Dental Implants in Whittier
Restore your smile with confidence with dental implants at Perfect Smile Dental Group in Whittier.
What are Benefits of a Dental Implants?
- Restore your smile & improves quality of life.
- Prevent facial sagging due to tooth loss.
- Boost your self-esteem and confidence.
- Act, behave and look like natural teeth.
- Restore your ability to chew and ability to speak.
- Prevent jawbone from shrinking due to bone loss.
- Preserve health of nearby teeth, bone and gums.
What is a Dental Implant?
Dental implants are titanium screws anchored in the jawbone to replace a single missing or multiple missing teeth. They are the gold standard of restorative treatments for replacing a single missing tooth or multiple missing teeth. The Advantage of implants is that no neighboring teeth need to be shaved down to restore the missing tooth. They look, feel and act like your natural teeth, thus they allow you to eat, speak and smile with comfort and confidence. Like your natural teeth, they also allow you to have the same bite force to be able to enjoy a nice steak. Unlike dentures, you do not have to take them out for cleaning after a meal or at bedtime.
Are You a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
The best candidates for implants are adults ages of 25-65 with healthy gums and jawbone. Even if you have lost bone in your jaw, you may still be a good candidate for implants. Patients diagnosed with diabetes or gum diseases may be candidates for dental implants, but it will depend on the severity of the diabetes and gums diseases.
Patients under the age of 25 are not good candidates because the development of the jawbone is not complete. Placing implants in young adults that have not completely developed may alter the development of the patients.
Cancer patients that have taken medication that may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw are not good candidates due to high risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Advantages of Dental Implants?
Implants replace a single or multiple missing teeth without affecting adjacent teeth. They act, feel and behave like your natural teeth, so you brush and floss them like your natural teeth. Dental implants are permanently fixed in the jawbone, so they will never pop out like dentures when you speak or eat.
Disadvantages of Dental Implants?
Implants require oral surgery to place the dental implants. Implants require healing time of 3-5 months for the jawbone & dental implant to integrate before a crown can be made for the dental implant. Implants are more expensive than dental bridges.
3 Types of Dental Implant Treatment
- Implant-supported Crown – Single implant can replace a single missing tooth.
- Implant-supported Bridge – 2 or more implants replace multiple missing teeth.
- Overdentures – 2 or more Implants can anchor complete dentures for more retention and prevent slipping.
Implant-supported Crown – Single implant can replace a single missing tooth.
Implant-supported Bridge – 2 or more implants replace multiple missing teeth.
Overdentures – 2 or more Implants can anchor complete dentures for more retention and prevent slipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a good candidate for dental implants?
A good candidate for dental implants is an adult ages of 25-65 with healthy gums and jawbone. Even if you have lost bone in your jaw, you may still be a good candidate for implants.
How much do implants cost?
Total cost for a single implant, abutment & implant crown is about $3500-5000. Other costs to consider include tooth extraction and bone graft, which are not included in the total cost of the single implant, abutment & implant crown.
Does it hurt to get a dental implant?
Advancement in dentistry has made getting dental implants a pain-free process. Local anesthetics are used to ensure patient comfort and a painless dental experience. Patients can experience some soreness and tenderness in the implant site afterwards that can be remedied with over-the-counter pain medications.
How Successful Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants have a success rate of up to 98%.
How long do dental implants actually last?
Dental implants can last for 25 years. With good oral hygiene, they can last a lifetime.
How soon after tooth extraction can you have an implant?
How soon after tooth extraction can you have an implant placed depends on whether there were enough bone and if there were an active infection. If there were no active infection and there were enough bone to support the implant, the implant placement can happen the same day as the extraction. In most cases, the extraction area & bone graft must heal for three to six months before the next step. This time allows the area to heal to ensure this does not cause any complications. If implant placement is delayed for three to six months, a temporary solution to replace your missing tooth or teeth would be a removable partial denture (flipper), until the area is ready for implant placement.
What happens if you have a tooth pulled and don't replace it?
If you have a tooth pulled and don’t replace it, the bone surrounding the extracted tooth will resorb and cause the nearby teeth to shift and lean into the empty space. The opposing tooth will super-erupt (grow longer) into the empty space and hit the other teeth at an odd angle that may cause them to fracture. Bone graft is necessary after a tooth extraction to preserve the bone level at the extraction site. Missing tooth should be replaced with a dental implant or a Bridge to prevent teeth from shifting or super-erupting.
What happens if you don't get an implant after tooth extraction?
If you have a tooth pulled and don’t replace it, the bone surrounding the extracted tooth will resorb and cause the nearby teeth to shift and lean into the empty space. The opposing tooth will super-erupt (grow longer) into the empty space and hit the other teeth at an odd angle that may cause them to fracture. Bone graft is necessary after a tooth extraction to preserve the bone level at the extraction site. Missing tooth should be replaced with a dental implant or a Bridge to prevent teeth from shifting or super-erupting.
How can I cover my missing teeth while waiting for the implant?
While waiting for the implant, patient can use an interim denture (flipper).
What happens if I get a bone graft but not an implant?
Missing tooth should be replaced with a dental implant or a Bridge to prevent teeth from shifting or super-erupting.
R H2024-04-26The staff and Dr. Yang are very professional and friendly. As others have stated Dr. Yang is very thorough and explain every problem you have including photos and further prevention. Very clean office. After endless disappointments at different offices, I am so glad to have come across this dental office. Literally the best dental office I’ve visited in California. Definitely recommend!
Teresita Cerrillo2024-04-18Great experience went to Perfect smile happy satisfied customer Great Western Dental broke my crown incomplete job so I got referred by a friend super happy 😊
nicole mora2024-04-17The staff is so nice, I liked my experience so much that now my whole family goes.
Eddie Lopez2024-04-15So far it has been a good experience at this dentist, been coming here for a few months now and they seem to care about my teeth. They are professional at what they do, so we'll see how it goes after all these procedures I need to get done by them.. Thank you
Ray Guzman2024-04-14Very professional and knowledgeable doctors and staff. Changed my whole outlook on going to the dentist
steve hernandez2024-03-31Great experience here, great customer service and great Dentist!! Across the street from my house a plus!!
sandylou Aparicio2024-03-27This place it's clean and the personal very respectful and the Dr. Yang very professional and nice. I definitely recommend this Clinic ,because I has bad experience with 3 others Dental clinics.
Skylar Pharm2024-03-25This is the best dentist in Whittier! My first impression is that the office is nice and very clean. It is a modern dental clinic, they have the latest technology. The staff is professional and friendly. They brought me in right away. Dr. Yang is very thorough and professional. He explains everything to me and answers all my questions. He also gives me advice on how to take better care of my teeth at home. I had a crown done. I absolutely love it. The dental crown looks very nice and natural. I got a lot of compliments from my friends. The appointments were painless, they made me feel comfortable. I was very impressed with the doctor and his staff. I’d definitely recommend this place. I had a great experience and will be back for my dental implant.
Heang La2024-03-25Due to severe grinding, many of my teeth have problems. I hesitated going to the dentist for many years. My main reason for coming to the dentist was that my dental bridge broke. When I came to see Dr. Yang, his office was clean, welcoming and professional. The staff was really friendly. Dr. Yang was very through during the exam. He took photos of my teeth and showed me on the X-rays where I had cavities and where I needed to have dental crowns to prevent my teeth from breaking. He told me I need a night guard to protect my teeth from breaking when I grind my teeth when I am sleeping. I was very impressed with his attention to details. He took his time in explaining and answering all my questions. I don’t think I have had a dentist that cared enough to take the time to explain everything so I can understand what was going on in my mouth. I had the best cleaning. My teeth never felt so clean before! I have been coming here for my dental needs and have been very happy with their customer service that I decided to stay with this dentist for my dental implants. I highly recommend this office!
Heang L.2024-03-25I found this dentist when I was searching for a Dentist in Whittier. Due to severe grinding, most of my teeth have problems. I hesitated going to the dentist for years until my dental bridge broke. When I came to see Dr. Yang, his office was clean, welcoming and professional. The staff was really friendly. Dr. Yang was very through during the exam. He took photos of my teeth and showed me on the X-rays where I had cavities and where I needed to have dental crowns to prevent my teeth from breaking. He also told me I needed a night guard to protect my teeth from breaking when I grind my teeth when I am sleeping. I was very impressed with his attention to details. He took his time in explaining and answering all my questions. I don't think I have had a dentist that cared enough to take the time to explain everything so I can understand what was going on in my mouth. I had the best cleaning. My teeth never felt so clean before! I have been coming here for my dental needs and have been very happy with their customer service that I decided to stay with this dentist for my dental implants. I highly recommend this office!
luis s.2024-03-05Recently went saturday 3/2/2024 to get a tooth extracted from the minute I called towards the end of getting tooth removed front desk & dentist showed professionalism. Gave a fair price friendly environment also made some recommendations worth knowing!
Joe G.2023-11-05I had a pleasant no pain experience at this dentist. Very easy to set up appointment everyone was real nice. Highly recommended.
Elizabeth M.2023-10-14I have nothing but positive things to say about this dental clinic. They saw me as soon as possible when I broke my filling and tooth and wasted no time in getting me prepped and ready for a crown. Dr. Yang is amazing. I feel very comfortable with him and his staff. He always makes sure I'm alright and not in pain before proceeding with the next step and explains everything thoroughly. I'm very happy I found him and his clinic. I couldn't ask for a better team. I definitely recommend him. 10/10 best dentist!
Gilbert P.2023-10-14I cannot say enough good things about this office. Dr. Yen is a master of his craft, i have complete confidence in his ability. I hadn't had dental check in 15 plus years and he found all my problems. I will be returning to him to address them in the near future. The front desk cleric Magdalena (hope this is correct spelling) is very knowledgeable, she will guild you thru the process with ease. It never good news to be told you need dental work, but she makes it as easy as possible. I will update this after my dental work is done and fully recovered. Furthermore, they give you an easy-to-understand paperwork detailing everything just be sure to double check the back page. I know I'm forgetting something it will be in the next update.
Sandylou A.2023-09-23Esta es una Clinica que Yo recomiendo ,toda mi familia se movió aquí por las malas experiencias en 3 Clinicas Dentales. El Dr.Yang es muy profesional y honesto y su Personal de Enfrente y Atrás son muy amables y la clínica muy limpia , Gracias a Perfect Smile Dental Group por ser muy buenos con migo y mi Familia
Bernard D.2023-08-24I developed a toothache right before my first vacation in 10 years. They were open on Saturday and took me in, took care of the problem and saved my vacation. They explain everything, take pictures and show you what's going on. There is a lot of attention to detail. Very personable and professional too. I recommend this place.V 2.2023-06-08Professional, friendly staff, extremely clean and well kept office. A friend of mine recommended this office to me. I'm a very picky person and they definitely met my high expectations. Highly recommended!K R.2023-06-08Went to Perfect Smile for a teeth cleaning. They were very professional and friendly, and the office is very nice and clean. Will be going back!
Iris K.2023-05-27Dr. Yang and the staff are so nice and helpful. The office is very clean and organized. Dr. Yang is very thorough and explains exactly what the problem is and how to prevent/treat them. I love that they are not pushy with any treatments unlike other dental offices...Thank you so much for making my teeth healthy again!