Frequently Asked Questions

A dental implant is a medical-grade titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone to act as an artificial tooth root. Once it fuses with the bone (a process called osseointegration), a custom crown, denture, or full arch is attached on top. The result looks, feels, and functions exactly like a natural tooth.

Dentures and bridges sit on top of the gum and do nothing to replace the tooth root. This means the underlying jawbone begins to shrink, causing discomfort, poor fit, facial sagging, and a prematurely aged appearance over time. Dental implants replace the root itself — stopping bone loss entirely. Implants also don't slip, don't require adhesives, and can last 20–40+ years vs. 7–10 years for dentures or bridges.

Most healthy adults are candidates for dental implants. The main requirements are sufficient jawbone density and good overall health. Even patients with bone loss may qualify — we offer zygomatic implants (anchored to the cheekbone) for patients who have been told they lack sufficient jaw bone. The best way to find out is a free consultation with Dr. Oz, where we'll take a 3D scan and give you a clear answer.

Patients with insufficient jawbone have two options: (1) a bone graft procedure to rebuild bone before implant placement, or (2) zygomatic implants, which are anchored in the cheekbone rather than the jaw. Dr. Oz performs zygomatic implants, which are not offered at every practice — so patients told elsewhere that they are not candidates may still qualify here.

The titanium post typically lasts a lifetime when properly cared for. Crowns and prosthetics may require replacement at some point, but far less frequently than dentures or bridges (which need replacement every 7–10 years). With regular cleanings and proper oral hygiene, most implant patients enjoy their results for 20–40+ years.

No. We offer sedation for the procedure — you will not feel anything during surgery. Post-operative soreness is normal and manageable with prescription pain medication. Most patients are genuinely surprised by how comfortable the experience is. The majority return to their regular activities within 2–5 days.

No — they describe different things. The Malo Bridge is the prosthesis: a milled titanium thimble bar carrying individually mounted crowns, named for Dr. Paulo Maló, who developed the technique. All-on-4 is the implant protocol underneath it — Nobel Biocare’s trademarked four-implant concept, where angling the back implants uses denser bone at the front of the jaw and usually avoids a bone graft. We place four to six implants depending on what your bone supports; on five or six it is strictly All-on-X rather than All-on-4. If you are weighing materials, see our full Malo bridge and zirconia comparison.

For most patients: Day 1 is the free consultation and 3D imaging. Surgery takes 1–3 hours. Recovery takes 2–5 days before returning to work. Osseointegration (bone fusion) takes 4–6 months. Final crown or prosthesis placement is the last step.

Published 10-year survival is about 96% — 96.4% (95% CI 95.2–97.5) across 18 studies in a 2019 systematic review, or 93.2% on the more conservative missing-data analysis, and 91.5% in patients aged 65 and over.[1] Looking further out, a 2024 meta-analysis of 20-year data found roughly four in five implants still in service.[2] Innate Dental Solutions has placed more than 2,000 implants. Success is highest in non-smokers with good oral hygiene who keep their maintenance appointments.

We specialize exclusively in dental implants — we don't offer general dentistry, cleanings, or other services. This means every investment we make — in technology, training, and systems — goes entirely toward implant efficiency and quality. Our high patient volume allows us to operate at significantly lower overhead without compromising on materials, technique, or results.

Yes. When we quote you a price, it includes everything: consultation, 3D imaging, surgery, sedation, extractions, abutments, and your final crown or prosthesis. For a single tooth, the implant placement is $2,100 and the complete implant-and-crown price is $4,000. We do not add costs after the fact. The price we give you is the price you pay.

We work with Proceed, Lending Club, Cherry, CareCredit, Covered Care, and several other lenders. Terms are available up to 120 months (10 years), with payments as low as $100/month for a single implant. Most patients are approved same-day. Approval is subject to credit review. Ask us about your options at your free consultation.

Under IRS Topic No. 502, dental implants are generally deductible as a medical expense in the tax year you pay, provided your total medical expenses exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income. We recommend speaking with a qualified tax professional to confirm your eligibility. We can provide itemized invoices to support your tax filing.

Stick to soft foods for 1–2 weeks: yogurt, smoothies, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, soup, pudding, and soft fish. Avoid anything hard, crunchy, chewy, or spicy. After healing is confirmed, you can gradually return to a normal diet. With a permanent fixed arch or Malo Bridge, you'll eventually be able to eat virtually anything.

Implants are cared for just like natural teeth — brush twice daily, floss (or use a water flosser), and attend bi-annual professional cleanings. There is no special maintenance required. Snap-on dentures should be removed nightly for cleaning. Fixed arches and single crowns stay in and are brushed in place.

Implant success is highly dependent on patient compliance, so we don't advertise a blanket warranty against implant failure. Osseointegration — the implant fusing with your jawbone — is affected by your hygiene, overall health, smoking, periodontal (gum) disease, and certain medications. We set honest expectations and partner with you to protect the result. Our written warranties cover the prosthesis itself against cracks or chips, scaled to the material — lifetime on the zirconia Malo Bridge, 5 years on the PMMA or nanoceramic fixed arch, and 1 year on the snap-on prosthesis (full terms) — not ordinary wear and tear, integration complications, or other implant failure.