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Finesse Dental · Rancho Cucamonga

Dental implants in Rancho Cucamonga

Replace a missing tooth
without touching the others.

An implant is a small titanium post placed into the jawbone to take the place of a tooth root. Once it has healed, a connector and a crown go on top. It replaces the tooth on its own — the teeth either side are left alone, which is the main thing that separates it from a bridge.

  • Cone-beam 3D imaging before planning
  • Planned on your own bone, not a guess
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Missing a tooth and weighing up the options? That’s exactly what a consultation is for.

Rancho Cucamonga, Alta Loma, Upland and Ontario · caring for RC since 2004

Cone-beam 3D imaging on siteThe plan is based on your actual bone
One dentist, start to finishDr. Moqattash plans your treatment
Honest about suitabilityNot everyone is a candidate, and we will say so
Costs explained upfrontCareCredit available

The part worth understanding

An implant is
three separate parts.

People use "implant" to mean the whole tooth, which makes costs and timelines confusing. There are three pieces. The implant itself is the post placed in the bone. The abutment is the connector that sits on top of it. The crown is the visible tooth attached to that. They are placed at different stages, and they are usually costed separately — so when you are comparing prices anywhere, it is worth asking exactly which parts a quoted figure includes.

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Why replace it at all

What a gap
does over time.

A missing back tooth is easy to live with at first. The reasons to replace it are mostly about what happens next.

Neighbouring teeth driftTeeth either side of a gap can tilt into the space, and the opposing tooth can over-erupt, which changes how your bite meets.
Bone changes where the root wasThe bone that held the root is no longer being loaded and tends to reduce over time. That can affect what is possible later.
Chewing shifts to other teethThe remaining teeth take more load than they were designed for, which can accelerate wear or cracking.
Front teeth and confidenceA visible gap is a different conversation from a back one, and there is nothing unreasonable about wanting it dealt with.
Several missing teethMultiple gaps, or a full arch, open different options — implant-supported bridges and dentures among them.
A tooth that is about to come outIf an extraction is planned, it is worth discussing replacement beforehand. Options can be affected by what happens at the time of removal.

Not sure whether to replace it or leave it? A fair question, and the honest answer depends on which tooth and what your bite is doing. We will give you a straight view rather than an automatic yes.

Options & suitability

Implants, bridges
and dentures.

Implants are the focus of this page, but they are not the only answer and not everyone is a candidate.

Implants replace a tooth without involving the neighbours, and need enough healthy bone to support the post. Where there is not enough, bone grafting is sometimes possible — that is assessed case by case, not promised in advance.

Bridges are usually quicker and avoid surgery, but involve preparing the teeth either side. See crowns and bridges.

Dentures and full mouth options, including implant-supported dentures and porcelain bridges, suit larger numbers of missing teeth. The clinic also offers All-on-4 full-arch treatment — ask about it at the consultation, including what is fitted on the day and what comes later, because those are not the same thing.

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Honest limitations

  • Not everyone is a candidate — bone, gum health and medical history all matter.
  • Treatment runs over months, because the implant has to heal into the bone.
  • Smoking and uncontrolled diabetes can affect healing and success.
  • Implants can fail, and they need cleaning and maintenance like teeth.
  • Anything fitted on the day of surgery is usually temporary, not the final tooth.

Related treatments

Tooth replacement usually touches at least one of these.

Crowns & bridgesA bridge is the main alternative to an implant for a single gap. Tooth extractionsIf the tooth is still there, replacement planning starts before it comes out. Exams & cleaningGum health has to be stable before implant treatment, and maintained afterwards.

What to expect

Months, not weeks.
Here’s the shape of it.

  1. Consultation and 3D imaging

    An examination plus cone-beam 3D imaging, so the bone can be assessed properly rather than estimated. This is where we establish whether an implant is realistic for you, and what the alternatives are.

  2. The plan and the cost

    What is involved, how long it is likely to take, and a cost that makes clear which parts are included. You take it away and decide.

  3. Placing the implant

    The post is placed into the bone. What can be fitted at that stage varies by case, and anything placed immediately is usually temporary.

  4. Healing

    The implant needs time to integrate with the bone. This is the long part, and it is not something that can be rushed without risking the result.

  5. The final restoration

    Once healing is confirmed, the abutment and the final crown, bridge or denture are fitted and checked.

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Before you book

Implant questions,
answered properly.

How much does a dental implant cost?

The honest answer is that it depends on how many teeth, whether grafting is needed, and which parts are included — implant, abutment and crown are usually costed separately. Ask any practice exactly what a quoted figure covers. Call (909) 852-6787 or book a consultation and you will get a figure after the assessment, not before it.

Am I a candidate for implants?

It depends on the amount and quality of bone where the tooth was, your gum health and your general medical history. Smoking and uncontrolled diabetes both affect healing. Cone-beam 3D imaging is what answers this properly — and if implants are not right for you, we will tell you and go through the alternatives.

How long does the whole process take?

Months rather than weeks, because the implant has to integrate with the bone before it can carry a tooth. The exact timeline depends on your case, whether grafting is needed, and how healing goes. You will get a realistic expectation at the consultation.

Will I be without a tooth while it heals?

Not necessarily — a temporary option is often possible, depending on the case and where the gap is. Ask about this specifically at the consultation, because it varies and it matters to most people.

Do I need a bone graft?

Some people do and some do not. It depends on how much bone remains, which is exactly what the 3D scan shows. It is not something anyone can tell you in advance of imaging, and we would be wary of anyone who claims otherwise.

Is an implant better than a bridge?

Neither is universally better. An implant avoids preparing the teeth either side of the gap and does not rely on them; a bridge is quicker and avoids surgery. If the neighbouring teeth already need crowns, a bridge often makes more sense. We will lay out both.

Do implants last forever?

No, and anyone promising that is overselling. They can last many years with good care, but they can also fail — particularly with gum disease, smoking, or without regular maintenance. They need cleaning and check-ups like natural teeth.

What about All-on-4 or full-arch implants?

The clinic offers All-on-4 treatment. What is fitted on the day of surgery is typically a temporary fixed set, with the final restoration made later — those two stages are often blurred in advertising, so ask specifically about both when you discuss it with us.

Cost & payment

What does
it cost?

It depends on how many teeth, whether grafting is involved, and which stages are included. We will make clear which parts a figure covers, because that is where implant pricing gets confusing.

We are a PPO provider for many dental plans and we accept children’s Medicaid. Coverage differs plan by plan, so give the team your details and they will check before you book rather than guessing. Implant coverage varies considerably between plans. CareCredit is available if you would rather spread a larger treatment plan.

Payment & CareCredit information

Ask these questions anywhere

  • Does the figure include the implant, the abutment and the crown?
  • Is grafting included, or quoted separately if needed?
  • What is fitted on the day, and is it temporary?
  • What does aftercare and maintenance involve?
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Let’s look at the bone before anything else.

Finesse Dental · 8906 San Bernardino Rd, Suite 130
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
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