Dental Implants

Dental implants are the most natural-looking and natural-functioning replacement for a missing tooth. Unlike dentures, implants don’t slip or click on daily activities like laughing, talking, or eating. 

When compared to the cost of dentures or bridges, you might not see the big difference you expect. Dr. Gill performs the entire dental implant procedure here in our Elk Grove dental office, including any additional necessary treatments such as bone grafting or sinus lifts that make dental implants possible for patients with bone loss.

Implants help in maintaining healthy jawbone, hence keeping the facial structure intact. They also hold your healthy teeth in place by preventing the shifting and tilting that are common when you leave a gap in your smile.

Many more insurance companies are recognizing the long-term benefits of dental implants, and while it is unlikely they will completely cover the dental implant procedure, you may receive some benefits when choosing this tooth-replacement option.

We also offer patient financing to help spread the costs of dental implant treatment over time. We will help you find a solution to achieve the healthy, attractive smile you want – even when facing tooth loss.

Call our Elk Grove dental office to learn more about dental implants or to schedule an evaluation with Dr. Pritpal Gill at Oak Tree Dentistry.

Dr. Pritpal Gill started Oak Tree Dentistry with our Elk Grove location and added our Lodi location to serve another community in need of high-quality, gentle dentistry for patients of all ages.

Because of our location, we are honored to serve many senior and elderly patients. We believe having good oral health care as you age is part of vitality and longevity. It is an important aspect of overall wellness for the wisest members of our community. We offer everything from gum treatments to dental implants and everything in between.

Dental care is important for every stage of life because having healthy teeth and gums means that you face fewer dietary restrictions due to pain or tooth loss. Being able to eat crunchy vegetables, healthy proteins, and heart-healthy grains with friends and family supports not only good health, but also good times.

If you require dentures, we offer everything from complete dentures to partial dentures and even implant-supported dentures for additional stability when you laugh and eat.

Our Lodi dental office is located near the intersection of S Sacramento Rd and W Lodi Ave near Woodbridge Ecological Reserve and Micke Road Zoo. We welcome patients from Lodi, Woodbridge, Armstrong, and nearby communities.

We look forward to meeting you and your family and welcoming you to your new dental home.

Probably. Dental implants are the gold standard and will work for most healthy patients. At Oak Tree Dentistry, we perform a complete dental exam to determine if your oral health will support dental implant treatment. 

Oral evaluations include:

• An oral cancer screening
• A tooth-by-tooth exam
• A periodontal (gum) evaluation
• Measurement of bone levels and sinus locations
• A bite evaluation

We will also do a complete medical history review because certain medications, like bisphosphonates for osteoporosis, can interfere with how your jawbone heals after implant placement. If you choose dental implants to replace missing teeth, we want to ensure your success.

• We take 3-D images of the teeth and bone levels
• We take x-rays and digital images
• We discuss all of your options with you

Why Choose Oak Tree Dentistry in Lodi or Elk Grove for Dental Implants

If you decide to proceed, Dr. Gill uses 3-D guided images to surgically place the dental implant in the ideal location. We then allow the dental implant to heal and integrate with your natural bone before placing a dental implant restoration, such as a crown or denture atop the dental implant.

Dr. Gill will guide you every step of the way, from planning to treatment and aftercare. We can’t wait to help you restore your smile!

Yes, you can. There are no dietary restrictions with dental implants or food textures you should avoid. Dental implants are really like a do-over for your smile and oral function.

Dental implants can significantly aid in nutrition by allowing you to indulge in crunchier foods like carrot sticks, celery, and even certain foods that may be difficult to navigate with dentures—for example, specific types of berries.

How Dental Implants Work

Dental implants replace your lost tooth and root. This means a full anatomy replacement, which is why implants are lasting and functional.

Your Lodi or Elk Grove dentist places your tooth root surgically. The root then integrates with the bone (just like natural tooth roots). After healing and full integration, your dentist caps the implant with a dental crown.

If you have significant tooth loss, you can also talk to our implant dentist about implant-retained dentures. We use up to six implants to secure each arch.

After treatment, there are no special measures. Treat your implants like biological teeth—brush them, floss them, and continue to visit your dentist every six months.

Contact Us for Dental Implants in Elk Grove or Lodi

If you’re ready to schedule your dental implant assessment, a friendly team member is standing by to get you started.