Santa Monica residents looking for dental implants have options, but few practices along the corridor can match the clinical credentials and technology available at Wilshire Oral Surgery and Implant Center. Our office at 12300 Wilshire Blvd #326, Los Angeles, CA 90025 sits at the eastern end of the Wilshire corridor, reachable from Santa Monica in roughly 10 to 15 minutes by car heading east. For patients who live near Ocean Avenue, Montana Avenue, or Pico Boulevard, the drive is direct and involves no freeway. For those closer to the I-10, access via the 405 or Olympic Boulevard is equally straightforward.
Santa Monica draws a patient base that includes tech and entertainment professionals, healthcare workers from Providence Saint John’s Health Center and UCLA Health clinics, and a large population of health-conscious adults who want expert care with minimal disruption to their schedules. Wilshire Oral Surgery and Implant Center is designed around that mindset. Learn about our surgeons and our approach to treatment before you schedule your consultation.
A dental implant is not just a cosmetic decision. For many patients, it is the difference between preserving jawbone density long-term and experiencing progressive bone loss that limits future treatment options. When a tooth is lost, the bone that once supported it begins to resorb within months. An implant, which acts as an artificial root, stimulates the bone and halts that process in a way that bridges and dentures cannot.
For Santa Monica patients who value longevity in their healthcare decisions, an implant typically represents the best long-term investment. It does not involve reducing adjacent healthy teeth the way a bridge does, and it does not require adhesives or overnight removal the way a partial denture does. According to the National Library of Medicine, dental implants are one of the most well-documented tooth replacement options available, with outcomes established over decades of clinical research.
The first step is a consultation that includes a clinical evaluation and Cone Beam 3D imaging of the implant site. This imaging gives us a precise three-dimensional view of your bone volume, root proximity, and anatomy, which we use to plan placement before any surgery begins. We share the imaging findings with you and explain the recommended approach clearly before you commit to any treatment.
If your bone volume at the implant site is insufficient, a bone grafting procedure may be recommended prior to implant placement. Once adequate bone is present, the titanium implant is placed surgically under local anesthesia or IV sedation. After a healing period for osseointegration, your general dentist or prosthodontist completes the final crown, which we coordinate closely with your referring provider throughout.
The cost of dental implants depends on the number of implants, whether bone grafting is required, and your insurance coverage. Many PPO plans accepted in the Santa Monica area, including Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield, provide partial coverage for implant-related procedures when they are medically indicated. We verify your benefits before scheduling surgery and provide itemized estimates upfront.
For costs not covered by insurance, we offer flexible payment options through CareCredit, Alphaeon, and Cherry financing. You can also review our insurance and financing page for a full overview of how we handle billing and coverage verification for Santa Monica and Westside patients.
Implant surgery at Wilshire Oral Surgery and Implant Center is performed exclusively by our two board-certified surgeons. Dr. Jonathan R. Shadi earned his bachelor’s degree in neuroscience at UCLA and his DDS at the USC School of Dentistry, graduating on the Dean’s List and receiving the John Ingle Research Award in 2009. Dr. Saman Vahedi, a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, completed his residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident in 2013 and 2014. Both surgeons bring hospital-trained precision to every case.
Learn more about our team and their combined clinical backgrounds at Wilshire Oral Surgery and Implant Center.
Most patients from Santa Monica reach our office in 10 to 15 minutes heading east on Wilshire Boulevard or Olympic Boulevard. There is no freeway required. Our address is 12300 Wilshire Blvd #326, Los Angeles, CA 90025, which is near the corner of Wilshire and Bundy.
This depends on how many teeth are missing and the condition of your remaining teeth and jawbone. A single missing tooth requires one implant. Multiple missing teeth may be replaced with individual implants or with an implant-supported bridge. We assess this during your consultation and make a recommendation based on your imaging and clinical findings.
Not all patients do. A bone graft is needed when there is insufficient bone volume to securely support an implant. This is more common when a tooth has been missing for some time and bone resorption has occurred. We determine this through Cone Beam 3D imaging at your consultation.
Some Delta Dental PPO plans provide partial coverage for implant-related procedures, particularly when the implant replaces a tooth lost due to a covered condition. Coverage varies significantly by plan and employer. We contact your insurer before your procedure to verify exactly what is covered and what your estimated out-of-pocket cost will be.
Yes. We work with CareCredit, Alphaeon, and Cherry financing, all of which offer payment plans designed for elective and surgical dental procedures. Many plans have low-interest or deferred-interest options depending on your creditworthiness. We can walk you through financing options at your consultation.
Most patients return to normal daily activity within two to three days of the implant placement procedure. The longer healing process involves osseointegration, where the implant fuses with the surrounding bone, which typically takes three to six months. This phase is largely passive and does not affect your daily routine.
Whether you need a single implant or are evaluating more comprehensive tooth replacement, Wilshire Oral Surgery and Implant Center offers the board-certified surgical expertise, in-house imaging, and sedation capability to handle your case from start to finish. We are a short drive east from Santa Monica and ready to build a treatment plan that works around your schedule.
Request an appointment online or reach us through our contact page. We serve patients from throughout the Westside, including Santa Monica, West Los Angeles, and Westwood. View all the communities we serve on the Westside.
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