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A dental implant is a small post, usually made of titanium, that is placed in the jawbone to act as a new tooth root. Once it heals, it supports a custom crown or bridge that looks, feels, and works like a natural tooth. At Sigma Dental Clinic on W Foster Ave in Chicago, Dr. Sepi Dashti handles your implant treatment in our office for patients from Andersonville, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Edgewater, and across the North Side.
Implants can replace a single tooth or several teeth. Unlike a traditional bridge, an implant does not require reshaping healthy neighboring teeth, and it helps prevent the bone loss that follows a missing tooth. Treatment starts with an exam and digital X-rays to check your bone and gums. We accept most PPO plans and offer monthly payment plans through Cherry. Call (773) 506-2033 to book your implant consultation.
Your implant treatment is handled right here in our Chicago office by Dr. Sepi Dashti. With more than 15 years of private practice experience and advanced training at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), Dr. Sepi uses digital X-rays and intraoral cameras to carefully plan each implant. Your treatment is done under local anesthesia, so you stay comfortable, and the result is designed to last for many years with good care.
With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime, offering a permanent solution to tooth loss.
The custom-made crowns match the appearance of your natural teeth, providing a seamless smile.
Implants restore chewing and speaking function, allowing you to eat and talk confidently.
Implants help prevent bone loss by stimulating the jawbone, maintaining facial structure and overall oral health.
Dental implants can last 15 years or longer with proper care, and many last a lifetime. How long yours lasts depends on brushing and flossing, regular checkups, healthy gums and bone, and habits such as smoking. The crown on top may need replacing after many years of wear, while the implant itself usually stays in place.
Most adults with one or more missing teeth can be candidates if they have healthy gums, enough jawbone to support the implant, and good overall health. Patients with some bone loss may still qualify after a bone graft. Dr. Sepi Dashti will check your teeth, gums, and bone with an exam and digital X-rays to see whether implants are right for you.
Dental implant treatment usually takes several months from consultation to the final tooth. After the implant is placed, the jawbone needs time to bond with it before the permanent crown is attached. The exact timeline depends on how you heal, your bone density, and whether a bone graft is needed first.
You may need a bone graft if there is not enough healthy jawbone to hold the implant. Bone often shrinks after a tooth has been missing for a while. During your implant evaluation at Sigma Dental Clinic, Dr. Sepi Dashti will check your bone and tell you whether grafting is needed before the implant is placed.
Some dental insurance plans cover part of implant treatment, but coverage varies by plan. Some plans cover the crown but not the implant itself. Sigma Dental Clinic accepts most PPO plans, and our team can check your benefits before treatment. Monthly payment plans are also available through Cherry. Learn more in our guide: Will insurance pay for dental implants?
The area is fully numbed with local anesthesia during implant placement, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Afterward, mild swelling, tenderness, or discomfort for a few days is normal and is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Most patients return to normal activities within a day or two. Following your aftercare instructions and keeping the area clean helps the implant heal properly.
