Losing a tooth changes more than your smile. It changes how you eat, how you speak and, to be frank, how you feel about yourself. Bridges and dentures solve part of the problem. An implant replaces the whole tooth, root included.
An implant is a titanium post that replaces the root of the missing tooth. It integrates with the jawbone and creates a base as firm as the original. On top goes a custom-made crown that matches the color and shape of your natural teeth. It doesn't move, needs no adhesive and doesn't harm the teeth next to it.
PureSmile Miami opens November 1, 2026 in Kendall. We will offer implants with 3D digital planning, bilingual care and a clear price in writing before we start.
Published studies report dental implant success rates of 95 to 98 percent at ten years. But the real advantage isn't only that they last.
They preserve bone. When you lose a tooth, the bone that held it begins to resorb because it no longer gets stimulation from the root. Over the years, that makes facial features sink in, the look you see in people who have worn dentures for a long time. An implant stimulates the bone like a natural root and slows that deterioration. Bridges and dentures don't do that.
They protect neighboring teeth. A traditional bridge requires reshaping the two healthy teeth on either side to hold the replacement tooth. An implant stands on its own, and your healthy teeth stay intact.
They work like real teeth. You can eat meat, bite into an apple and laugh without covering your mouth. They're fixed in place, don't move or click, and don't force you to change your diet.
They're built to last. With good hygiene, the titanium post can last a lifetime. The crown on top usually lasts between 15 and 25 years. A bridge lasts 7 to 15 years and a denture 5 to 8.
1. Evaluation and 3D imaging. We scan your jaw to see bone density, nerve position and how close the sinus is. We show you the images and explain whether you're a candidate.
2. Planning. With that data, the exact position, angle and depth are planned. Some cases need a bone graft first. If that's your case, we'll tell you from the start, along with how it affects the timeline.
3. Placement. The post is placed in the bone under local anesthesia. Most patients describe it as less uncomfortable than an extraction. It takes 30 to 60 minutes per implant and you go home the same day.
4. Integration with the bone. Over three to six months, the implant fuses with the bone. In the meantime you wear a temporary crown and go about your normal life.
5. Final crown. Once the implant has integrated, the final crown is placed, custom-made to match the color and shape of your teeth.
Single implant. Replaces one tooth with one implant and one crown. It's the most common and straightforward case.
Implant-supported bridge. When two or more teeth in a row are missing, two implants can support a bridge between them. It reduces cost and surgical time compared with placing individual implants.
All-on-4 or full arch. For people who have lost all the teeth in an arch, four to six well-placed implants support a complete fixed denture. For someone who wears a removable denture today, the change is huge: no more adhesive, no more slipping while eating, no more taking it out at night.
Most adults with missing teeth are. You need enough bone density (or to be willing to have a graft), healthy gums and reasonable general health. Smoking lowers the success rate but doesn't rule it out with good planning. With uncontrolled diabetes, it's best to stabilize blood sugar first. Age is rarely an obstacle: implants are successfully placed in people in their 70s and 80s.
We'll be clear about this, because it's the question we hear most. In the Miami market, a single implant with a crown typically ranges from $3,000 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the case and whether a bone graft is needed. A full arch costs more, but it replaces the entire set of teeth.
The perspective that matters: an implant can last a lifetime, while a bridge lasts 7 to 15 years and also requires reshaping two healthy teeth. Over twenty years, an implant can end up costing less in the long run.
On insurance, the plain truth: some Medicare Advantage plans and some PPOs contribute part of the cost of the implant or the crown, and others don't cover implants at all because they classify them as elective. There's no rule that applies to everyone. That's why verification is free: we review your plan, tell you what it contributes and what it doesn't, and give you the breakdown in writing before we start. If your plan covers nothing, we give you the self-pay price and payment plan options, so cost doesn't have to be the reason you go without treatment.
With a treatment this significant, clarity matters even more.
Our commitment: a clear price in writing before we touch anything, someone who answers the phone, and the whole explanation in your language, with the time you need to understand the treatment you're getting.
Does getting an implant hurt?
The surgery is done under local anesthesia, so you shouldn't feel pain during it. Most people say it's less uncomfortable than an extraction. Afterwards there is mild discomfort for three to five days, managed with regular pain relievers.
How long does an implant last?
The titanium post can last a lifetime with good hygiene. The crown usually lasts 15 to 25 years.
Does my Medicare Advantage plan cover implants?
It depends on the plan, and here we'd rather be honest than oversell. Some Medicare Advantage plans with a dental benefit and some PPOs contribute part of the cost, usually under major restorative services. Others don't cover implants. We verify yours for free before giving you an estimate and tell you the truth either way. Also keep in mind that in most plans the dental benefit renews every year and whatever you don't use is lost.
Can I get implants if I wear dentures?
Yes, and it's often a change people really appreciate. An implant-supported denture eliminates adhesive, slipping and limits on what you can eat.
What if I don't have enough bone?
A bone graft can rebuild the area to support the implant. It adds three to six months of waiting while it heals, but it opens the door for many people who were told they weren't candidates.
Can the consultation be in Spanish?
Absolutely. The entire conversation can be in Spanish or English, whichever you prefer. With a treatment like this, understanding every detail is essential.
