Single Tooth Replacement in San Francisco, CA
Replace a missing tooth with single implants
When you are missing a tooth, it may feel like you are missing a part of your identity. Missing teeth can cause not only self-confidence issues, but it can damage your oral health. The root of a natural tooth stimulates the jaw bone during chewing. When a tooth is missing, the jaw bone does not get stimulated and begins to weaken. Over time, this can lead to nearby teeth shifting out of place and sagging facial features.
Dental implants are a popular, long-term solution for a missing tooth because they replicate a natural tooth, root and all. The implant post stimulates the jaw bone, preventing bone loss and keeping nearby teeth in their proper position. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement solution that offers this benefit because it is the only option that fuses to the jaw bone.
Single dental implants can replace a single missing or damaged tooth as often as needed throughout the mouth. Because they fuse to the jaw bone for a sturdy foundation, dental implants are strong enough to even replace a molar. As few as four implant posts can support a fixed bridge through a full-arch restoration procedure, resulting in a completely new smile.
Immediate dental implants
Immediate dental implants, or same-day dental implants, are ones that are placed at the same appointment as a tooth extraction. If you have enough jaw bone to support the implant, your oral surgeoncan insert the implant post into the empty socket. In doing so, the bone will heal around the implant and fuse together.
By replacing the missing tooth immediately, you reduce the number of appointments needed to restore the tooth and prevent the jaw bone from having the chance to deteriorate due to tooth loss. If there is not enough bone around the empty socket, we can place a bone graft to promote the growth of new bone. Once healed, we can then place the implant post and restore the missing tooth.
Can I get a dental implant years after an extraction?
Even if many years have passed since an adult tooth was extracted, you can replace it with a dental implant. When a missing tooth is left untreated, the jaw bone will atrophy in that area over time. Nearby teeth can shift into the empty space, and facial features may begin to sag due to a weakened jaw.
If there is enough jaw bone to support the implant, your oral surgeon can place the implant post into the empty socket, even if years have passed since the tooth was removed. If the jaw bone has atrophied, we can place a bone graft into the empty socket. This will stimulate nearby bone to grow around the graft, resulting in new, healthy bone. Once healed, there will be enough of a foundation to support a dental implant.
Tooth replacement options in San Francisco, CA
There are many tooth replacement options to consider following extraction. Some patients opt for cheaper restoration options, like dental bridges or removable partial dentures. These options do not fuse to the jaw bone or keep it healthy and can lead to costly surgery down the line to repair extensive bone loss. Tooth-supported bridges require adjacent teeth to be grinded down to fit the bridge. Implant-supported bridges can support the bridge instead, protecting your jaw bone and existing teeth from damage.
The experts at 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Specialists can restore your smile at any age. It’s never too late to achieve the healthy and complete you deserve. Contact our offices in San Francisco, California, to explore your tooth restoration options.
Real Patient Experiences
Patients across San Francisco trust 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Specialists for expert care and life-changing results. Our commitment to comfort, communication, and precision ensures a positive experience from consultation through recovery.
"Hi, my name is Alex, I’m from San Francisco, and I came to see the doctors at 7x7 for dental implants. Immediately upon walking in the door, I knew that I was in the right place. I found the doctors at 7x7 to be very warm and [they] did everything they could to make me comfortable, and I really appreciated that. The staff gave me sort of a play-by-play as to what was going to happen and a treatment path to get my mouth corrected. I’m immensely happy that I had the dental implants done at 7x7. They’ve taken care of me through the whole process and I’ve gotten my teeth back in order. I had a fantastic experience at 7x7, and I would absolutely recommend that anyone go there for any oral surgery needs."
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"Hi, my name is Analise and I live in San Francisco, and I came to 7x7 for a biopsy. When I walked in, everyone was really nice and they made me feel comfortable. Dr. Pat was super kind and confident in what she did. She also was patient with us and answered all our questions and made sure we understood what was going to happen. The staff explained everything to me and made it super easy and everything was super clear about what to do. For my friends and family in San Francisco, I highly recommend the doctors at 7x7."
"Hi, my name is Andrew, and I had a dental implant with Dr. Duncan. When I first came to Dr. Duncan’s office, it was very clean, organized. Dr. Duncan is very personable and came in, just kind of chatted and got to know each other and he was able to balance kind of comforting myself with respect to the procedure and letting me know kind of what was coming and then, you know, just nice conversation. The surgery went absolutely fine, and what was amazing to me is that I didn’t need to call him up for any questions or anything afterwards. I was surprised how easy the recovery went. Dr. Duncan made me feel comfortable and the fact that he explained everything clear, it all went well. I highly recommend 7x7 Oral Surgery."
"Hi, I’m Antonio from San Francisco and I came to 7x7 doctors for [a] bone graft and implants. When I first walked into the office, everyone was very professional. The staff at 7x7 was very welcoming and they also gave me all the information that I needed prior to my initial appointment. The doctors at 7x7 were very, very informative. I felt very comfortable, very confident in what they were telling me. I felt like I was in good hands. The procedure went extremely well. I feel good that I can now eat what I hadn’t been able to eat before. I had a great experience here and I definitely recommend the doctors at 7x7."
"Hi, my name is Angelica, and I am from San Francisco. I came to 7x7 to have my wisdom tooth extracted by Dr. Scharf. When I first came here, I felt very welcomed. The staff was friendly and helpful, and they made me feel comfortable as soon as I got here. Dr. Scharf was professional, personable, and caring. Overall, my experience was amazing. Everything was perfect, and I felt really taken care of. For my friends and family in San Francisco, Daly City, and San Bruno, I highly recommend 7x7 Oral Surgery."
"My name is Arc. I live in Hillsborough. I visited 7x7 for bone grafting and implant. The very first second I visited the office, the staff was both friendly and professional and needless to say that doctor was amazing. Dr. Pat is incredibly professional and kind and caring person. I wish all my doctors were like Dr. Pat. After the surgery, everything was so smooth and so easy. It was amazing. Now I can chew as I want on both sides. It was amazing experience and I would strongly recommend Dr. Pat."
"Hi, my name is Betty from San Francisco. I had a dental implant done by Dr. Scharf. The office here at West Portal is one of the friendliest, most professional offices I’ve ever been to. Everyone is always kind. They’re very efficient. It’s really a pleasure to come here. Before I came for surgery, I was really very nervous. I’d never had a tooth pulled, and I also had never been through the implant procedure before. Dr. Scharf is so professional and so skilled, and the minute he walks into the room, you know that he knows what he’s doing and he makes you feel so much better about the whole process. It worked one hundred percent, and it was a great experience. For my friends and family in Brisbane and Colma, I highly recommend 7x7 Oral Surgery."
"Hi, my name is Brigid, I’m from San Anselmo, and I came to 7x7 to get my wisdom teeth out. When I first walked into 7x7, I had a really good impression of the office. Everyone was super welcoming and very nice. The doctors at 7x7 are very kind. They informed me about everything and I felt like I was very prepared for going into the procedure. The procedure went very well. I healed nicely too. Overall, I had a very good experience at 7x7 and I would definitely recommend it. Out of five stars, I give 7x7 a five-star rating."
"I was referred here by my dentist, and when I came in, the staff was really good with greeting me. They were very timely about my appointment and kind of helped me navigate through my first time at the office, so I was pretty comfortable with the staff. My doctor was really great. He's very personable, very laid back. He made me extremely comfortable. It was a really good procedure. My recovery was really well. They later let me see the X-ray of the implant that he had put in, and it was perfect. It was just straight up. I would absolutely recommend 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery. Everything went really smooth, and it was a great experience."
Where the Bay Area Finds Better Smiles
For over 40 years, 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Specialists has helped San Francisco find healthier and more beautiful smiles. We are proud to serve Bay Area patients with exceptional oral surgery services delivered with compassionate care. With four practice locations, we are able to bring our expertise to the entire city. To learn more about how we can help you achieve your oral health goals, contact our office to schedule a consultation. We look forward to welcoming you soon!