Frequently Asked Questions

A Dental Implant is a prosthetic device that is used as replacement for lost, broken, or missing teeth. The implant consists of three parts. First is the titanium or ceramic post that heals into the jaw naturally that will anchor your replacement tooth. Second is the abutment which connects the crown or tooth to the implant post. Third, is the tooth crown itself which looks, feels, and functions like a real tooth.

Dental Implants will provide patients with the most “real” feel and function of a tooth. It is one of the strongest replacement options and helps maintain valuable jawbone for the long term. It is arguably the most predictable and best replacement for a single missing tooth or multiple teeth. It is also the most conservative option because we do not modify the teeth next to the implant as we do with a bridge or partial.

We believe that guided surgery is an important key to long term success. An important factor of implant success is the position of the implant in respect to your future tooth. Guided implant surgery utilizes custom fabricated surgical guides that help us better predict the precise location of your implant based on the future position of your teeth. In short we design your tooth replacement in the perfect position and then decide the location of the implant and make a guide that allows us to place the implant right where we want it. The use of a surgical guide helps us do this more precisely and predictably. It’s also safer and shortens the amount of time that you’re in the office.

Dental implant cost typically depends on how many teeth and how many parts of the implant we need to customize. In short the cost could be as little as $2000 for a single tooth (without insurance). If you need a complete set of top or bottom teeth and/or extractions of your current teeth the cost is typically around $10,000 and up. The cost will be dependent on how many implants we need and a number of different factors. Discounts may apply and you should contact your dental insurance company for any possible benefits which could lower your cost.

Implants usually take 3-4 months to heal before we can attach a tooth to an implant. The implant will be under the gums during this time. If this is a front tooth we will also need to fabricate a healing retainer so that you don’t have to go without your tooth! If you need a tooth removed before the implant we typically need an additional 3-4 months of healing.

Most patients are candidates for dental implants. We have a variety of implant options that can fit most anyone’s needs. That includes traditional dental implants, zygomatic and pterygoid implants. To determine the most appropriate solution we recommend a CT scan of your bone to pick the best location.

At Florida Digital Implants your trained general dentist will design and place your ideal implant. Typically we do not need to refer you to another office unless that is your preference as the patient or decide it is a safer alternative given your medical history or dental needs.

This is dependent specifically on your dental and medical plan. The best advice is to call your insurance company and ask, but we are also happy to do it on your behalf! Note: Most dental insurance companies’ maximum contribution will be around $1000 to $2500.

Dental implants function, feel, and look like real teeth. We also suggested you maintain them just like your real teeth. Daily brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups are recommended.