Dental Implants in Fair Oaks, CA | Pebble Beach Dental

Name: Pebble Beach Dental
Address: 31897 Del Obispo St Suite:100, Fair Oaks, California, 92675, US
Telephone: (916) 347-0575

Dental Implants at Pebble Beach Dental - Transform Your Smile with Expertise

Eat, Smile, and Live Confidently Again

Missing teeth, loose dentures, or painful chewing can affect more than your smile. They can change the way you eat, speak, laugh, and show up in everyday life.

At Pebble Beach Dental, we help patients in Fair Oaks and the Nevada County area replace missing teeth with dental implants designed to look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Whether you are missing one tooth, several teeth, or are tired of dealing with dentures that slip or feel uncomfortable, our team can help you find a long-term solution that gives you your confidence back.

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What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are one of the most trusted ways to replace missing teeth because they are built to feel secure, natural, and dependable.

Instead of sitting on top of your gums like traditional dentures, implants are placed into the jawbone to create a stable foundation for a crown, bridge, or full arch of replacement teeth. That means you can chew more comfortably, smile more freely, and stop worrying about teeth that move when you eat or talk.

Dental Implants May Be Right for You If You Want To:

Enjoy your favorite foods again without discomfort or fear
Smile in photos without feeling embarrassed
Replace loose, uncomfortable, or removable dentures
Fill gaps left by missing teeth
Improve your ability to chew and speak naturally
Restore your confidence after tooth loss
Choose a more stable, long-term tooth replacement option

Implant Options Built Around Your Life

Single Tooth Implants

A single tooth implant can replace one missing tooth without relying on the surrounding teeth for support. It is designed to blend in with your smile and feel natural when you chew, speak, and laugh.

Multiple Teeth Implants

If you are missing several teeth, implant-supported bridges can help restore your bite and give you a stronger, more natural-looking smile without replacing each tooth individually.

All-on-4 Dental Implants

For patients missing most or all of their teeth, All-on-4 dental implants can replace a full arch of teeth using just four strategically placed implants. This can be a life-changing option for patients who want a more secure alternative to removable dentures.

The Implant Process — Step by Step

Your journey from missing teeth to a permanent new smile, mapped from consultation to final restoration.

Free Consultation

3D CT scan, full exam, custom treatment plan, written cost estimate — all at no charge.

Implant Placement

Titanium implants placed with 3D-guided precision. Sedation available. Recovery starts immediately.

Healing & Integration

Implants fuse with your jawbone over 3-6 months. You wear comfortable temporary teeth during this time.

Permanent Smile

Custom-designed permanent teeth attached. Eat, smile, and live like you never lost a tooth.

3D Imaging Technology That Changes Everything

We invested in the i-CAT 3D Imaging System for one reason: precision matters with implants. Unlike traditional 2D x-rays, the i-CAT maps your jaw in three dimensions — showing bone density, nerve pathways, and the exact angle for safe implant placement.

What this means for you:

Safer surgery: Every implant placement is planned before we ever pick up an instrument.
Predictable results: No guesswork — your treatment plan is mapped down to the millimeter.
Less radiation: The i-CAT carries less radiation than a conventional 2D image.
Faster healing: Precise placement means less trauma and a smoother recovery.

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Dental Implant Recovery — What to Expect

Most patients tell us implant recovery was much milder than they expected. Here is a realistic week-by-week picture of what life looks like after dental implant surgery.

Day 1-3

Rest and ice. Mild swelling and tenderness are normal. Most patients control discomfort with prescription medication for the first day or two, then over-the-counter pain relievers. Soft foods: smoothies, yogurt, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs.

Week 1

Back to normal activity. Most patients return to work or light routines within 2-3 days. Swelling resolves. Continue with soft foods. Gentle saltwater rinses replace brushing around the surgical site for the first week.

Weeks 2-4

Eating expands. Pasta, soft proteins, well-cooked vegetables. Discomfort is gone for nearly all patients. Quick 2-week check-in to confirm everything is healing well.

Months 1-3

Implants integrate with bone. The quiet phase — you wear your temporary teeth and live normally. Avoid very hard foods (whole apples, hard nuts) while integration completes.

Months 3-6

Final permanent teeth attached. Once your implants are fully fused to the bone, we replace your temporaries with custom-designed permanent teeth. From this point on, you can eat anything.

Tip: Most patients with desk jobs take just 1-2 days off work. Patients with physical jobs typically take 3-5 days. Plan to have a driver for the procedure day and the day after.

Dental Implant Cost in Fair Oaks

No surprise fees. No add-ons mid-treatment. The cost we quote at your consultation is the cost — and it includes every step from your first scan to your final smile.

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3D CT Scan & Consultation

Full diagnostic imaging plus your personalized treatment plan.

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Surgical Implant Placement

Implants placed using 3D-guided planning.

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Sedation (If Chosen)

Multiple sedation options for patient comfort.

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Temporary or Same-Day Teeth

You leave the office with functional teeth.

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Final Permanent Teeth

Custom-shaped, custom-shaded permanent crowns or bridges.

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Follow-up Care

Post-surgery check-ins through the entire healing period.

Cost varies based on the type and complexity of your case. At your free consultation we provide an exact, written cost estimate — plus a complete walkthrough of your financing options.

$579*

Dental Implant Special

First implant special. Limited-time offer.

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*First implant only. Not valid with other offers or insurance.

$3,000*

Off All-On-4® Implants

New patient special. Limited-time offer.

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*New patients only. Cannot be combined with other offers. Cannot be used with insurance.

Payments as low as $25/mo*

*Based on $579 first-implant special with 24-month 0% promotional financing through CareCredit. Subject to credit approval. Larger treatments have different monthly payments.

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Case Study: A Life-Changing Transformation

Meet John, a 52-year-old who came to us with several missing teeth, affecting his confidence and quality of life. Under Pebble Beach’s expert care, John received multiple dental implants. The transformation was remarkable – John now enjoys a full, radiant smile, renewed confidence, and an improved lifestyle.

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Meet Your Implant-Trained Doctors

Implant dentistry isn’t a side service at Pebble Beach Dental — it’s a core specialty. Both of our doctors have advanced training and years of experience placing and restoring dental implants for patients across Fair Oaks and the surrounding area.

Dr. Michael Atherly

GENERAL & IMPLANT DENTIST

Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)

Dr. Atherly holds Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists — one of the highest credentials in implant dentistry. He completed his dental training at the University of Pittsburgh as a Dean’s List graduate and recipient of the Robert Zugsmith Memorial Scholarship for Meritorious Academic and Clinical Achievements. Before joining Pebble Beach Dental, he served in the US Military providing comprehensive dental care to Marines. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and offers a full range of restorative options including dental implants, veneers, and Clear Correct.

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Dr. Brandon Erickson

GENERAL & IMPLANT DENTIST

DDS, Virginia Commonwealth University • BS, Brigham Young University

Dr. Erickson brings extensive restorative and implant experience, sharpened by clinical practice in ten different countries. He received his BS from Brigham Young University and his DDS from Virginia Commonwealth University. As a former practice owner with experience in both general and pediatric dentistry, he brings a conservative, patient-first treatment philosophy to every implant case at Pebble Beach Dental in Fair Oaks.

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Why Choose Pebble Beach Dental for Dental Implants?

There are several reasons why a patient might choose Pebble Beach Dental in Fair Oaks & Nevada County Area, CA for their dental implants, including:

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Experience You Can Trust

Our team brings years of dental implant experience to each treatment plan, helping patients choose the option that makes the most sense for their smile, health, and long-term goals.

Comfortable Care

We know dental treatment can feel overwhelming, especially if you have been putting it off for a while. Our team focuses on making the experience clear, calm, and comfortable from the first consultation.

Personalized Treatment

No two implant cases are exactly the same. We take the time to understand what you want to fix, what has been bothering you, and what kind of result would make the biggest difference in your life.

Natural-Looking Results

The goal is not just to replace missing teeth. The goal is to create a smile that looks natural, feels secure, and helps you feel confident again.

Implants vs. Dentures

If you wear dentures — or have been told dentures are your only option — there is more to consider. Dental implants outperform traditional dentures on stability, comfort, bone preservation, eating, and longevity.

Stability: Implants never slip. Dentures shift while eating and speaking.
Bone health: Implants preserve jawbone. Dentures accelerate bone loss.
Eating: Implants restore near-natural bite power. Dentures limit what you can eat.
Longevity: Implants are designed to last a lifetime. Dentures need replacement every 5-7 years.

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Real Patient Stories

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Dental Implants — Frequently Asked Questions

How much do dental implants cost in Fair Oaks?

A single dental implant starts at our $579 first-implant special. All-on-4 full-arch restorations save $3,000 for new patients. Cost varies based on the specific case, materials, and sedation needs. At your free consultation we provide an exact written cost estimate plus 0% financing options. Most patients use financing to pay monthly.

Are dental implants painful?

The procedure is done under local anesthesia, with sedation available. Most patients describe recovery as much milder than they expected — comparable to having a few teeth extracted. Most only need prescription pain medication for a day or two.

How long do dental implants last?

With proper care, dental implants are designed to last a lifetime. The crowns or bridges attached to them may need maintenance after many years of use, similar to how natural teeth eventually need crowns.

What is All-on-4?

All-on-4 is a permanent full-arch implant solution that replaces an entire upper or lower row of teeth using just four strategically placed titanium implants. By angling the back implants, we can often avoid bone grafting. Most patients leave the office the same day with a fixed full-arch set of teeth.