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Cosmetic dentistry made affordable with payment plans
Cosmetic dentistry made affordable with payment plans
Losing a tooth affects more than your smile. It can make eating uncomfortable, change the way you speak, and over time, lead to jawbone loss that alters your facial structure. If you are living with one or more missing teeth in Newport Beach, dental implants offer a long-term solution that restores both function and appearance without compromising the healthy teeth around them.
At Newport Beach Dental Center, Dr. Laura Sharbash, DDS, FAGD, D.ABDSM provides comprehensive dental implant treatment tailored to each patient’s oral health and goals. From a single missing tooth to full-arch restoration, the practice offers the full range of implant solutions with a biomimetic philosophy: preserve what is healthy, replace only what is necessary.
Achieve your dream smile with cosmetic dentistry and flexible financing that makes transformation affordable.
Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as artificial tooth roots. These biocompatible posts fuse with your natural bone through a process called osseointegration, creating a stable, permanent foundation for replacement teeth. According to the American Dental Association, three-to-five-year success rates for single-unit dental implants exceed 95 percent.
Once integrated, the implants are topped with custom-crafted crowns, bridges, or dentures designed to match your natural teeth in shape, size, and color. Every implant case at Newport Beach Dental Center begins with one guiding philosophy: preserve what is healthy, replace only what is necessary.
Dental implants offer meaningful advantages over traditional tooth replacement options like dentures and bridges. At Newport Beach Dental Center, the biomimetic approach to implant restoration means every design decision is guided by what best preserves your surrounding natural structures — not just what fills the gap.
Newport Beach Dental Center offers a full range of dental implant solutions to address different tooth replacement needs.
Most implant cases unfold over several months, allowing proper healing between phases. Here is what to expect at each stage.
Newport Beach Dental Center uses advanced technology to support accurate, comfortable implant outcomes.
Most adults with missing teeth are strong candidates for dental implants. Dr. Sharbash evaluates each case individually — even patients previously told they lacked adequate bone may now qualify given advances in bone grafting and implant design. Ideal candidates typically have:
Dental implant treatment is a long-term investment in your oral health, function, and quality of life. While the upfront cost is higher than traditional options, the durability and permanence of implants often make them more cost-effective over a lifetime. Factors that influence cost include the number of implants, any preparatory procedures, the type of restoration, and the materials used.
Newport Beach Dental Center works with most PPO dental insurance plans and offers flexible financing through CareCredit and Cherry. Visit the insurance and financing page to learn more about coverage options.
Dr. Laura Sharbash, DDS, FAGD, D.ABDSM brings a credential set most Newport Beach implant providers do not hold. As a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry — a distinction earned by fewer than 6% of general dentists nationally — and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, she brings a whole-health perspective to every implant case. The FAGD requires 500+ hours of continuing education and a rigorous exam, meaning patients benefit from current, evidence-based technique rather than outdated training.
The biomimetic philosophy that guides restorative work here extends to implant treatment: materials are selected for biocompatibility, restorations are designed to function like natural teeth, and conservative planning means nothing healthy is sacrificed unnecessarily. From your first consultation through long-term follow-up, Dr. Sharbash and the team are with you at every stage. Learn more about her training on the provider bio page or take a look at the office tour.
With proper care, the titanium implant post is designed to last a lifetime. The crown may need replacement after 10–15 years due to normal wear. Traditional bridges typically last 7–10 years and dentures 5–8 years, so implants are usually more cost-effective over time despite a higher upfront cost.
Most patients are surprised by how manageable the procedure is. Local anesthesia is used throughout, and sedation options are available for patients with dental anxiety. Post-procedure discomfort is typically mild and well-managed with over-the-counter medication. Most patients return to normal activity within a day or two.
The complete timeline typically ranges from 3–9 months depending on your situation. This includes consultation, any preparatory procedures like bone grafting, the implant placement appointment, a healing period of 3–6 months for osseointegration, and final restoration. Temporary teeth can be placed during healing so you are never without a smile.
Bone grafting can build up insufficient bone density and create a solid foundation for implants. Advances in grafting techniques and implant design now make treatment possible for many patients who were previously told they were not candidates. Dr. Sharbash will evaluate your specific situation during a consultation and explain all available options.
Coverage varies widely by plan. Many PPO plans now provide partial coverage for implant-related procedures, and related work like extractions or the final crown may be covered even when the implant post itself is not. The team verifies your benefits upfront so you know exactly where you stand before treatment begins. CareCredit and Cherry financing are also available for costs not covered by insurance.
A traditional bridge requires filing down the two healthy adjacent teeth for support. An implant stands independently without affecting neighboring teeth, preserves jawbone, and typically lasts significantly longer. From a biomimetic standpoint, the implant is the more conservative choice because it causes no damage to surrounding healthy tooth structure.
Missing teeth do not have to affect your quality of life long-term. Dental implants at Newport Beach Dental Center can restore your ability to eat the foods you enjoy, speak clearly, and smile with confidence — while preserving the natural structures around them. Call (949) 760-9212 or request an appointment online to schedule your implant consultation with Dr. Sharbash.
