Dental Implants · Temecula, CA
Dental implants on Jefferson
Dr. Nathan Cole and Dr. Victoria Sato place implants at Temecula. Dr. Sato handles upper back teeth that need a sinus lift, and Dr. Cole often combines an implant with a bone graft at the same visit.
- Cost
- From $3,900
- Time
- About an hour to place one implant. Typically four to seven months from placement to the final crown.
- Insurance
- Many dental plans now cover part of an implant or its crown as a major service, subject to your annual maximum.
Your implants team in Temecula
Who you’ll see
Dr. Nathan Cole and Dr. Victoria Sato provide implants at this office. Not sure it’s right for you? Start with a consultation: your surgeon reviews your scan, explains the options and gives you one written quote first.
Why it helps
Why patients choose Implants in Temecula
Fixed and natural-looking
An implant crown is anchored in bone and shaded to match, so it doesn't shift and looks like your own tooth.
Leaves neighboring teeth alone
Unlike a traditional bridge, an implant doesn't require reshaping the healthy teeth on either side of the gap.
Helps preserve bone
An implant carries chewing forces into the jaw, which helps slow the bone loss that follows losing a tooth.
Planned before surgery day
A 3D CBCT scan and a digital plan mean your surgeon knows exactly where the implant will go before you sit down.
The process
What to expect, step by step
Typical timeline: About an hour to place one implant. Typically four to seven months from placement to the final crown.
- 01
Complimentary consultation and CBCT
Your surgeon examines the area, takes a 3D scan and explains your options, including alternatives to an implant.
- 02
Digital plan and one quote
The implant is planned around the final tooth, and you receive one written estimate covering every step.
- 03
Implant placement
With local anesthetic, and IV sedation if you like, the implant is placed, often through a 3D-printed guide.
- 04
Healing
Over about three to six months the bone bonds to the implant. A temporary tooth fills a visible gap.
- 05
Abutment and crown
Once the implant is stable, a custom abutment and crown are attached, by us or by your own dentist.
Visiting us
Getting to Molly Temecula
From the I-15, exit Winchester Rd and head west, then turn left on Jefferson Ave. From the I-215, continue onto the I-15 south and use the same exit. We are on the west side of Jefferson, south of Winchester.
Parking: Free parking directly in front of our ground-floor suite.
Serving: Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar, Fallbrook, French Valley.
Reviews from Temecula
Patients near you say
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Had my wisdom teeth out with Dr. Cole the week after graduation. The team was calm and explained everything to my mom. Back to normal in about five days.
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Dr. Sato replaced my upper and lower teeth. Jordan Ellis handled the anesthesia and I remember nothing of the surgery. Dr. Sato called me that night. Three months on, I had my first steak in six years at a winery dinner.
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Dr. Cole put four implants under my lower denture. He took his time explaining fixed versus removable and never pushed the expensive option. So nice not to drive to Riverside anymore.
Is it right for you?
You may be a good candidate if…
- Adults missing one or more teeth, or with a tooth that cannot be saved
- People with enough jawbone, or who are willing to have a graft to rebuild it
- Patients with healthy gums, or gum disease that has been treated
- Non-smokers, or smokers willing to stop around the time of surgery
- Patients whose diabetes or other medical conditions are well controlled
Recovery tips
- Expect mild swelling and tenderness for two to three days. Ice and over-the-counter pain relief usually help.
- Eat soft foods and chew on the other side for about a week, or as your surgeon advises.
- Avoid smoking and vaping during healing. Both slow the bone's bond with the implant.
- Rinse gently with salt water from the day after surgery and keep the area clean with a soft brush.
- Once the crown is on, brush and floss around it daily. A water flosser works well.
- Keep regular cleanings and exams so the gum and bone around the implant can be checked.
FAQ
Implants in Temecula: answered
Do I have to drive to Riverside for any part of it?
No. Consultation, 3D scan, surgery and follow-ups all happen in Temecula.
What does an implant cost?
From $3,900 for the implant, abutment and crown. Grafting, if needed, is listed in your written estimate.
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Ready to talk about implants in Temecula?
Book a consultation online in about a minute. You’ll meet your surgeon, see your scan, and leave with one written quote before anything is scheduled.