Dental Implants in Encino, CA

Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth (usually titanium) that are surgically placed into the upper or lower jaw bone. Dr. Firouzeh Manesh, DDS offers implant dentistry at Encino Smile Care on Ventura Boulevard in Encino, in the San Fernando Valley. Implants are used to replace one or more missing teeth without affecting adjacent teeth, or to support a bridge or denture and make it more secure and comfortable.

Dental implant procedure at Encino Smile Care

What getting dental implants involves

The process requires a number of visits over several months. X-rays and impressions determine bone, gum tissue, and spacing. While the area is numb, the implant is surgically placed into the bone, followed by a healing and integration period of up to six months. After several weeks of healing, the artificial teeth are made and fitted to the post portion of the anchor — this step may take one to two months to complete.

What a typical dental implant case involves

No two cases are identical, and the sequence is set by Dr. Manesh after your examination. In outline, a case moves through these steps:

Consultation and history. A review of your medical and dental history, including medications and any condition that can affect candidacy or sequencing.
Examination and imaging. An assessment of the remaining teeth, the gums, and the bone in the area being considered. In most cases a 3D cone-beam scan is captured during the same visit to show bone height, bone width, and nearby anatomical structures.
Review of findings and treatment plan. Dr. Manesh walks through what was found, how many visits to expect, and the approximate timeline between surgical placement and the final restoration. Patients considering a single-tooth implant typically follow a different pathway than those considering full-arch restoration, and the consultation is where that distinction is made.
Preparatory steps, if needed. Depending on the scan, a step such as bone grafting or a sinus lift may be discussed before an implant can be placed.
Surgical placement and healing. The implant is placed into the bone while the area is numb, followed by a healing and integration period.
The final restoration. After healing, the artificial tooth or teeth are made and fitted to the implant.

Cost and insurance

Cost and insurance are reviewed at the consultation. The team prepares a written treatment plan that itemizes the surgical placement, the abutment, the final crown or prosthesis, and any preparatory procedures, along with an estimate of insurance coverage where applicable. You leave with that document and time to consider it; there is no obligation to proceed on the day of the consultation. See also understanding your dental insurance benefits.

Frequently asked questions

What does getting dental implants involve?

The process requires a number of visits over several months. X-rays and impressions determine bone, gum tissue, and spacing. While the area is numb, the implant is surgically placed into the bone, followed by a healing and integration period. After healing, the artificial teeth are made and fitted to the post portion of the anchor.

How long does the dental implant process take?

At Encino Smile Care the process is described as taking several months: implant placement is followed by a healing and integration period of up to six months, and after several weeks of healing the artificial teeth are made and fitted, a step that may take one to two months. Dr. Manesh outlines the expected sequence for your situation at the consultation.

What happens at a dental implant consultation?

The visit begins with a review of your medical and dental history, followed by an examination of your teeth, gums and the bone in the area being considered. In most cases a 3D cone-beam scan is captured during the same visit. The findings are reviewed with you, a written treatment plan is prepared, and cost and insurance are discussed. There is no obligation to proceed on the day of the consultation.

Can I bring a list of my medications to the consultation?

Yes. Patients are encouraged to bring a current medication list and the name of their primary physician, because some health conditions and medications can affect candidacy or the sequence of treatment.

Does Encino Smile Care see dental emergencies?

Yes, the practice takes emergencies. Call (818) 788-6684 during office hours: Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 9am to 2pm; Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am to 5pm.

Where is the office?

15720 Ventura Blvd #300, Encino, CA 91436. Call (818) 788-6684 or text (310) 987-6867.

This page is informational and is not medical or dental advice. Treatment options should always be discussed in consultation with a qualified dental provider.

What to expect at a dental implant consultation in Encino and the Valley

A dental implant consultation is an evaluation visit, not a commitment to treatment. The clinical team uses it to understand your health history, examine the area of concern, and explain which options may be appropriate. Patients from Encino and across the San Fernando Valley are often surprised by how much of the visit is conversation rather than procedure.

Most consultations follow a predictable sequence:

Health and dental history review. The team asks about medical conditions, current medications, prior dental work, and habits such as smoking, since these can affect healing and planning.
Clinical examination. The dentist checks the gums, neighboring teeth, bite, and the space where a tooth is missing or failing.
Imaging. Digital X-rays or a 3D cone beam scan show bone height, bone width, and the position of nerves and sinuses. This is how the team assesses whether the site can support an implant.
Discussion of options. Depending on findings, this may include a single implant, an implant-supported bridge, or implant-retained dentures, along with non-implant alternatives.

Bring a list of your medications and the contact details of any physician who manages a chronic condition. Diabetes, osteoporosis, and certain medication classes, such as bisphosphonates or anticoagulants, do not automatically rule out implants, but they may call for coordination with your other providers before a plan is set.

If imaging shows limited bone, the team may discuss bone grafting or a sinus lift as a preliminary step. This lengthens the timeline, so it is worth asking about early. Results vary from person to person, and the clinical team can explain what is typical for your situation rather than offering a fixed promise.

Questions worth bringing to the visit:

How many appointments, and roughly how many months, the full sequence is likely to take
What the written estimate includes and what it leaves out
How dental insurance or payment plans may apply
What home care is needed after placement, and how follow-up is scheduled

You do not need to decide at the consultation. Many patients take the written plan home, review it with family, and schedule a second conversation once they have thought through timing, cost, and comfort with the process. Asking for a second opinion is also a reasonable step.

This page is informational and is not medical advice. Treatment options should always be decided in consultation with a qualified dentist or physician.