Whether you're missing two teeth or an entire section of your smile, implant-supported restorations offer the most stable, natural-looking, and long-lasting solution available in modern dentistry.
STRATEGIC RESTORATION
When you're missing several teeth in a row, you don't necessarily need one implant per tooth. Implant-supported bridges use two strategically placed implant posts to support a three-or-more unit bridge — restoring an entire gap without grinding down healthy neighbouring teeth.
For patients missing teeth across multiple areas of their mouth, we can place individual implants or implant-supported bridges wherever needed. The result: a fully restored smile that looks and functions like natural teeth — without the instability of a partial denture.
YOUR OPTIONS
Every patient's situation is unique. We'll recommend the most conservative, effective approach based on the number of missing teeth, their location, and your bone health.
Two implant posts anchor a custom porcelain bridge over the gap. Ideal for 2–4 consecutive missing teeth. Far superior to a traditional bridge — no healthy teeth are compromised, and the jawbone beneath is actively preserved.
For non-adjacent missing teeth or when maximum independence between restorations is desired, each missing tooth receives its own implant and crown. Each tooth stands entirely on its own — the gold standard for multiple missing teeth.
Missing most of a row of teeth but not all? An implant-retained partial arch restoration replaces 4–6 teeth with as few as 3–4 strategically placed implants, offering a fixed alternative to partial dentures.
Missing all or nearly all teeth in one or both arches? Our All-on-4 full-arch implant system provides a complete set of fixed teeth on just four implants. See our All-on-4 page for full details.
IMPLANTS VS PARTIALS
Partial dentures are removable appliances that clip onto remaining teeth. While less expensive upfront, they come with significant downsides: they can feel bulky, affect speech, need to be removed for cleaning, and can loosen over time as the underlying bone shrinks.
Implant-supported restorations are fixed permanently in your mouth — you care for them exactly like natural teeth. They won't shift, click, or irritate your gums, and they actively prevent the bone loss that accelerates facial ageing after tooth loss.
WHY TRUSTED DENTAL
From 3D planning to final restoration, we manage every phase of your multiple-implant treatment in Hawthorne.
Our CBCT scanner captures the complete picture of your jaw — bone density, nerve pathways, sinus positions — enabling a strategic multi-implant placement plan that optimises outcomes and minimises treatment time.
We create a digital blueprint of your entire restoration before a single procedure begins — mapping implant positions, bridge dimensions, and the final aesthetic outcome, so you know exactly what to expect.
Multiple tooth loss often means significant bone loss in the jaw. Our in-house bone grafting service rebuilds the bone foundation needed for successful implant placement — no outside referral required.
Restoring multiple teeth is an investment — and we make it manageable. Our team will walk you through insurance benefits, CareCredit financing, and in-house payment options at your free consultation.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Answers to the questions we hear most from patients in Hawthorne and across the South Bay.
Not always. For consecutive missing teeth, an implant-supported bridge uses two implant posts to support three or more crowns — so you get more teeth replaced with fewer surgical sites. For non-adjacent missing teeth, individual implants are often recommended. We'll create the most efficient plan for your specific situation.
The initial surgical recovery is similar to a single implant — mild soreness and swelling for 3–5 days. Multiple implants placed in a single session add only slightly to this recovery period. The osseointegration phase (where implants fuse to the bone) takes 3–6 months, after which your final restorations are fitted. Temporary restorations ensure you always have functional teeth throughout.
In most cases, yes. Placing multiple implants in a single appointment is common, efficient, and means one recovery period rather than several. Your dentist will review the number and locations of implants needed and confirm whether a single surgical session is appropriate for your case during your consultation.
Yes — this is one of the most frequent responses from patients after completing treatment. Because implants are anchored in the jawbone, biting and chewing feel identical to natural teeth. The porcelain restorations are custom shade-matched and shaped, so they look completely indistinguishable from natural teeth to anyone else.
Our 3D CBCT scan will precisely measure bone volume and density at every planned implant site. If any areas have insufficient bone, in-house bone grafting can rebuild the necessary foundation. Most patients who have been told they're "not candidates" elsewhere find they are candidates once we review the full 3D picture and consider grafting as part of the treatment plan.
Book a free multiple-implant consultation at our Hawthorne, CA office. We'll assess your bone, map out your full restoration plan, and provide transparent pricing before any treatment begins.