Shoreline Dental Studio places and restores dental implants in Orange County at both our Mission Viejo and San Clemente offices. Our expert, Dr. Nguyen, performs the implant surgery and final restoration in-house, so most patients won’t need to visit a separate specialist. If you’re struggling with missing teeth, book a consultation to find out whether implants are right for you.
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to support a replacement tooth, bridge, or denture. Over time, the implant bonds with the surrounding bone, creating a stable foundation for your new teeth.
You may need a single tooth implant, several implants to replace multiple teeth, or a full-arch restoration. If you’ve been searching for dental implants near me, Shoreline Dental Studio offers surgical and restorative care at both Orange County locations. Your consultation is the first step toward finding the right approach.
Your dental implant consultation includes a one-on-one examination, a CBCT scan, and a review of your treatment options. Using 3D imaging, Dr. Nguyen assesses your jawbone and plans the position of each implant.
We’ll also discuss your dental history, any treatment concerns, and whether you’d prefer additional comfort measures through our sedation dentistry options.
You’ll receive a written treatment plan with a cost estimate, so you know what’s involved before deciding. Most implants can be placed in-house. Complex full-arch cases, extensive bone grafting, or certain medical concerns may require a referral to an oral surgeon.
Dental implant placement typically takes one to two hours, followed by three to six months of healing before the final restoration.
Your CBCT scan helps determine the implant's position, angle, and available bone support before surgery.
Dr. Nguyen places the titanium post into the jawbone under local anesthesia. Sedation is available for patients who need it.
Over the next three to six months, osseointegration allows the implant to bond with the jawbone. You'll receive instructions on how to protect the surgical area during this time.
Once the implant is stable, you'll return for your custom replacement tooth or teeth.
Once your implant has healed, Dr. Nguyen attaches the final restoration using an abutment, which connects the implant to the replacement tooth or teeth.
Depending on your needs, this may be a custom implant crown for one tooth or an implant-supported bridge for several missing teeth. For more extensive tooth loss requiring implant-supported dentures, we refer patients to an oral surgeon who specializes in this type of treatment.
We design each restoration around your existing bite, smile, and facial structure. You can also consider full and partial dentures as another tooth replacement option. We’ll discuss which approach makes sense for your dental health and circumstances.
Dr. Daniel Nguyen completed a surgery and implantology fellowship at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. He has also pursued further surgical training through the International Team for Implantology and the Academy of Osseointegration.
Shoreline Dental Studio’s team includes Members of the International Dental Implant Association.
Dr. Nguyen provides both implant placement and restoration at our Mission Viejo and San Clemente offices. More complex oral surgery or significant bone loss may require care from a trusted specialist.
You may be a good candidate for dental implants if you have healthy gums, adequate bone density, and good general health. Implants can replace a recently extracted tooth or teeth you’ve been missing for years.
However, not everyone is ready for placement immediately.
If you’ve experienced bone loss, you may need a bone graft first. Smoking, active gum disease, and uncontrolled medical conditions can also affect healing and must be assessed before treatment.
When suitable, implants can provide a longer-lasting tooth replacement with less downtime than some other surgeries and a secure bite without relying on removable teeth.
The cost of dental implants in Orange County depends on how many teeth you need to replace, whether you need additional procedures like bone grafting, and the type of final restoration.
A single implant and crown requires a different treatment plan than an implant-supported denture or full-arch restoration.
At your consultation, we’ll explain the recommended treatment and provide a written estimate of the expected costs.
Shoreline Dental Studio also offers several ways to manage treatment expenses:
Learn more about our dental payment plans before your visit. Financing is subject to approval, and insurance coverage varies by plan.
Find out whether dental implants can replace your missing teeth. At your consultation, we’ll assess your oral health, discuss suitable treatments, and provide a written cost estimate.
Choose our Mission Viejo office on La Paz Road or San Clemente office on El Camino Real from the location cards above to reserve your appointment.
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“Best dental experience ever! Everyone is so sweet, caring and incredibly knowledgeable and confident. I was super nervous about going to dentist after not having gone for awhile but as soon as stepped into the studio I felt like I was in good, loving hands and had nothing to worry about! Everyone is so great about creating a calm and friendly experience:) Dr. Livingston is the best!”
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“It’s a friendly, welcoming and stress free environment. From the candle in the reception area to the windows in the treatment rooms looking out on a garden, it feels very non-dentist like, which is actually a good thing. They addressed the issue I had come in for and didn’t try to upsell me on other unnecessary treatments. I actually found a dentist’s office that I like!”
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Dental implant costs depend on the number of teeth being replaced, the type of restoration, and whether you need additional treatment, such as bone grafting. Shoreline Dental Studio provides a customized treatment plan including a written estimate following your consultation. Our team can also review applicable insurance benefits and explain available payment plans before you commit to treatment.
Dental implant surgery generally takes one to two hours. After placement, the jawbone needs approximately three to six months to heal and bond with the implant. Once healing is complete, your dentist attaches the final crown, bridge, or denture. Your total timeline may be longer if you need additional procedures.
You may qualify for dental implants if you have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support them. Treatment can replace one tooth, several teeth or an entire arch. During your consultation, a CBCT scan helps assess your bone density and determine whether implants are suitable or if you need additional treatment first.
Most patients wait about 10 to 12 weeks after a tooth extraction before placing an implant. However, some may qualify for same-day implants if the extraction site and surrounding bone are suitable. The timing depends on your healing progress, bone quality, and oral health, which your dentist will assess during your consultation.
Yes, although dental implant infections are uncommon. Bacteria can affect the gum tissue and surrounding bone, which can threaten the implant if left untreated. If you notice swelling, increasing discomfort, or other unusual symptoms around the implant site, contact Shoreline Dental Studio promptly so we can examine the area.
