A dental implant is a small titanium post that’s surgically placed into your jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Once it heals, we attach a custom-made crown on top — giving you a fully functional, natural-looking tooth that doesn’t shift, doesn’t rely on neighboring teeth, and doesn’t come out at night.

Our in-house oral surgeon handles the surgical placement, and Dr. Gold or Dr. Muniz completes the restoration. No switching offices, no miscommunication between providers, no extra trips across the city.

What dental implants replace:

• A single missing tooth
• Multiple missing teeth (implant-supported bridge)
• A full arch of teeth (All-on-4 or implant-supported dentures)

Why patients choose implants over other options:

• Look and feel natural — Most patients forget which tooth is the implant
• Preserve your jawbone — Prevents the bone loss that comes with missing teeth
• Don’t damage neighboring teeth — Unlike bridges, which rely on grinding down healthy teeth
• Last a lifetime — With good care, implants can last 25+ years
• Eat anything — Full chewing function restored

What to expect:

1. Consultation and 3D imaging to evaluate bone health
2. Bone grafting if needed (adds 3–6 months to timeline)
3. Surgical placement of the implant (~1 hour, local anesthesia)
4. Healing phase (3–6 months for osseointegration)
5. Custom crown placement — your new tooth is complete