One missing tooth
An implant-supported crown replaces a single tooth without preparing neighboring teeth to support a conventional bridge.
About the crown ↗REPLACE MISSING TEETH
Dental implants
in Thousand Oaks.
A replacement tooth.
A plan from the foundation up.
Explore dental implants at Lombard Dental Studio with Dr. Vadim Lebovich. Understand the surgical placement, replacement teeth, healing stages, and costs before deciding on treatment.
WHAT IS A DENTAL IMPLANT?
The support below.
The tooth above.
A dental implant is a post placed in the jaw to support replacement teeth. For a single tooth, the treatment typically includes three parts: the implant, a connecting abutment, and a custom crown.
The implant is usually titanium. Bone heals around it before the final restoration is attached, although selected cases follow a different schedule.
Ask about the material and design of both the implant and the restoration. Keep a record of the implant brand and model for future care.
Several missing teeth
Implants may support a bridge or help retain a removable denture. Discuss fixed and removable designs, space, stability, and cleaning access.
Explore dentures ↗A full arch of teeth
All-on-4 and All-on-8 are full-arch options offered at our studio. Your assessment determines the support and restoration appropriate for your case.
ARE YOU A CANDIDATE?
Your gums, bone,
and health come first.
Candidacy starts with an examination, appropriate imaging, and your medical history. Age alone does not rule out treatment once jaw growth is complete.
- Bone: assess the space and support available for the implant.
- Gums: treat active gum disease and establish a cleaning plan.
- Smoking: discuss its effect on healing and how to reduce risk.
- Medical conditions: review diabetes control and other factors affecting surgery or recovery.
- Medications: share a complete list, including bisphosphonates and other bone-related medicines. Do not stop medication without advice from your prescriber.
THE PROCESS, STEP BY STEP
A staged treatment.
A timeline you can follow.
Allow approximately four to nine months for single-implant treatment as a broad planning guide. Grafting, healing, and individual needs may extend it. Your consultation sets out the expected stages.
Consultation & planning
Review your teeth, gums, health history, and goals. A cone-beam 3D scan helps assess bone and nearby structures. Discuss the replacement tooth, preparatory care, timeline, and written estimate.
Prepare the site, if needed
An extraction, bone graft, or sinus lift may be part of the plan. Some procedures can be combined; others need a separate healing period. Graft healing can add several months.
Place the implant
The implant is placed in the jaw under local anesthesia. Procedure time depends on the number of implants and any additional surgery. Discuss anxiety, available comfort measures, and recovery arrangements in advance.
Allow healing & integration
Bone heals around the implant. This stage commonly takes several months; our planning guide allows roughly three to six months, adjusted to your site. Discuss a temporary tooth and how to protect the area.
Fit the final replacement tooth
When ready, an iTero digital scan helps plan the custom crown. The restoration is fitted and the bite reviewed. For a bridge or full arch, the final teeth and fitting stages differ from a single crown.
YOUR CARE AT LOMBARD DENTAL STUDIO
From implant placement
to the final crown.
Dr. Vadim Lebovich performs both the surgical placement and the final crown restoration at our studio. Your plan considers how the implant will support the tooth you ultimately use.
Bring your priorities, previous records, and questions. Discuss any circumstances that require additional care or a referral.
Meet Dr. Vadim Lebovich ↗DENTAL IMPLANT COSTS IN THOUSAND OAKS
Published ranges.
A written estimate for you.
Use these indicative ranges as a starting point. Your actual cost depends on the site, number of teeth, preparatory procedures, and restoration. A written estimate is required before scheduling treatment.
| Treatment | Range |
|---|---|
| Single implant, abutment & crown | $3,500–$5,500 |
| Bone graft, if needed | $600–$1,200 |
| Sinus lift, if needed | $1,500–$2,500 |
| All-on-4 · per arch | $22,000–$30,000 |
| All-on-8 · per arch | $30,000–$40,000 |
These ranges are not a personal quote. Ask your written estimate to identify extractions, grafting, imaging, temporary teeth, final materials, and follow-up, including which items are included or charged separately.
Insurance & payment
We work with PPO plans as an out-of-network provider and file claims. Any reimbursement depends on your plan’s benefits and out-of-network rules; coverage is not guaranteed.
We do not accept HMO, DMO, or Medi-Cal plans. Confirm your benefits, annual limits, and expected personal costs before treatment.
Membership is not insurance. Review its terms and applicable benefits separately from your implant estimate.
IMPLANTS, BRIDGES & DENTURES
Compare the tradeoffs.
Choose for your situation.
Implants are one option, rather than the right answer for every missing tooth. Compare treatment requirements and future care alongside the upfront cost.
Implant-supported teeth
Require surgery, suitable support, and healing. A single implant crown does not rely on neighboring teeth. Implants can help preserve bone, but do not eliminate the possibility of bone loss or future maintenance.
Conventional bridge
A fixed replacement supported by neighboring teeth, which usually need preparation. It may be reasonable when those teeth already need restoration. Cleaning under the replacement tooth is important.
Removable denture
Can replace several or all teeth without implant surgery. Fit, movement, adaptation, and adjustments need discussion. Some dentures can also use implants for retention.
There is no universal lifespan or long-term cost ranking. Compare your proposed designs, maintenance, and likely replacement needs.
HEALING & LONG-TERM CARE
The replacement tooth
still needs attention.
Follow the instructions for your procedure and attend planned reviews. Ask which changes need a prompt call.
Protect the healing site
Follow your specific instructions for food, cleaning, activity, and medicines. Recovery depends on the surgery; do not assume a fixed next-day return to work.
Clean around the restoration
Learn how to clean around the implant and beneath any bridge or full-arch teeth. Home care and professional maintenance help protect the surrounding tissues.
Watch for changes
Bleeding, swelling, discomfort, or looseness deserve assessment. Peri-implant disease can affect the tissues and bone around an implant, even though the implant itself cannot develop a cavity.
Understand the risks
Discuss infection, failure to integrate, injury to nearby structures, and restoration problems before surgery. Your individual risks and alternatives belong in the treatment conversation.
ALREADY HAVE A TREATMENT PLAN?
A second opinion.
More clarity before you decide.
Bring the proposed plan, estimate, and available X-rays. Dr. Lebovich can review the recommendation and discuss alternatives. We offer a free second-opinion consultation. Confirm any separate imaging or treatment fees when booking.
Explore a free second opinion ↗BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Your dental
implant questions.
Bring your questions about healing, temporary teeth, maintenance, and costs. Your examination turns general information into a personal plan.
How painful is getting a dental implant?
Local anesthesia is used to numb the treatment area. Soreness and swelling can occur afterward, and recovery varies with the procedure. Follow your personal pain-control instructions; ask about returning to work and comfort options before treatment.
How long do dental implants last?
Implants can serve for many years, but there is no guaranteed lifespan. The supporting implant and the crown or other restoration have different maintenance needs. Wear, tissue health, bite forces, and daily care affect future repair or replacement.
Can I get an implant and a tooth on the same day?
Sometimes. Immediate placement means placing the implant at extraction; immediate loading means attaching a restoration soon afterward. These are separate decisions. A same-day tooth may be temporary, and the final restoration usually follows the appropriate healing and review stages.
Will I have a gap while the implant heals?
Discuss temporary replacement options before treatment, especially for a visible tooth. The available option depends on the site and the need to protect the healing implant. A temporary tooth is not necessarily attached directly to the implant.
Can I get implants if I do not have enough bone?
Bone grafting or a sinus lift may make treatment possible in some cases. Suitability depends on the location, remaining bone, health, and proposed restoration. Bring previous imaging for review rather than assuming grafting will always solve the problem.
Am I too old for dental implants?
Age alone does not determine candidacy. Overall health, healing capacity, oral hygiene, and the jaw and gum condition matter. For younger patients, jaw growth must be considered before treatment.
Can I have implants if I smoke or have diabetes?
Smoking and poorly controlled diabetes can affect healing and outcomes. Share your health history and discuss risk reduction with your dental and medical teams. Your treatment plan may need preparation or modification before surgery.
What happens if an implant fails or becomes loose?
Contact the treating dentist for assessment. The problem may involve the implant, the restoration, or surrounding tissues. Management can include repair, treatment of inflammation, or removal; a replacement implant is a separate decision after evaluating the cause and site.
Do dental implants set off airport metal detectors?
Dental implants do not usually trigger airport screening alarms. Tell screening staff about your implant if asked. For medical imaging such as MRI, tell the imaging team and provide implant identification details when available.
Do you provide All-on-4 and All-on-8?
Lombard Dental Studio provides All-on-4 and All-on-8 treatment. These are full-arch plans, rather than the price or process for a single replacement tooth. The implant number, temporary teeth, final restoration, and cleaning access should be discussed individually.
Does insurance cover dental implants?
Benefits vary by plan and may include exclusions, annual limits, waiting periods, and separate rules for each treatment stage. We work with PPO plans as an out-of-network provider and file claims. Confirm your expected benefits and personal costs before treatment.
Can an implant get a cavity?
The implant and replacement tooth do not develop decay like a natural tooth, but the surrounding tissues can develop inflammation and bone loss. Adjacent natural teeth can still develop cavities, so cleaning and professional follow-up remain important.
LOOKING AHEAD
Plan for everyday comfort.
Keep caring for your smile.
Discuss how your replacement teeth will fit into daily life, from eating and cleaning to regular dental visits. A clear plan includes both treatment and the care that follows.
Talk with our team · 805-495-2431YOUR NEXT STEP
Let’s discuss the teeth
you want to replace.
Visit Lombard Dental Studio in Thousand Oaks to compare implant treatment and alternatives, review the stages, and understand your estimate.
Visit our studio
245 Lombard St
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Monday–Friday · 10 am–5 pm
Contact & directions ↗Further reading: ADA: dental implants · FDA: what to know · AAP: implant procedures · AAP: peri-implant diseases
