Missing Teeth and Special Days: Replacement Options in Gilroy
Speaking at an event, enjoying a meal, a first date or a family reunion should not come with worry about your teeth. Here are the ways we can replace missing teeth.
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- Exam, X-rays and a clear plan
- CareCredit & in-office payment plans
- Most PPO plans accepted
- One Saturday a month · by appointment
- Se habla español
Caring for Gilroy since 2012
Smile, eat and join in without worrying
A missing tooth can also lead to shifting teeth and bone loss, which is one more reason to talk it through.
Speaking
Talk with confidence
Replacing missing teeth can help you feel more at ease at work, at events and in conversation.
Eating
Chew comfortably
Implants are designed to look, feel and function like natural teeth, with a comfortable fit.
Gatherings
Be in the photo
Implants offer the confidence to smile and engage in social activities without worrying.
Your mouth
Protect neighboring teeth
An implant replaces a missing tooth without affecting or altering the adjacent teeth.
Replacement options at a glance
Which option fits depends on your exam, X-rays and goals. Dr. Ajlouni will walk you through it.
| Option | What it is | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Single-tooth implant | A titanium artificial root placed in the jawbone, topped with a custom crown. Suited to one or a few adjacent teeth. | Candidates typically have good overall health, gums free of periodontal disease and enough jawbone. Bone grafting can help in some cases of bone loss. |
| Dental bridge | A permanent appliance that replaces a missing tooth or teeth, anchored to neighboring teeth or to dental implants. | An alternative to partial dentures. Types include traditional fixed, resin-bonded, implant-supported and cantilever bridges. |
| All-on-X | A full row of teeth supported by a few implants: either a permanent fixed denture or a snap-in denture. | Uses at least four, and as many as eight, implants per arch. |
| Partial denture | A removable denture that helps support surrounding teeth when a tooth is missing. | Helps prevent the tooth loss, rotation and shifting that can happen if a gap is left open. |
| Complete denture | A top, bottom or full set of replacement teeth. | The process takes at least four appointments, followed by an adjustment period while your gums acclimate. |
Descriptions are general. Your treatment plan depends on your exam and X-rays.
What to expect, step by step
Step 1
Assessment and planning
An oral exam, diagnostic X-rays and a treatment plan discussion, so you know every step before anything begins.
Step 2
Implant placement
The area is numbed with local anesthesia and the implant is placed. Over the following months, the implant fuses with the bone and the gum heals.
Step 3
Attaching your new tooth
An abutment is placed, impressions are taken and your custom-made crown is attached. This may take several visits to perfect the fit.
Ongoing
Maintenance
Cleaning around implants is an important part of keeping them healthy, and we build a maintenance plan with you.
Learn more
Read about each option on our service pages.
Payment options for larger treatment
Financing
CareCredit
We accept no-interest payment plans arranged through CareCredit.
In office
Payment plans for major procedures
We offer in-office payment plans for major procedures including implants, bridges and dentures.
Insurance
Most PPO plans accepted
We handle the claim filing for you. Regardless of coverage, the patient is responsible for the cost of treatment.
Tooth replacement questions
Am I a candidate for an implant?
Candidates typically have good overall health, gums free of periodontal disease and a jawbone strong enough to hold the implant. If you have bone loss, techniques such as bone grafting may help. Dr. Ajlouni will assess your needs at your consultation.
Will it hurt?
The area is numbed with local anesthesia during implant placement.
How long does the process take?
Healing takes place over the months after placement, and attaching the crown can take several visits. Dr. Ajlouni will outline your timeline in your treatment plan.
What will it cost?
Cost depends on your treatment plan. Call us at (408) 848-5040 and we will review it with you. We accept CareCredit and offer in-office payment plans for major procedures.
Can I use the $149 new patient special?
The $149 special (exam, full X-rays and cleaning) is for self-pay new patients and is not valid with insurance.
Do you accept my dental insurance?
We accept most PPO insurances. We do not currently accept HMO, DHMO, Medicaid, or Medicare plans. Regardless of coverage, the patient is responsible for the cost of service, so it helps to know your benefits before your visit.
Do you have Saturday appointments?
Dr. Ajlouni works one Saturday a month, mid-month, by appointment only. The next one is Saturday, November 14, 2026. Call us at (408) 848-5040 or book online.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. Se habla español.
Keep exploring
New to the practice?
See what to expect at your first visit, the forms to bring and the $149 new patient special (self-pay only, not valid with insurance).
New patient informationReady to talk about replacing your missing teeth?
Call us or book online. We will review your options with you.
- Most PPO plans accepted
- One Saturday a month · by appointment
- Se habla español