Our Dental Implant Treatment Philosophy

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants in Stockton

Q: Where should I go for dental implants? How do I choose a dentist?

A: Stockton, California is a very big city and there are many options for where to have your dental implant procedure performed. In fact, you may have so many options that it may be overwhelming and you may not know where to go.

One way to decide which office to have your dental implant procedure done is to shop by price. If you shop around long enough, you may find what you feel is a ‘bargain’ for dental implants. If the procedure is very simple, maybe the ‘bargain’ location is a reasonable choice. 

Q: Am I a candidate?

A: If you are missing a tooth, you might be a candidate for dental implants. The main factor that will determine if an implant can be placed is the amount of bone available at the missing-tooth site. We must also consider your overall health. Some things that will negatively affect the outcome of dental implant procedures is uncontrolled medical conditions and taking medications called bisphosphonates which are sometimes prescribed for osteoporosis.

Q: Is old age a problem?

A: Old age is not a contraindication for dental implants. In fact, most patients seen by prosthodontists are in their "golden years." However, some chronic diseases such as diabetes may have a negative effect on dental implants when the disease is not controlled. We can conduct a thorough evaluation and determine if there is anything in your medical history that may be a concern for dental implant treatment. We will take special percautions accordingly. 

Q: Is the treatment painful?

A: Any surgical procedure will generally cause some level of discomfort. However, patients typically report that a single implant placement does not cause much more than minor soreness. When the procedure is more complex, such as with multiple implant placement and with additional procedures such as bone grafting, the post operative discomfort will increase. We will make sure to give you pain medication as well as antibiotics to help you have a speedy and comfortable recovery. 

Q: What if I don't live in Stockton?

A: Depending on the complexity of your case, we may be able to delivery same day treatment. However, all dental implant procedures require multiple visits--no matter what others may say on their advertisements. Our office is located 15 Minutes from Stockton Metropolitan Airport and 45 minutes from Sacramento International. If you live far away, it may be best to set up a phone consultation first, so that we can be well prepared to offer you the most expedient as well as high-quality treatment. 

This video offers a great explanation of the how dental implants work:

Our services range from single dental implant treatment to full mouth rehabilitation with  All-on-Four and other Implant Denture options.

For a free dental implant consultation call: 209-933-1817

We believe that treatment is an ongoing process. After your implant procedure, we will follow up with you and ask you to come back regularly just for a check-up. This is very important so that you can keep your smile beautiful. This is the way it should be because we truly care about our patients.

It can be difficult to find a clinic where you feel comfortable. So even if you’re a little further away like from Lodi, Modesto, Livermore, or Dublin—we hope to make it worth the drive to Stockton.

If you would like to drop by for a free dental implant consultation, we’re located in Stockton right off of West March Lane and Robinhood drive, by the In-Shape. See you soon! 

​We are not a “cookie-cutter” high volume dental practice. We will treat your special situation with care. We understand that “Teeth-in-A-Day” clinics are very popular these days. If you are a candidate for these types of dental implant procedures, we will certainly offer them. However, this “shotgun” approach is not our philosophy. ​

Dental Procedures offered:

• Permanent fixed Dentures
  
• Dental Implant Bridges
  
• Dental Implant Surgery
  
• Bone Grafting 
• Full-mouth implant rehabilitation
  
• Single-tooth implant restoration
• Immediate loading All-on-Four
  

Dental Implant Specialist

Dr. Ivan R. Chicchon, DDS MSc

We are located near the Brookside Area of Stockton, California. 

Your Dental Implant Specialist in beautiful Stockton, California

In our practice in Stockton, California, we provide specialized dental implant services, dental implant surgery, and implant dentures. Dr. Ivan Chicchon has completed advanced residency training in the specialty of Prosthodontics which focuses on the rehabilitation of the most complex dental cases. He also has extensive, specialized training in implant surgery.

We are dedicated to providing the best quality dental implant treatment, using leading dental implant manufacturers and meticulously artistic dental laboratories. Our promise to you is that we will treat you as we would treat our own family.

​No cutting corners. Nothing less than excellence in our work. Because that is what you deserve. While we are a specialty practice, we recognize the importance of charging a fair price that is reasonable and affordable. 

Give us a call, we look forward to helping you with your dental needs.