Question 1

How much do dental implants cost in Houston?

Accepted Answer

For a single-tooth replacement at our Greenhouse Rd office, plan on roughly $3,000–$4,500 all-in for the FDA-cleared Neodent titanium fixture, the custom abutment, and a porcelain or zirconia crown. If grafting, a sinus lift, or a full-arch plan is required, fees are itemized after CBCT review. We run PPO benefit checks up front and offer CareCredit for qualified applicants.

Question 2

How long does the dental implant process take from start to finish?

Accepted Answer

From first surgery to seated crown, many West Houston patients finish in about 4–6 months. We place the implant in one visit, then allow 3–6 months for osseointegration. After stability is confirmed, we swap to a healing cap, capture digital impressions, and seat the definitive crown within roughly 2–4 weeks. Grafted sites may need an additional 3–4 months before implant placement.

Question 3

Are dental implants painful?

Accepted Answer

During care you should feel pressure, not sharp pain—local anesthesia is standard, and sedation is available when requested. People often tell us the visit feels easier than they expected compared with an extraction they remember. Mild swelling and tenderness for 2–3 days afterward is normal and is usually managed well with over-the-counter ibuprofen. CBCT-first planning keeps the surgical envelope tight, which tends to mean less post-op inflammation.

Question 4

How long do dental implants last?

Accepted Answer

Literature-supported survival for modern fixtures remains strong—about 95–98% at the decade mark when hygiene and maintenance stay on schedule. The titanium root form is intended as a long-term anchor; the crown, abutment interface, and ceramics above the gumline commonly serve 15+ years before a refresh may be discussed.

Question 5

Am I a candidate for dental implants if I've been missing teeth for years?

Accepted Answer

Often, yes. Chronic edentulous spaces remodel bone, yet ridge augmentation or sinus elevation can recreate volume for a Neodent implant. Your CBCT at MAP Dental Center quantifies height, width, and vital anatomy so Drs. Mofid and Khorram can sequence grafting, healing, and placement predictably—even when another office declined the case.

Question 6

Do you accept dental insurance for implants?

Accepted Answer

We participate with most major PPO networks, pre-authorize when appropriate, and file claims for you. Coverage varies by plan but frequently applies to the restorative phase and adjacent periodontal or surgical codes. Out-of-pocket portions may qualify for 0% promotional financing through CareCredit on approved credit.

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