restorative · snohomish, wa
dental implants in snohomish
a permanent replacement for a missing tooth — placed and restored right here, and finished with a crown made to match the rest of your smile.
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what an implant is
an implant has three parts: a small post that takes the place of the root, a connector, and a crown on top. it looks, feels and chews like a natural tooth, keeps the teeth beside it from drifting, and helps preserve the bone underneath.
one implant replaces one tooth. two or more can hold a bridge, or keep a denture from slipping.
- a single missing tooth
- several missing teeth, with an implant-supported bridge
- a loose denture, held in place by implants
- an old bridge or partial you’re ready to replace
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why have it done here
implants often mean two offices: a surgeon for the post, then a dentist for the crown. here, both happen under one roof, with people who already know your mouth — one plan, one place to call.
if your case is better handled by a specialist, we’ll say so and refer you to someone we trust. we only do what we know we do well.
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how it goes
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step 1
consult & plan
an exam, x-rays and an honest conversation about whether an implant is the right fix — and what it will cost, before anything begins.
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step 2
placement
the post is placed here, in a numbed visit. many people are back to their routine the next day.
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step 3
healing
over a few months, the bone bonds to the post. we’ll plan how to keep your smile whole while it heals.
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step 4
the crown
a custom crown, shaded to match your other teeth, is fitted here. after that, it’s checkups like any other tooth.
your dentists
who you’ll see
implants are placed and restored in this office, so the dentist planning your crown is part of the plan from the first visit.
- dr jiwonowner · university of michigan
- dr justinnyu college of dentistry
- dr nessby appointment · university of washington
306 maple ave, snohomish, wa 98290 — on maple ave since 1955, and a short drive from lake stevens, monroe, everett, mill creek, maltby and clearview. park in front or in the back; the office is wheelchair accessible.
open mon 9–5, tue–wed 8–5 and thu 7–4. we accept most private insurance plans and submit the claim for you, and we speak english, korean, spanish, french and afrikaans.
faq
implant questions
how long does the whole thing take?+
usually three to six months from placement to the final crown, most of it healing time. it depends on the tooth and the bone around it — your consultation gives you a real timeline.
does it hurt?+
you’re numb for the placement. afterward, expect some tenderness for a few days. we’ll tell you exactly what to expect, and how to manage it, before we start.
what does it cost?+
it depends on the tooth and whether extra work, like a bone graft, is needed. you’ll hear the options and the cost before anything begins. we accept most private insurance plans and submit the claim for you.
am i a candidate?+
most adults with healthy gums and enough bone are. smoking, uncontrolled diabetes and some medications can slow healing, so we’ll go over your health history and x-rays first.
how long do implants last?+
with good brushing, flossing and checkups, an implant can last for decades. the crown on top may need replacing sooner, like any crown.
reviewed by dr jiwon gwak, dds · november 2026