Replace One Missing Tooth Without Compromising the Rest
Losing a tooth, especially one that’s visible when you smile, can be a difficult experience. Beyond appearance, even a single missing tooth can affect speech, chewing and long-term oral health. For single tooth replacement, a dental implant is the ideal solution. It’s designed and placed to look, feel and function just like a natural tooth.
At Gilreath Family Dentistry, every single tooth implant is placed using guided surgery, an advanced technique powered by the latest digital dental technology. Patients throughout Marietta and Cobb County choose our practice for precise, comfortable implant care that restores their smile and their confidence.
Book a Single Tooth Implant ConsultationWhy a Single Implant Is the Ideal Replacement for One Tooth
A dental implant is a three-part restoration designed to replace a missing tooth from root to crown:
- Natural look and feel: The custom implant crown is matched to the shape, size and shade of the surrounding teeth.
- Neighboring teeth stay untouched: A single implant stands on its own, so healthy adjacent teeth don’t need to be reshaped.
- Protects the jawbone: The implant replaces the tooth root, helping preserve bone in the area of the missing tooth.
- Prevents shifting: Filling the gap keeps neighboring teeth from drifting out of position.
- Full chewing strength: Bite into favorite foods with confidence.
- Simple to care for: Brush and floss the implant just like a natural tooth.
- Built to last: With proper care, a single tooth implant can last for decades.
Single Tooth Implants for Front and Back Teeth
How We Replace a Single Missing Tooth with an Implant
Replacing a missing tooth at Gilreath Family Dentistry is a carefully planned, step-by-step process:
Restorative Consultation
Our doctors examine the area, review health history and discuss all tooth replacement options to confirm whether an implant is the best choice.
3D Imaging and Digital Planning
A 3D CT scan and digital scan of the teeth allow our doctors to plan the exact implant position and design a custom surgical guide.
Guided Implant Placement
The area is fully numbed, and the titanium implant is placed using the surgical guide for exceptional accuracy and comfort.
Healing and Integration
Over the following months, the implant fuses with the jawbone to create a strong, stable foundation for the new tooth.
Custom Implant Crown
Once healing is complete, a custom crown is designed through our digital workflow to match the neighboring teeth, then secured to the implant.
Ongoing Care
Routine cleanings and checkups help keep the implant, gums and surrounding bone healthy for the long term.
Who Is a Candidate for a Single Tooth Implant?
Our doctors determine whether a patient is a good candidate for a dental implant, or whether another restorative option would better suit their needs. Good candidates for a single tooth implant typically:
- Are missing one tooth due to injury, decay, infection or a failed restoration
- Have a tooth that needs to be extracted and replaced
- Have healthy gums or are willing to treat gum disease first
- Have adequate jawbone to support an implant
- Are in good overall health and committed to good oral hygiene
Guided Implant Surgery for a Precise, Comfortable Procedure
A dental implant is a small titanium post that replaces the root of the missing tooth. Gilreath Family Dentistry places every implant using guided surgery, which our practice considers the standard of care. Dr. Gilreath has invested in the latest digital technology to make this possible.
Using 3D CT imaging and advanced digital implant planning software, our doctors determine the ideal position, angle and depth of the implant before the procedure begins. A custom surgical guide then transfers that plan precisely into the mouth. Guided surgery takes the guesswork out of implant placement, so the implant sits in the correct position, in the best available bone, and ready to be restored optimally. It also makes the procedure easier, more precise and often painless.
Insurance and Financing for Single Tooth Implants
A single tooth implant is a long-term investment in oral health and confidence. Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for implants or the implant crown. Gilreath Family Dentistry accepts most insurance plans, files claims on behalf of our patients and reviews coverage before treatment begins. We also accept HSA and FSA funds and offer financing through CareCredit, subject to approval.
Financial PolicyComplete Your Smile with a Single Tooth Implant
You don’t need to live with an incomplete smile. Contact Gilreath Family Dentistry at 200 White St NW in Marietta to schedule a restorative consultation and explore whether a single tooth implant is right for you.
Schedule an AppointmentFrequently Asked Questions
About Single Tooth Implants
A single tooth implant replaces one missing tooth with a titanium post that acts as a new root, topped with a custom crown that looks and functions like a natural tooth. At Gilreath Family Dentistry, every single tooth implant is placed using guided surgery for precise, predictable results.
Yes. Front tooth implants are carefully planned for ideal positioning and gum contour, and the custom crown is matched to the shape, size and shade of the neighboring teeth. When done with precision, a front tooth implant is virtually indistinguishable from a natural tooth.
For most patients, a single tooth implant is the preferred option because it doesn’t require reshaping the healthy teeth on either side of the gap. It also replaces the tooth root, which helps preserve the jawbone. Our doctors review all tooth replacement options to recommend the best fit for each patient.
After the implant is placed, it usually needs a few months to fuse with the jawbone before the final crown is attached. The total timeline depends on each patient’s bone health and whether an extraction is needed first. Our doctors provide a personalized timeline during the consultation.
Often, yes. Over time, the jawbone in the area of a missing tooth can shrink, so our doctors use 3D CT imaging to evaluate how much bone remains. Based on that evaluation, they determine whether an implant can be placed and recommend the best approach.
Most patients find the procedure very comfortable. The area is fully numbed, and guided surgery makes placement precise and efficient, often with little to no pain. Some mild soreness afterward is normal and usually resolves within a few days.
Yes. Titanium has been used in dental implants for decades because it is strong, durable and biocompatible, which means it bonds naturally with the jawbone. Patients with specific metal sensitivities should discuss their concerns with our doctors during the consultation.
The cost of a single tooth implant depends on factors such as whether an extraction is needed, the condition of the jawbone and the type of crown. Gilreath Family Dentistry provides a detailed estimate after the consultation and 3D imaging. Insurance, HSA, FSA and CareCredit financing can help make treatment more manageable.