Smile Craft Dental offers dental implant surgery in Redwood City — from your first consultation and X-rays through placement, healing, and your final restoration.
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It is common for patients to experience varying levels of anxiety before dental implant surgery. Understanding more about the preparation, surgery, and aftercare can help put patients at ease.
Our team will examine your mouth and assess your oral and physical health. We will take X-rays to determine implant placement and whether your jawbone is ready to support it.
The success rate for dental implant surgery is high, and complications are rare.
These are common signs that dental implant surgery may be worth exploring:
Not sure if you're a candidate? Our consultation includes an exam and X-rays, plus a clear recommendation — no pressure, no commitment.
Tooth decay, gum disease, and injury to the mouth can lead to tooth loss. You’ll need good oral health before surgery, and we may recommend additional treatments such as bone grafting in preparation.
Each patient’s experience is different based on the number of teeth being replaced, the type of implant, and overall oral health. Bone grafting is necessary when there is not enough healthy bone inside the jaw to support the implant. Instructions before surgery may include avoiding certain foods, fasting the night before, and getting proper sleep.
No surprises, no pressure. Here's exactly how implant surgery works from start to finish.
We examine your mouth, assess your oral and physical health, and take X-rays to determine implant placement and whether your jawbone is ready to support it.
The surgeon makes an incision into the gums where the missing tooth was, then positions the dental implant post into the jawbone.
The implant post fuses with the surrounding bone — a process called osseointegration — which typically takes several months.
A temporary replacement tooth may be recommended while the implant site heals.
Once osseointegration is complete, your permanent crown or restoration is placed.
Implant surgery costs vary based on your specific case, including the number of implants, whether bone grafting is needed, and the type of restoration. At Smile Craft Dental, we accept most major PPO dental insurance plans and offer Cherry financing with flexible monthly payment plans. We also accept HSA and FSA funds for eligible procedures. We do not accept Delta Dental.
Our in-house Clerri membership plan starts at $40/month for adults and includes preventive care plus discounts on additional treatments. Your consultation includes a full, itemized cost breakdown before any treatment begins — no surprises, no pressure.
The success rate for dental implant surgery is high, and complications are rare. As with any surgical procedure, it helps to understand the primary risks before moving forward.
Most potential complications are easily treatable when reported to us right away.
Minor swelling, soreness, and bleeding of the gums are common following surgery. Avoid foods that may irritate the implant site — hard to chew, very hot or cold, or high in sugar — and drink water rather than soft drinks, tea, coffee, and other dark, sugary beverages. One or more check-up visits ensure the implant surgery is a success.
Both keep you comfortable, but the experience and recovery differ. Here's a side-by-side look.
| Factor | Local Anesthesia | Sedation |
|---|---|---|
| Awareness during procedure | ✓ Awake, area numbed | Relaxed or asleep |
| Best for | ✓ Single implant, straightforward placement | Multiple implants, bone grafting, or dental anxiety |
| Driver needed after | ✓ Not required | Required |
| Fasting required beforehand | ✓ Not typically | Yes, per your pre-op instructions |
Every implant placed at Smile Craft is planned around your comfort, from consultation through your final restoration.
Lead Dentist · Smile Craft Dental Redwood City
Dr. Amy leads Smile Craft Dental with a commitment to technology, continuing education, and patient-centered care. She personally reviews every implant case and oversees treatment from consultation through your final restoration, ensuring you always know what to expect at each step. Her approach is straightforward: explain everything clearly, listen carefully, and never recommend a treatment that isn’t the right fit.
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The questions patients ask most before their procedure — answered plainly.
Dental implant surgery is most often not painful — discomfort depends on the numbing method used and your personal pain tolerance. Some swelling and discomfort is common as the gums and jawbone heal.
Most dental implant surgeries take only a few hours, depending on the area and number of implants, and patients typically return home the same day.
Follow the detailed instructions we provide before dental implant surgery, which may include fasting the night before and getting adequate rest.
As with any surgery, some risk exists, but complications are usually minor — including infection at the implant site and, rarely, nerve damage or sinus problems.
The failure rate of dental implant surgery is low, only about 5–10%, with bone loss being a leading but often preventable or treatable cause through bone grafting.
Smile Craft Dental is a family dental practice with two Bay Area locations — Redwood City and Sunnyvale — serving patients of all ages. Dr. Janice Chou, a University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry graduate with an AEGD residency, leads a team committed to continued education, advanced technology, and clear communication at every step of care. We accept most PPO insurance plans and offer Cherry financing to help make treatment accessible. If you are ready to explore dental implant surgery in Redwood City, we make it easy to get started. Contact us to request a consultation and take the first step toward restoring your smile.
2531 El Camino Real · Redwood City, CA 94061
Serving San Carlos, Belmont, and the Peninsula