Dental Implants

Missing teeth can affect your ability to chew, speak, and maintain a complete smile. Dental implants replace missing teeth by placing a small post in the jawbone that supports a dental restoration such as a crown, bridge, or denture.

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At MacArthur Dental Arts in Irvine, CA, dental implants are used to replace individual missing teeth as well as multiple missing teeth, and the practice also offers full mouth dental implants and All-on-4 implants for patients who need more extensive tooth replacement.

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Implant Options at MacArthur Dental Arts

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• Single-tooth dental implants to replace one missing tooth
• Multiple dental implants supporting individual restorations or a bridge
• Full mouth dental implants for extensive tooth loss
• All-on-4 implants supporting a full-arch restoration

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Your dentist can determine which option may be appropriate after evaluating your oral health, gum condition, and available jawbone.

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The Dental Implant Process

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Treatment typically begins with a consultation and dental X-rays or 3D imaging to evaluate your jawbone and plan implant placement. If a damaged tooth needs to be removed, or if bone grafting or a sinus lift is needed to build up supporting bone, that preparatory treatment is completed first. The implant is then surgically placed and given time to integrate with the surrounding bone before your custom crown, bridge, or denture is attached to complete the restoration.

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Caring for Your Dental Implants

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Implants require the same ongoing care as your natural teeth, including regular brushing, cleaning around the restoration, and routine dental checkups. Reporting any unusual discomfort, swelling, or changes around an implant to our team helps us monitor its health over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Are dental implants permanent?

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Dental implants are designed to provide long-term tooth replacement, though their longevity depends on your oral hygiene, gum health, and regular dental maintenance.

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Can dental implants replace multiple missing teeth?

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Yes. Multiple implants can support individual crowns, a bridge, a denture, or another implant-supported restoration, depending on your treatment needs.

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Can I get dental implants if I have bone loss?

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Possibly. Some patients with insufficient bone may need bone grafting or a sinus lift before implant placement, which your dentist can evaluate with imaging.

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What is All-on-4?

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All-on-4 is an implant-supported treatment approach that uses four dental implants to support a full-arch restoration in appropriate cases.

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Are dental implants painful?

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Implant placement is performed using local anesthesia, and sedation may be available for appropriate patients. Some soreness can occur afterward, and your dentist will provide aftercare instructions.

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Does dental insurance cover implants?

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Coverage varies by plan. Some plans provide benefits toward certain portions of implant treatment, while others have limitations, so we're happy to discuss your coverage with you.

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Schedule a Consultation

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Contact MacArthur Dental Arts at (949) 251-8544 to schedule a dental implant consultation and learn which tooth replacement option may be right for you.