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Where can I obtain full arch restorations using all-on-four same-day dental implants near me?

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
All on 4 Same Day Dental Implants in Palo Alto Area

All-on-four same-day dental implants are a revolutionary solution for patients struggling with restoring or replacing missing teeth. They offer a convenient and efficient way for patients to restore their smiles in just one visit! This procedure uses four strategically placed implants to support an entire arch of replacement teeth, eliminating the need for individual implants for each missing tooth within the arch. Dr. Shivani Gupta, DDS, Master ICOI, and her experienced staff at Peninsula Dental Implant Center, serving patients in the areas of Menlo and Palo Alto, California, are pleased to provide this solution for those looking to permanently and … Continue reading

Do I need block bone grafting to prepare my smile for dental implants?

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Block Bone Graft for Dental Implant in Belmont CA Area

Obtaining dental implants is the optimum goal for patients missing one or more teeth. Quality dental implants have continued to gain popularity due to their permanency. However, not everyone is considered a good candidate for dental implants, especially if they do not have sufficient bone in their jaw to ensure successful placement of this restoration.  Dental implant specialist, Dr. Shivani Gupta, DDS, Master ICOI of Peninsula Dental Implant Center serving San Carlos and Belmont, California, can talk to you about specific bone graft solutions such as block bone grafting. What is block bone grafting? Block bone grafting, also referred to … Continue reading

Do I need implant-supported crowns?

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Implant Supported Crowns in Sunnyvale CA area

Dental implants are an excellent solution for most of our patients who are interested in replacing missing, broken or failing teeth. They are incredibly versatile, replacing one, several, or all the teeth in the dental arch. With the help of Dr. Shivani Gupta at Peninsula Dental Implant Center,  patients in Half Moon Bay and Pacifica, California can learn more about specific types of implants and their restorations, including implant-supported dental crowns. This is a dental crown or cap that is placed over the dental implant to replace a single tooth. When do I need an implant-supported dental crown? An implant-supported … Continue reading

What are the differences between ceramic and titanium dental implants?

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Ceramic & Titanium Implants in Sunnyvale CA area

Dental implants are an excellent restorative option for many patients who want a natural-looking tooth replacement that can last many years. There are two types, including titanium implants and ceramic implants. At Peninsula Dental Implant Center, Dr. Shivani Gupta and her dental team in Half Moon Bay and Pacifica, California, can demystify the two and educate you on the benefits of ceramic vs. titanium implants to replace missing teeth. How do ceramic and titanium dental implants differ? Ceramic and titanium dental implants have their own unique benefits. Ceramic implants are specifically designed to blend in with the natural teeth, while … Continue reading

Enjoy oral conscious sedation to address anxiety for dental implant placement

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Anxiety-Free Dental Implants in San Jose CA area

Dental implants continue growing in popularity as the most desirable tooth replacement option for patients in and around San Jose, California. At Peninsula Dental Implant Center, Dr. Shivani Gupta, DDS, Master ICOI, and her team of professionals work directly with patients to help them determine if they are a good candidate for these titanium metal posts that function just like natural teeth once placed and secured. However, the idea of oral surgery can be scary for many of our anxious patients, which is why our dentist is pleased to offer oral conscious sedation. What is oral conscious sedation? Our team … Continue reading

Enjoy same-day tooth replacement with Teeth in a Day

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Same Day Tooth Replacement in San Jose CA area

At Peninsula Dental Implant Center, we know that replacing missing teeth as soon as possible allows patients to return to their regular daily lives without interruption. This is why we are pleased to offer a long-lasting solution that is fast and reliable: Teeth in a Day. Teeth in a Day, sometimes referred to as “All on Four dental implants,” is a method of same-day tooth replacement for patients in and around San Carlos and San Jose, California. What is “Teeth in a Day?” Dr. Shivani Gupta, DDS, Master ICOI, and her team at Peninsula Dental Implant Center may recommend Teeth … Continue reading

Infected tooth removal and replacement with dental implants

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Tooth Extraction Bridge in San Francisco area

An infected tooth is a serious issue that needs to be resolved as soon as possible. If you have been diagnosed with an infected tooth, you may need procedures such as root canal therapy or permanent extraction. In some situations, when a tooth is removed, a restoration like a dental implant will be needed. The team at Peninsula Dental Implant Center, led by Dr. Shivani Gupta, DDS, Master ICOI, can educate you on your options in San Francisco, California. What can be done about an infected tooth? In some cases, an infected tooth can be treated with endodontic therapy, a … Continue reading

Permanent Tooth Replacement With an Implant-Supported Dental Bridge

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
dental implant-supported bridges for permanent tooth replacement in San Francisco CA area

When you are missing teeth, you have many options to choose from when you live in San Francisco, California, and beyond. However, many patients seeking permanent tooth replacement may find a dental implant-supported bridge an excellent solution for replacing one or more teeth in a row. Dr. Shivani Gupta, DDS, Master ICOI, and her associates at Peninsula Dental Implant Center can assist and educate you on solutions for restoring smiles after tooth loss or extraction. How is a dental bridge used with a dental implant? Patients missing teeth adjacent to the gap created by a lost tooth may need a … Continue reading

Patients Continue Switching from Traditional Dentures to All-On-Four Implant-Supported Dentures – Here’s Why!

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
All on 4 Implant Dentures in San Francisco CA area

When you are looking into tooth replacement options to replace an entire arch (or both arches) of teeth, dentures will be your primary option. You can go with traditional dentures, which simply rest on your gums, or choose implant-supported dentures or bridges. Dentures supported by implants hold distinct advantages over traditional dentures, which is why doctors see patients make the switch. If you want to switch from traditional dentures to implant-supported dentures, visit Dr. Shivani Gupta at the Peninsula Dental Implant Center in San Francisco, California, who utilizes All-On-Four implants to support dentures. Only four implants are required for a … Continue reading

Why Might You Need Bone Grafting Before Getting a Dental Implant?

Posted By Dr. Shivani Gupta
Grafting Jaw Bone for Implants in San Francisco CA area

Are you ready to replace a missing tooth with a dental implant so that you have a beautiful and natural-looking smile? It is estimated that nearly half a million people in the United States get dental implants annually. When you visit Dr. Shivani Gupta at Peninsula Dental Implant Center in San Francisco, California, for your free consultation, it may be recommended that a bone graft be done before the dental implant process can begin. A graft may be necessary when there is a loss of jawbone. While this adds an additional step, it is essential for the success of your … Continue reading


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