Dental Implants
Missing teeth can create daily frustrations, affecting everything from your confidence to your ability to eat comfortably. But this doesn't have to be your story. Signature Smiles offers dental implants in Encino to help you reclaim your smile and quality of life.
How Does a Dental Implant Work?
Dental implants are a long-lasting tooth replacement that provides a stable foundation for chewing, speaking, and smiling confidently. By integrating with your jawbone, an implant stops bone loss, protects remaining teeth, and supports facial structure to avoid a sunken or aged appearance.
A dental implant is an innovative tooth replacement consisting of three pieces:
- The Implant Post — An implant is a small screw-like post our periodontist places surgically in the jawbone. Over the next several months, bone and tissue surround and fuse with the post as it heals, known as osseointegration, creating a strong foundation for a replacement tooth, such as a crown, bridge, or denture.
- The Abutment — After implant healing, we attach a small connector called an abutment to the top of the implant post, connecting the implant to the replacement tooth.
- The Restoration — In the final step, we securely attach a custom crown, bridge, or denture to the abutment. Our dental lab customizes your restoration to match the color, shape, and size of surrounding teeth for a seamless, natural-looking result.
Our dental implant team, led by board-certified periodontist Dr. Tina Jung and restorative dentist Dr. Sheila Mahooti, is committed to providing personalized solutions that cater to your needs.
It’s exciting to consider the effects a dental implant will have on your smile and comfort. Signature Smiles of LA is here to ensure the journey getting there is easy and stress-free.