Missing teeth can impact much more than your appearance — they can affect your health, confidence, and quality of life.
At Monterey Peninsula Dental Implant Center, we help patients regain all three with advanced dental implant solutions, tailored to each individual smile. Whether you’re missing a single tooth or an entire arch, we’re here to restore your function, confidence, and comfort — all under one roof.
If you’ve lost one or more teeth — or are struggling with failing or severely decayed teeth — you’re not alone. Tooth loss can cause:
Difficulty chewing and eating your favorite foods
Jawbone loss, leading to facial sagging or a sunken appearance
Speech changes
Embarrassment in social situations
An overall decline in oral and physical health
Dental implants are considered the gold standard in modern tooth replacement. Unlike bridges or dentures, implants mimic the function of natural tooth roots, protecting your jawbone and securely supporting your new teeth for decades to come.
What Are Dental Implants?
A Permanent, Natural-Looking Tooth Replacement
A dental implant is a three-part system that includes:
Implant post: A titanium or ceramic screw placed in your jawbone to act like a tooth root
Abutment: A connector that attaches the restoration to the implant post
Restoration: A dental crown, bridge, or full-arch prosthesis that looks and functions like natural teeth
Implants are secure, durable, and fully customized. Whether you're replacing one tooth or rebuilding an entire arch, dental implants restore both function and aesthetics — so you can eat, speak, and smile with confidence again.
Advanced Full-Arch Restoration for Life-Changing Results
All-on-X: A Full Smile, Often in One Day
For patients missing most or all of their teeth, our All-on-X full arch dental implants offer a transformative solution. This treatment uses four to six implants per arch to support a fixed, natural-looking set of teeth. Learn more about Full Arch Implants
With advanced planning and guided surgical techniques, many of our patients receive their implants and new smile in just one visit — the same day as their surgery. It’s faster, more efficient, and delivers stunning results. Learn more about Teeth in a Day.
Restores your ability to chew and speak comfortably
Maintains facial structure and prevents jawbone loss
Looks and feels like natural teeth
Provides unmatched stability — no slipping or clicking
Can last a lifetime with proper care
Dental implants are not just a cosmetic fix — they’re a life-enhancing solution that improves health, appearance, and confidence.
Your Personalized Implant Journey
From Consultation to Final Smile, We’re With You Every Step
Your journey begins with a personal consultation with Dr. Paraon N. DeQuiroz. Using advanced 3D diagnostics, he’ll evaluate your oral health and create a fully customized treatment plan based on your needs, goals, and budget.
Once approved, your implant surgery will be performed on-site, and in many cases, temporary teeth are placed the same day. Healing times vary, but throughout your process, we ensure comfort, clear communication, and beautiful, functional results.
A healthier, more confident smile is closer than you think. Schedule your consultation today with Monterey Peninsula Dental Implant Center in Santa Cruz and discover what’s possible.
