A dental implant is a titanium post placed in the jawbone that replaces the root of a missing tooth and supports a natural-looking crown, bridge or full arch. At EverWhite in Brentwood, Los Angeles, Dr. Mansour Zakhor, DDS places single implants and All-on-X full-arch restorations.
Single-tooth implants
For one missing tooth, an implant is placed in the jaw and topped with a custom porcelain crown. Unlike a bridge, it doesn’t rely on the neighboring teeth, and it helps preserve the bone where the tooth was lost.
Implant-supported bridges
When several teeth in a row are missing, two or more implants can support a fixed bridge, replacing multiple teeth without an implant for each one.
All-on-X full-arch restorations
For people missing most or all of their teeth, or with teeth that are failing, All-on-X replaces an entire arch with fixed teeth supported by a small number of implants. All-on-4 uses four implants per arch. The teeth don’t come out like dentures, so you can eat, speak and smile with confidence.
How treatment works
- Consultation: Dr. Zakhor reviews your goals, health and X-rays.
- Planning: implant positions are planned digitally from your scans.
- Placement: the implants are placed under local anesthetic.
- Healing: the implants bond with the bone over the following months.
- Restoration: your final crown, bridge or full arch is fitted.
Caring for implants
Implants can’t decay, but the gums around them still need care. Brush and floss daily and keep up with regular cleanings.
Cost and payment
Implant treatment is planned around your mouth, so the cost is given after your consultation, before treatment begins. EverWhite is self-pay, with documentation for HSA, FSA and PPO reimbursement. Planning a bigger change? Start with a digital Smile Design.
Visit EverWhite in Brentwood
EverWhite Smile Boutique is a full-service dental office at Brentwood Gardens, 11677 San Vicente Blvd, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90049, close to Westwood, Santa Monica and the Pacific Palisades. We’re open Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm, and Saturday, 9am–2pm. Book online or call (310) 208-0007.