Dental Implants in Daly City, CA | Long-Lasting Tooth Replacement

Permanent, Natural-Looking Dental Implants for a Healthier Smile

Missing one or more teeth can affect how you eat, speak, and feel about your smile. Dental implants are considered the gold standard for tooth replacement because they are designed to look, feel, and function like natural teeth. At Archstone Oral and Facial Surgery, we help patients in Daly City and the surrounding Bay Area understand their options and feel confident at every step of the implant process.

Dental Implants at a Glance

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth. Once placed, it integrates with your jawbone, creating a strong and stable foundation for a replacement tooth.

A complete dental implant consists of three parts:

• Implant post – surgically placed in the jawbone
• Abutment – connects the implant to the replacement tooth
• Custom crown – designed to match the color and shape of your natural teeth

Because implants are anchored directly into bone, they feel secure and function like real teeth.

At Archstone, Dr. Dela Rosa (DDS, MD) performs the surgical phase — 3D planning, any extraction or bone grafting, implant placement, and the healing abutment. Your general dentist then makes and places the final abutment and crown. We coordinate every step and send your dentist a full surgical report, and if you don’t have a restorative dentist, we’ll connect you with one we work with regularly.

How Dental Implants Can Improve Your Quality of Life

• Natural appearance that blends seamlessly with your smile
• Strong, stable bite for eating and speaking comfortably
• Helps prevent jawbone loss after tooth loss
• Does not rely on or damage neighboring teeth
• Designed to last for many years with proper care

Are Dental Implants Right for You?

Dental implants are an excellent option for many patients. You may be a good candidate if you:

• Are missing one or more teeth
• Have healthy gums or are receiving gum disease treatment
• Have adequate jawbone or are a candidate for bone grafting
• Are in good overall health

During your consultation, our team will review your medical history, take advanced 3D imaging, and determine whether dental implants are the best solution for you.

Understanding the Dental Implant Process

Knowing what to expect can help you feel more comfortable and confident about treatment.

Initial Consultation and Planning

We evaluate your oral health, bone structure, and goals to create a personalized implant treatment plan.

Dental Implant Placement

The implant is placed into the jawbone during an outpatient procedure in our Daly City office — typically 45–90 minutes per implant. Anesthesia options include local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation/general anesthesia.

Healing and Osseointegration

Over roughly 3–6 months, the implant fuses with the jawbone in a natural process called osseointegration. In selected cases with strong initial stability, a temporary tooth can be attached the same day — immediate and conventional timing show equally high survival when stability criteria are met (ITI Consensus 2018).

Final Tooth Restoration

Once healing is confirmed, your general dentist attaches the final abutment and custom crown to restore full function and appearance.

Does Getting a Dental Implant Hurt?

Most patients report minimal discomfort. The procedure is done under local anesthesia, with nitrous oxide, oral sedation, or IV sedation/general anesthesia available — you should feel pressure, not pain, and with IV sedation/general anesthesia you sleep through it. Post-treatment soreness is typically mild for 2–3 days and managed with over-the-counter medication; most patients return to work in 1–2 days.

How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

Most dental implants last decades. Systematic reviews report about 96% of implants still in function at 10 years (96.4%, 95% CI 95.2–97.5; Howe 2019), and 20-year prospective data show roughly 4 out of 5 still functioning (Kupka 2024). Longevity depends on oral hygiene, smoking status, and regular check-ups — we coordinate maintenance with your general dentist.

Dental Implants vs. Dentures and Bridges

• Dental Implants: Fixed, stable, preserve jawbone, and function like natural teeth
• Dental Bridges: Depend on neighboring teeth and do not prevent bone loss
• Dentures: Removable and may shift or feel unstable over time

What Is the Cost of Dental Implants?

In the Daly City area, the surgical phase of a single implant typically runs about $2,500–$3,000 at our office — implant placement plus a healing abutment — with bone grafting about $880 per site when needed (area benchmarks: FAIR Health Consumer, ZIP 94014). Your dentist’s final abutment and crown typically add about $3,000, billed by your restorative dentist. We bill both dental and medical insurance where applicable, and offer CareCredit, Sunbit, and Cherry financing. You’ll receive a written quote for the surgical phase at your consultation — see the full cost breakdown.

Dental Implant Education Video

Watch the video below to learn more about how dental implants work and what to expect from treatment.

Schedule a Dental Implant Consultation in Daly City

If you are considering dental implants, the first step is a consultation with an experienced oral surgeon. Our team is here to answer your questions and help you make an informed decision about restoring your smile.

Contact our Daly City office today to schedule your dental implant consultation.

Dental Implant Surgery — At a Glance

Infographic courtesy of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS). Dr. Dela Rosa is an AAOMS member.

Implant Cost & Coverage FAQs

Why do dental implant quotes vary so much between offices?

Quotes often bundle different things: some include only the implant placement, while others add the abutment and crown, bone grafting, 3D imaging, or sedation. At Archstone, the surgical phase — implant placement with IV sedation or general anesthesia included — is typically $2,500–$3,000, and your restorative dentist prices the crown separately. Always compare itemized phases, not single totals.

Are dental implants a better long-term value than a bridge?

A bridge usually costs less up front but requires reshaping the healthy neighboring teeth and is commonly replaced every 10–15 years. An implant preserves the adjacent teeth and the jawbone, and published survival rates exceed 90% at 10+ years — which is why implants are often the better long-term value for a single missing tooth.

Does Medicare or insurance cover dental implants for seniors in California?

Original Medicare generally does not cover routine dental implants; some Medicare Advantage plans include a partial dental allowance, and Medi-Cal Dental rarely covers implants. Medical insurance occasionally contributes when tooth loss results from trauma or pathology. Our team verifies your benefits before treatment, and financing is available through CareCredit, Sunbit, and Cherry.