Dental Implants in Delray Beach
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Book now →A dental implant is a titanium post placed directly into the jawbone — replacing the root of a missing tooth, not just the crown. Once integrated, it holds a custom porcelain tooth that looks, feels, and functions like the original. With proper care, implants last a lifetime.
Most patients have heard implants are expensive. What they haven't heard: over a ten-year period, an implant almost always costs less than a bridge — which weakens the adjacent teeth — or a denture, which requires ongoing relining, replacement, and the daily friction of something removable in your mouth.
Dr. Ressler has placed 5,871+ implants over 26 years. He performs the surgical placement and the final restoration himself, in this office. Not as a handoff to a specialist. Not across two practices and three appointments with different providers. Start to finish, one doctor who knows your full picture.
The standard model splits implant care between a general dentist and an oral surgeon or periodontist. You see one doctor, get referred to another, come back to the first. Each handoff creates friction — different records, different impressions of your bite, different clinical priorities.
Dr. Ressler trained as both a periodontist and implant surgeon. He evaluates bone density, plans placement angle, performs the surgery, and delivers the final crown. Nothing gets lost in translation because nothing gets handed off.
"Most patients come to me after being told by a general dentist that they need to 'see someone else.' I am the someone else. Having one doctor who can see the whole picture — bone, gum, bite, aesthetics — consistently produces better outcomes."
This also means your timeline is shorter. Coordination delays between providers are one of the biggest reasons implant cases drag on for years. In-house, the surgical phase and the restorative phase happen on your schedule.
Every implant case is different — bone density, number of teeth, gum health, and jaw anatomy all factor into the plan. Below is a general timeline for a single-tooth implant in a patient with healthy bone.
Consultation & imaging
3D cone-beam CT scan to assess bone volume and density. Dr. Ressler reviews your full oral health picture and explains the treatment plan in plain terms — including realistic timelines, costs, and alternatives.
Site preparation (if needed)
If bone grafting or gum treatment is required, this happens first. Dr. Ressler performs all of this in-house — no referrals for gum surgery or bone augmentation.
Implant placement
The titanium post is placed under local anesthesia. Most patients describe the experience as more comfortable than a tooth extraction. Recovery is typically 2–4 days of mild soreness.
Osseointegration
The implant fuses with the jawbone over 3–6 months. A temporary crown keeps the space functional. Dr. Ressler monitors integration at scheduled checkpoints.
Final restoration
Once integration is confirmed, the final porcelain crown is placed and adjusted for your bite. It is matched to adjacent teeth in shape, color, and surface texture.
The most common reason patients are told they "can't" have implants is insufficient bone volume — but in most cases, bone grafting can solve this. The consultation exists precisely to answer this question with imaging, not guesswork.
A single-tooth implant at Ressler Dental ranges from $3,200 to $4,800 depending on whether bone grafting or other preparatory work is needed. This includes the surgical placement, the abutment, and the final crown — no fees broken out separately after the fact.
Most insurance plans do not cover implants, or cover them at a lower rate than alternative restorations. We will verify your benefits before your consultation and give you a written cost estimate before any treatment begins. No surprises.
We offer in-house financing and work with CareCredit for extended payment plans. If the total cost of your case is a concern, tell us at the consultation — there are usually options we can structure around your situation.
"Over a 10-year window, an implant almost always costs less than the alternatives — and it's the only option that preserves the bone underneath. We explain this math at every consultation because patients deserve to make an informed decision."