Replace your missing teeth
Dental Implants in Wayne, NJ
Dental implants replace the root of a missing tooth, so your new tooth is anchored in place like your natural ones. Dr. Steven Reff places implants right here in our Wayne office and we make your new teeth here too.
Is an implant right for you?
Who Dental Implants Can Help
Most people start looking into implants for one of four reasons. Whichever one brought you here, there's usually an implant option that fits.
01
You're Missing One Tooth
A single tooth implant fills the gap without reshaping the healthy teeth on either side of it.
02
You're Missing Several Teeth
A few implants can hold a bridge, so you don't need an implant for every tooth you've lost.
03
A Tooth Can't Be Saved
If a tooth is cracked or failing, we can plan its replacement before it comes out.
04
Your Dentures Slip
Implants can hold your denture in place, so it stays put when you talk or eat, with no adhesive.
Not sure which one describes you? Call (973) 595-8700 and we'll talk through your options.
Your options
Types of Dental Implants, From One Tooth to a Full Arch
Every option starts with a small implant post in the jawbone. What goes on top depends on how many teeth you're replacing. Dr. Reff places them all here.
Single-Tooth Implant
One implant post holds one custom crown, made here in our office to match your other teeth. The healthy teeth beside it stay untouched.
Often chosen for One missing or failing tooth
Fixed in place
Implant-Supported Bridge
Two implants hold a bridge of several connected teeth to close a longer gap. Unlike a regular bridge, it doesn't rely on your natural teeth for support.
Often chosen for Two or more missing teeth in a row
Fixed in place
Full-Arch Implants
A complete row of teeth fixed to several implants, often four. You may have seen it called All-on-4. It stays in your mouth, so there's nothing to take out at night.
Often chosen for Replacing all of the upper or lower teeth
Fixed in place
Snap-In Implant Dentures
A full upper or lower denture that snaps onto implants, so it holds steady without adhesive. You unsnap it at home each day to clean it.
Often chosen for Denture wearers who want a steadier fit
Removable
Sometimes needed before an implant
- Tooth extraction
- If a tooth has to come out first, we do that here too. Sometimes the implant can go in at the same visit.
- Bone grafting
- Rebuilds bone where it has thinned, so the implant has a solid base. It often makes implants possible when bone was too thin.
- Sinus lift
- Adds bone under the sinus when there isn't enough height to hold an implant for an upper back tooth.
Your implant dentist in Wayne
Placed and Restored in One Office
Many practices send you to a surgeon for the implant, then back to your dentist for the tooth. Here, one team does both, so you won't start over with someone new.
Dr. Steven Reff, who places our implants, graduated at the top of his dental school class. He trained in surgical dentistry at Columbia University and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, then returned to Columbia to teach other dentists.
- Every type of implant, from a single tooth to a full arch
- CEREC implant crowns made here, often in one visit
- Extractions and bone grafting here too, if needed
What to expect
The Dental Implant Procedure, Step by Step
Step 1 of 6
Find out what's right for you
We'll examine your mouth, take X-rays, and talk through every option, including ones that aren't implants. You'll know your cost before you decide.
Step 2 of 6
A plan built around your mouth
Your plan maps where each implant goes and what it will hold. If a tooth needs to come out or bone needs rebuilding, that's in the timeline from the start.
Step 3 of 6
Placing the implant
Dr. Reff numbs the area before he begins and most patients tolerate the procedure well. Placing a single implant usually takes one visit.
Step 4 of 6
Letting it bond with the bone
Over the next few months, the bone grows around the implant and holds it firmly in place. In many cases, a temporary tooth fills the gap while you heal.
Step 5 of 6
Your new tooth, made here
Once the implant has healed, we attach your crown, bridge, or denture. It's designed here to fit your bite and match the color of your other teeth.
Step 6 of 6
Caring for it like your own teeth
Brush and floss around your implant the way you do your natural teeth. Regular checkups help keep the gums around it healthy, which is what keeps it strong.
Ready to take the first step? Call (973) 595-8700 to book your consultation.
After your implant
What Dental Implant Recovery Is Usually Like
Here's what the first few days usually look like. Our team will go over it with you before your visit, so nothing comes as a surprise.
Some tenderness at first
Mild soreness or swelling is normal for a few days. It eases a little each day. We'll tell you exactly what helps.
Softer foods for a while
Choose softer foods while the area heals, then work back to your usual meals. We'll let you know when it's time.
Back to your routine
Many people get back to their usual day soon after. How soon depends on your procedure, so we'll help you plan around it.
A follow-up visit
We'll see you again to check that everything is healing the way it should before your new tooth goes on.
Questions about recovery? Call (973) 595-8700 and we'll walk you through it.
Your first visit
Request a Dental Implant Consultation in Wayne, NJ
Leave your name and number. We'll call to set up your visit. You'll leave the consultation knowing your options and what they'd cost, before you decide anything.
What happens at your consultation
- A careful look at your teeth, gums, and jawbone
- Every option explained, including alternatives to implants
- Your exact cost, with insurance checked, before you commit
- No pressure to decide that day
Cost and insurance
How Much Dental Implants Cost in Wayne, NJ
Every case is different. Here's what sets your dental implant price and how to pay.
What sets your price
How many teeth you're replacing
One implant for one tooth, several for a full arch.
What goes on top
Crowns, bridges, and dentures each cost differently.
Any work needed first
An extraction or bone graft, only if you need one.
Your insurance plan
Coverage varies, so we'll check your plan for you.
Ways to pay
Dental insurance
Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, and more.
HSA or FSA
Implants usually qualify for pre-tax payment.
Payment plans and financing
A payment plan, CareCredit, or Cherry.
No dental insurance
You'll still get your exact cost up front.
Your coverage and cost, confirmed before you start. We'll verify your insurance and give you your exact cost before any treatment begins.
Frequently asked questions
Common Questions About Dental Implants
Am I a good candidate for dental implants?
Most adults who are missing teeth can be considered. What matters most is healthy gums and enough bone to hold the implant. If bone has thinned, it can often be rebuilt with a graft. We'll check all of this at your consultation.
Does getting a dental implant hurt?
The area is numbed before we begin and most patients tolerate the procedure well. Some tenderness afterward is normal for a few days. We'll tell you what to expect and what helps before your visit.
How long does the dental implant process take?
It depends on your case. An implant usually needs a few months to bond with the bone before your final tooth goes on. If a tooth needs to come out or bone needs rebuilding first, that adds time. We'll give you a realistic timeline at your consultation.
How long do dental implants last?
Implants are designed as a long-term way to replace teeth. How long yours lasts depends on your oral health, your habits, and regular checkups. Caring for it like your natural teeth is the biggest part.
What's the difference between implant dentures and All-on-4?
Both use implants to hold a full row of teeth. Implant dentures snap onto the implants and you take them out each day to clean them. A full-arch bridge, often called All-on-4, is fixed in place, so only your dentist removes it. We'll help you weigh which one suits you.
How much does a dental implant cost without insurance?
It depends on how many teeth you're replacing, what goes on top, and whether you need an extraction or bone graft first. We'll give you your exact cost at your consultation, before you decide. Payment plans, CareCredit, Cherry, and HSA or FSA funds can all help spread the cost.