One missing tooth,
one permanent fix.
A single-tooth implant replaces a missing tooth with a small titanium root and a crown that look, feel, and bite like your own — without touching the healthy teeth on either side. Placed and restored by a UCLA-trained dentist.
- UCLA-trained dental surgeon
- Implants placed & restored in-house
- Most insurance accepted
- Monthly payment plans
- Se habla español
- Award-winning · West LA Dental Society
A permanent replacement for one tooth.
A single-tooth implant is a lasting way to fill the gap left by a missing tooth. A titanium post is placed into your jawbone, where it fuses with the bone over time — creating a strong foundation for a crown that blends in with the rest of your smile. The result looks, feels, and works just like a natural tooth.
What a single-tooth implant does for you.
Looks natural
The crown blends in seamlessly with the teeth around it, so your smile looks whole again.
Preserves your bone
The implanted root keeps the jawbone working, preventing the bone loss that follows a missing tooth and protecting your facial shape.
Restores full function
You get back normal chewing and clear speech, so you can eat and talk with comfort and confidence.
A single-tooth implant may suit you if you…
Have a missing tooth
You have a gap you want filled with something permanent rather than removable.
Have healthy gums and bone
Good overall oral health and enough bone to anchor the implant — and we can rebuild bone in-house if it’s thin.
Have a fully grown jaw
Implants work best once the jawbone is fully developed, usually by the late teens.
Want a long-term fix
You’d rather replace the tooth for good than rely on something you take in and out.
From gap to a tooth that lasts.
Free consultation
We take a 3-D scan, evaluate the area, and build a plan made for your tooth — including insurance and monthly options.
Implant placement
Dr. Bradley gently places the titanium post in the jaw under local anesthesia, with sedation available if you feel anxious.
Healing & abutment
Over a few months the bone fuses to the implant for a strong foundation, then a small abutment is added to hold the crown.
Crown attachment
We fit and secure a custom crown color-matched to your smile, completing the tooth and your bite.
Planned and performed in one place.
Dr. Bradley is a UCLA-trained, surgically-proficient dentist who plans, places, and restores your treatment himself — so the dentist who knows your mouth is the one doing the work, start to finish.
Surgically trained dentist
Four UCLA degrees and a decade of education and training, plus advanced surgical and implant fellowships and a faculty appointment at the UCLA School of Dentistry.
Everything under one roof
Surgery, implants, and restorations handled in-house — no being referred across town.
Affordable, explained up front
Most major insurance accepted and monthly payment plans available, reviewed with you up front.
Trusted by Huntington Park families
“Dr. Bradley really cares for your teeth — his philosophy is to keep as much of the natural tooth as possible. He explained everything clearly, calmed my nerves, and did the procedure perfectly.”
“The best dentist in town. They really helped me with my fillings — completely pain-free — and made me feel at home through the whole process. Highly recommend.”
“My oral health has improved a lot with Dr. Bradley. He listens to my concerns and explains exactly what he’s doing and why — he even shows me the X-rays. He handles my cleanings and put on my adult braces himself, and the whole team is stellar.”
Single-tooth implant questions, answered.
How long does a single-tooth implant last?
With good care and regular checkups, a single-tooth implant can last a lifetime — one of the most durable ways to replace a tooth. Daily brushing, flossing, and routine visits keep it strong and healthy.
How much does a single-tooth implant cost?
The cost depends on your tooth and whether the area needs any grafting first, so we give you a clear number rather than a guess. Many dental plans help cover implants when the tooth is medically necessary; we accept most major insurance and offer monthly payment plans. We verify your benefits and review it all at your free consultation, with no surprises.
Does it hurt?
The area is fully numbed with local anesthesia, and sedation is available if you feel anxious. Most people are surprised by how little discomfort they feel, and any mild soreness in the first few days is easily managed.
How long does the whole process take?
From start to finish it usually takes a few months, since the post needs time to fuse with the jawbone before the crown goes on. Your exact timeline depends on your healing and whether any prep work is needed — Dr. Bradley maps out a clear schedule so you know what to expect at every stage.
Implant or bridge — what’s the difference?
A bridge anchors to the neighboring teeth, while an implant stands on its own with a titanium post in the jaw, leaving the surrounding teeth untouched. Implants also help preserve bone and tend to last longer. Dr. Bradley compares both choices with you and recommends the best fit for your smile.
Reviewed by Dr. Bradley Salvatore, DDS · Updated July 1, 2026
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