Boatman Dental
Dental Implants Near Walker, CA
Dental implants at Boatman Dental, a general dental practice in Minden, NV, about 35 miles from Walker, CA.
Dental Implants Near Walker, CA
Boatman Dental is a general dental practice in Minden, Nevada. We place and restore dental implants for patients who are missing one or more teeth.
Our office is about 35 miles from Walker.
About Dental Implants
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone where a tooth is missing. After the bone heals around the post, a crown is attached on top. Implants can also be used to support a bridge or a denture.
We place and restore implants at our Minden office. Treatment is done under local anesthesia. We do not offer sedation.
Some patients need bone grafting before or during implant placement, usually when bone has been lost where the tooth used to be. Not everyone is a candidate for implants. Bone volume, gum health, smoking, and some medical conditions can all affect whether an implant is suitable. Bridges and dentures are other ways to replace missing teeth, and we can talk through each option with you.
What to Expect
The first visit is an exam, with X-rays as needed, to look at the site and your overall dental health. We talk through your options, including alternatives to an implant. We explain the treatment plan and its cost before any treatment begins.
If you go ahead, the implant is placed at one appointment. The bone is then given time to heal around the post, and the crown is attached at a later visit. The number of visits depends on the case, including whether bone grafting is needed.
Getting Here from Walker
From Walker, take US Highway 395 north through Coleville and past Topaz Lake into Nevada, then through Gardnerville to Minden. The drive is about 35 miles, roughly 45 to 55 minutes. Drive times vary with traffic, weather, and road conditions. Please call before you make the drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I a candidate for a dental implant?
That depends on your bone, your gums, and your general health. We can tell you more after an exam.
What if I don't have enough bone for an implant?
Bone grafting may make an implant possible in some cases. We will discuss it with you if it applies.
Do you accept my insurance?
Coverage depends on your plan. Call our office with your insurance information and we can talk through how it applies before your visit.
How much does a dental implant cost?
Cost depends on the treatment you need, which we can't know before an exam. We explain the treatment plan and its cost before any treatment begins.
Contact Boatman Dental
Boatman Dental
1624 Library Ln, Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-8176
Request an appointment online or call our office.
About 35 miles from Walker via US Highway 395.