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Single-Tooth Implant in Garden Grove

Replace one missing tooth with an implant and crown that blends in so well you'll forget which one it is.

A single-tooth implant replaces both the root (a titanium post) and the crown of a missing tooth. Unlike a bridge, it doesn't touch the healthy teeth next door, and it stops the bone loss that follows a missing tooth. Placed and restored by Dr. Tan Khuu in Garden Grove.

What happens

  • Consult & 3D scan — confirm the site is ready (or plan a graft if the tooth has been gone a while).
  • Placement — a short, precise procedure under local anesthetic.
  • Healing — the implant fuses with the bone over a few months.
  • Your crown — custom-shaded by our trusted lab partner to match your smile, then attached.

[DRAFT — Dr. Khuu to review specifics: same-day temporaries for front teeth? healing times?]

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Implant or bridge for one missing tooth?

An implant doesn't grind down the neighboring teeth, preserves bone, and typically outlasts a bridge — but a bridge can be faster and initially cheaper. See our bridges vs. implants comparison, or ask at your consultation.

Will the new tooth match my others?

The crown is custom-shaded and shaped by the lab to blend with your natural teeth.

How long can I wait after losing a tooth?

Sooner is easier — bone shrinks after a tooth is lost. But even long-gone teeth can usually be replaced with grafting first if needed.

Not sure which option fits? Ask.

A free consultation with a 3D scan gets you a real answer and an honest, all-in quote — no pressure.

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