Dental Implants in Sacramento

A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. The implant sits in the jawbone, an abutment connects to it, and a custom crown forms the tooth you see and use. This separates it from a conventional bridge, which is supported by neighboring teeth, and a removable partial denture, which you take out to clean.

An implant may be worth considering when you want a fixed replacement without preparing neighboring teeth for bridge crowns. It also involves surgery, healing and ongoing maintenance. At Dental Krafts in Sacramento, Dr. Neha Sharma evaluates the missing-tooth site before recommending a treatment path.

The assessment considers the supporting bone, gum health, bite and medical history. Tell the team about tobacco use, diabetes, medications and previous problems healing after surgery. These details can affect the plan and the likelihood of complications; age alone does not decide suitability. Digital intraoral scanners and CBCT imaging are available at Dental Krafts. Dr. Neha Sharma determines which records are appropriate for your treatment plan. Ask whether the required imaging is included in your written estimate.

A tooth that is still present needs its own assessment before removal. Ask whether it can be predictably restored and how saving it compares with extraction and replacement. If the tooth is already missing, bring any previous records and describe how the space affects chewing, comfort or appearance.

An implant can restore a chewing surface and fill the gap in your smile, but complications are possible. These include infection, failure to heal securely, damage to nearby structures and later loosening of a component. Your dentist should explain the risks relevant to the specific site.

Brush and clean around the implant as instructed and attend ongoing dental visits. An implant is not a maintenance-free replacement. Contact the office promptly if it becomes painful or feels loose. Keep a record of the implant system used so future providers can identify its components.

If surgery, healing time or the proposed cost does not fit your needs, compare a dental bridge or removable partial denture. The condition of neighboring teeth and the number of missing teeth influence those choices.

The offer includes implant placement and abutment, the final implant crown, extraction and necessary bone grafting if needed for that implant site, and a free implant consultation. It is for one dental implant and its restoration. Suitability is determined by clinical evaluation; this is not a full-arch or full-mouth price.

Request a written estimate clarifying any imaging, temporary tooth, follow-up and future maintenance charges. These questions do not add services to the offer. Our implant estimate guide can help you compare proposals with the same scope of care.