual anatomy and treatment needs.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
The cost of dental implants in Anaheim can range from a few thousand to several thousand dollars, depending on the number of teeth being replaced and the procedures needed. Because every patient’s teeth, bone, and anatomy are different, we can provide a more accurate estimate after a dental implant consultation.
For a single missing tooth, treatment typically involves three main components: the dental implant fixture, custom abutment, and implant-supported crown. We use 3D CBCT imaging to evaluate the jawbone and surrounding anatomy when planning dental implant treatment. When indicated, a custom surgical guide is used to help accurately position the implant fixture according to the digital treatment plan.
Additional procedures can affect the overall cost. Depending on the case, treatment may involve a tooth extraction, bone graft or ridge augmentation, crestal sinus lift, or lateral sinus lift. When extraction and ridge augmentation are necessary, we typically allow at least 2 months of healing before placing the implant fixture. Patients replacing multiple teeth may also benefit from an implant-supported bridge, which has a different treatment plan and fee structure.
Because dental implant treatment is customized to each patient, the best way to determine your actual dental implant cost is through a consultation. We can evaluate your specific needs, review your 3D imaging, discuss your treatment options, and provide a detailed breakdown of the recommended procedures and associated fees.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Implants?
PPO dental insurance may help cover the cost of dental implants, but coverage varies significantly between plans. Some PPO plans provide benefits toward implant treatment, while others provide limited or no coverage. Coverage may also differ for the individual parts of treatment, including the implant fixture, abutment, implant crown, bone grafting, and other procedures.
Even when a PPO plan says that dental implants are covered, there may be important limitations and exclusions. One common example is a missing tooth clause, which may exclude coverage for replacing a tooth that was already missing before the insurance policy became effective. Plans may also have waiting periods, annual maximums, deductibles, frequency limitations, and other restrictions that affect how much the insurance company actually pays.
Dental HMO plans and Medi-Cal Dental (Denti-Cal) almost never cover routine dental implant treatment. Limited exceptions may exist, particularly through Medi-Cal Dental for certain qualifying medical circumstances, but most patients should not expect these plans to pay for routine implant replacement of a missing tooth.
Dental insurance can be confusing, and having implant coverage does not necessarily mean the entire treatment will be covered. Our office will help you understand your dental insurance benefits, review your available implant coverage, and discuss your estimated insurance benefits and out-of-pocket costs before treatment.
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