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Dental Implants · Kensington, San Diego
Kensington residents tend to value quality and straight answers over flash — and that is exactly how we approach dental implants. A well-placed implant can replace a missing tooth so naturally that you forget which one it is, and we will tell you plainly whether an implant is the right choice for your situation before anything is scheduled.
We are about ten minutes away in City Heights, an easy drive down Adams Ave to University Ave. We publish our fees, verify your insurance, and lay out the full cost before treatment — no surprise add-ons, no boutique markup for the address.
From Kensington, take Adams Ave west and connect to University Ave, or drop down to University directly — either way it is about a ten-minute drive. Our office is on University Ave between 52nd and 54th Streets, next to Vien Dong Supermarket, with on-site parking. MTS Route 7 runs along University Ave.
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone, where it fuses with the surrounding bone through a process called osseointegration — the same biological anchoring that holds a natural tooth root in place. Once healed, a custom crown (or bridge, or overdenture) is attached on top, restoring the look, feel, and chewing function of a natural tooth.
Implants matter for more than appearance. When a tooth is lost, the jawbone underneath gradually shrinks because nothing is transmitting chewing force into it — a bridge or removable partial fills the gap you can see but does not stop that bone loss. An implant does, which keeps the surrounding teeth and your facial structure stable over the years.
That said, implants are not the only answer. A bridge can be the practical choice when neighboring teeth already need crowns, and implant-supported dentures solve a different problem for patients missing a full arch. We will walk you through which option fits your anatomy, health, and priorities — with cost and coverage on the table from the start.
Digital X-rays and, when needed, a cone-beam CT scan evaluate your bone volume, gum health, and the position of nerves and sinuses. You leave with a clear picture of whether you are a candidate and what the process involves.
If the tooth is still present, it is extracted. If bone volume is insufficient, a bone graft can rebuild the foundation. Not every case needs this — we will be straight with you about whether it applies to yours.
The titanium post is placed in the jawbone under local anesthesia. Most patients find it more comfortable than they expected, with mild soreness and swelling for a few days afterward.
The implant integrates with the bone over three to six months. Once it is solid, an abutment is attached and a custom crown is fabricated and seated, color-matched to your surrounding teeth.
Curious whether an implant is right for you?
Most healthy adults missing one or more teeth are potential candidates. A consultation is the only way to confirm, because bone volume and oral health are case-specific.
A cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan is often used during planning to map bone volume and nerve position precisely before any surgery.
Kensington — Common Questions
About ten minutes down Adams Ave to City Heights, next to Vien Dong Supermarket. We publish fees, verify insurance, and give you the full picture first. Bilingual staff — hablamos español, nói tiếng Việt.