Single Tooth Dental Implants
Replace One Missing Tooth Without Compromising the Others
What Is a Single Tooth Dental Implant?
A long-term, fixed replacement for one missing tooth — no bridge, no removable partial.
A single dental implant is a biocompatible titanium post placed into the jawbone where a tooth is missing. Once healed, it supports a custom porcelain crown matched to your surrounding teeth in shape and shade.
Unlike a traditional bridge, a single implant does not require grinding down the adjacent healthy teeth — which is why an implant is often the preferred option whenever bone health allows.
Why Single Implants Beat Bridges
- Preserves adjacent teeth | Neighboring teeth stay untouched — bridges require grinding them down.
- Stimulates the jawbone | Prevents the bone resorption that follows tooth loss and dentures.
- Lasts 20+ years | With proper care, implants are designed to last for many years and typically outlast bridges and partials.
- Looks natural | Custom-crafted crown matched to your surrounding teeth.
- Easy to care for | Brush and floss like a regular tooth — no special maintenance.
- Implant-focused care | Placed in-house by Dr. Fedorenko or Dr. Ford, with precise bone and gum management throughout.
Is a Single Tooth Implant Right for You?
Missing one tooth
Whether from injury, decay, or extraction — implants replace just the gap.
Want to preserve adjacent teeth
No grinding down healthy neighbors to anchor a bridge.
Good bone volume
CBCT imaging confirms. If bone is insufficient, a graft can be part of the plan.
Healthy gums
Active gum disease is treated first — Dr. Fedorenko and Dr. Ford handle both the surgical and restorative phases in-house.
Don't want a partial denture
Partials wear down, trap food, and damage anchoring teeth. Implants are fixed in place — no removal, no nightly soak.
Think long-term
Implants cost more upfront but last far longer than bridges or partials.
Why Metro Dental for Your Single Implant
Implant-focused precision
Implants placed in-house by Dr. Fedorenko or Dr. Ford, with advanced training in bone- and gum-surgery techniques that support long-term implant success.
CBCT 3D planning
Surgical guides fabricated from your scan for millimeter-precise placement.
Full in-house workflow
Consultation, placement, and crown — one office, with your treating doctor (Dr. Fedorenko or Dr. Ford) overseeing every step, no handoffs.
Written pricing
Every phase documented before you commit. Financing available.
Your Single-Tooth Implant Journey
Consultation & 3D Scan
Full exam, CBCT imaging, and a treatment plan with written estimate.
Surgical Placement
Implant placed under local anesthesia in about 60 minutes. Most patients drive themselves home.
Healing
3–6 months for the implant to bond with the bone (osseointegration).
Crown Placement
Precision impressions, custom crown fabricated, and placed — restoring full function and appearance.
Answers About Single Tooth Implants
From consultation to final crown: typically 3–6 months, mostly driven by how long the implant takes to bond with your bone.
Costs vary by case complexity and whether you need a graft. You receive a written estimate at consultation before treatment.
Most patients report the surgery is easier than a tooth extraction. Local anesthesia + OTC pain relievers handle recovery for most.
With proper care, 20+ years of function is common. The crown on top may be replaced earlier; the titanium implant post is designed to remain stable for many years.
Coverage varies. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Indemnity) and Delta Dental (Premier) directly. For other carriers, we submit claims on your behalf — the crown portion is often partially covered. We do not participate with MassHealth.
A bone graft can be performed before or at the time of implant placement. CBCT imaging at consultation tells us definitively.
For most cases, an implant is the long-term choice: it preserves adjacent healthy teeth (a bridge requires grinding them down) and stimulates the underlying jawbone (a bridge does not). The right answer for your case depends on bone health, finances, and timeline — we cover both options at consultation.
One Tooth, One Plan, One Continuous Care Team
A single implant is the simplest way to reverse tooth loss — and the approach with the fewest long-term tradeoffs. At consultation, you will see 3D imaging of your case and receive a written cost estimate before deciding anything.
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