Dental implants · Oakville

Replace a missing tooth with one that looks and feels natural

A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth and supports a crown that looks, feels and works like your own. Our oral and maxillofacial surgeons plan each implant in 3D and place titanium or ceramic (zirconia) implants in our Oakville office.

Book a consultation Call (905) 582-2188

Oral & maxillofacial surgeons
Titanium & zirconia implants
3D CBCT planning
No referral needed

Dr. Martin Cloutier treating a patient at Aspen Oral Surgery

Your consultationAn exam, a 3D scan and a plan for your implant, with a written estimate.

Is this you?

An implant may be right for you if you have…

A missing tooth

A gap from an old extraction, an accident, or a tooth that never formed.

A tooth that can’t be saved

A cracked, broken or badly decayed tooth. Sometimes the implant goes in the same day it’s removed.

A loose bridge or partial denture

Implants hold teeth firmly without clasps or adhesive.

Healthy teeth on either side

Unlike a bridge, an implant doesn’t need the neighbouring teeth to be cut down.

Bone loss where a tooth was

A bone graft can often rebuild the area first. Bone grafting

Several or all teeth missing

Implants can support a bridge or a full set of teeth. Full-arch implants

How it works

Three parts that work like a natural tooth

The implant acts as a new root. Over a few months it fuses with your jawbone, a process called osseointegration, creating a stable base that also helps preserve the bone.

The crown
A custom tooth, matched to your natural teeth in shape and colour, made by your dentist.
The abutment
A small connector that joins the crown to the implant.
The implant
A titanium or ceramic post placed in the jawbone, where the root used to be.

A single implant, simplified. The numbers match the list.

Your options

Titanium or ceramic implants

We offer both. Your surgeon will recommend one based on your bone, your gums and your preferences.

	Titanium implant	Ceramic (zirconia) implant
Track record	Decades of clinical use and research	Newer, with growing clinical evidence
Colour	Grey metal, hidden under the gum and crown	White, tooth-coloured
Material	Titanium alloy	Metal-free ceramic
Often chosen for	Most single teeth, bridges and full-arch cases	Patients who prefer metal-free, or have thin gums in a visible area

Your treatment

From consultation to final crown

Most patients go from implant placement to their final crown in three to six months.

1
Visit 1
Consultation & 3D scan
An exam and CBCT scan to check bone height, width and nearby nerves and sinuses.
2
Planning
A plan with your dentist
We plan the implant position around the crown your dentist will make.
3
Surgery day
Implant placement
With local anesthesia, IV sedation or general anesthesia. A small graft may be added at the same time.
4
A few months
Healing
The implant fuses with the bone. We check your healing at follow-up visits.
5
After healing
Your new crown
Your dentist attaches the final crown, matched to your other teeth.

Your surgical team

Implants placed by oral surgeons and a periodontist

Our oral and maxillofacial surgeons and our periodontist each completed years of specialty training after dental school.

DMD, MSc, FRCD(C), Dipl. ABOMS

Dr. Martin Cloutier

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Trained in oral and maxillofacial surgery and anesthesia at the University of Toronto.

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DDS, MSc

Dr. Justin MacRae

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon with focused training in implant and full-arch reconstruction.

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DDS, MSD, FRCD(C)

Dr. Theo Katsaros

Periodontist, board-certified in Canada and the United States.

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Cost & insurance

What affects the cost

The type of implant
Any bone graft or sinus lift
Local anesthesia, IV sedation or general anesthesia

The implant surgery and your crown are usually billed separately. We give you a written estimate for the surgery after your consultation, and your dentist estimates the crown. We can send a pre-determination to your insurer.

Fees, insurance & CDCP

Recovery

After your implant

First few days: mild swelling, tenderness or bruising is normal.
First week: soft foods, and chew on the other side.
Every day: keep the area clean as instructed.
Long term: brush, floss and see your dentist regularly.

Post-operative instructions One-week guide

Questions

Dental implant FAQ

Don’t see your question? Call us at (905) 582-2188.

Am I a candidate for a dental implant?

Most healthy adults are. Smoking, uncontrolled diabetes and some medications can affect healing, so we review your health and your 3D scan at the consultation.

Is implant surgery painful?

Implants are placed with local anesthesia, and IV sedation or general anesthesia is available. Most patients describe mild soreness for a few days, managed with over-the-counter or prescribed medication.

How long does the whole process take?

Usually three to six months from implant placement to your final crown, and longer if you need a bone graft first.

Can the implant go in the day my tooth is removed?

Sometimes. If the bone and gums are healthy, the implant can be placed right after the extraction. Otherwise we let the site heal first, often with a bone graft.

What if I don’t have enough bone?

A bone graft or sinus lift can rebuild the area, sometimes at the same surgery as the implant. Bone grafting

Titanium or zirconia: which is better?

Both work well. Titanium has the longest track record; zirconia is a metal-free, tooth-coloured option. We’ll recommend one based on your situation.

How long do implants last?

With good home care and regular check-ups, implants can last for many years. The crown may need replacing over time from normal wear.

Is it covered by insurance?

Coverage varies, and many plans cover part of the cost. You’ll get a written estimate, and we can send a pre-determination to your insurer.

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book a consultation directly. Bring your dentist’s name so we can plan your crown together.

Next step

Find out if an implant is right for you

Your consultation includes an exam, a 3D scan if needed, and a clear plan with a written estimate. No referral needed.

Book a consultation Call (905) 582-2188

Replace a missing tooth with one that looks and feels natural

An implant may be right for you if you have…

A missing tooth

A tooth that can’t be saved

A loose bridge or partial denture

Healthy teeth on either side

Bone loss where a tooth was

Several or all teeth missing

Three parts that work like a natural tooth

The crown

The abutment

The implant

Titanium or ceramic implants

From consultation to final crown

Consultation & 3D scan

A plan with your dentist

Implant placement

Healing

Your new crown

Implants placed by oral surgeons and a periodontist

Dr. Martin Cloutier

Dr. Justin MacRae

Dr. Theo Katsaros

What affects the cost

After your implant

Dental implant FAQ

Find out if an implant is right for you

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