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Dental Implants in Charlotte, NC - Permanent Teeth, Expert Care
Missing one or more teeth affects more than your smile. It changes how you eat, how you speak, and how you feel about yourself. Over time it can accelerate bone loss in your jaw, shift neighboring teeth, and alter your facial structure. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that addresses all of these consequences at the root level, replacing both the visible crown and the underlying tooth root with a permanent titanium post that fuses directly with your jawbone.
At Charlotte Dental Arts, every implant procedure is placed and restored under one roof by Dr. Edwin Porter, DDS, DICOI, FAGD, a Charlotte native with over 25 years of implant experience and a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (DICOI). The DICOI is an implant-specific credential held by a small fraction of general dentists. It signals training and clinical examination at the level of a dedicated implant specialist. No referrals to an outside oral surgeon. No split care between providers. Your consultation, surgery, and final restoration all happen here, with the same doctor guiding every step. According to the American Dental Association, long-term research shows dental implants achieve success rates above 95% over decades, making them the most predictable tooth replacement available.
How Dental Implants Work
A dental implant replicates the full structure of a natural tooth using three components: a titanium post placed surgically into your jawbone, an abutment connector, and a custom crown, bridge, or prosthesis on top. The titanium post undergoes osseointegration, bonding directly with your bone over a healing period of three or more months and creating a permanent, stable anchor that functions exactly like a natural root.
This root-level foundation is what separates implants from every other replacement option. Dental bridges require filing down adjacent healthy teeth for support. Dentures rest on the gum surface and provide no stimulation to the jawbone, accelerating bone loss over time. Implants preserve and actively stimulate the jaw, maintaining both function and facial structure for the long term.
Dr. Porter uses CBCT cone beam imaging and fully guided surgical techniques for every implant case, mapping your implant position in precise 3D before surgery begins and executing it with a surgical guide accurate to the millimeter. CEREC same-day crown technology allows final restorations to be milled and seated in-house, often in a single visit.
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Your Dental Implant Treatment Process
Every implant case at Charlotte Dental Arts follows a structured, transparent process. Here is what to expect from your first appointment through your final restoration.
Step 1: Consultation and Imaging. We review your dental and medical history, take digital x-rays, and perform a full CBCT cone beam scan to assess bone density, nerve locations, and optimal implant positioning. A custom treatment plan is created before you leave. Take our implant candidacy quiz to see if implants may be right for your situation.
Step 2: Preparatory Procedures (if needed). Some patients require a tooth extraction or bone graft before implant placement. We perform these procedures in-house and allow appropriate healing time before moving to surgery.
Step 3: Implant Placement Surgery. Using a computer-generated surgical guide, Dr. Porter places your titanium implant post with guided precision. You will be comfortable under sedation. Most patients report the procedure is far less involved than expected. In many cases a temporary crown is placed the same day so you leave with a functional tooth.
Step 4: Healing and Osseointegration. Over the next three to six months your implant fuses with the surrounding bone. Temporary teeth are in place during this period so you can eat and function comfortably while healing progresses.
Step 5: Final Restoration. Once osseointegration is confirmed, your permanent crown, bridge, or prosthesis is fabricated, often same-day using our in-house CEREC system, and seated. Your implant is now complete and indistinguishable from a natural tooth.
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Why Dr. Porter's Credentials Set Charlotte Dental Arts Apart
Dr. Porter’s training and credentials place him among a small group of general dentists qualified to perform implant surgery at a specialist level, all in-house at Charlotte Dental Arts.
- DICOI Diplomate (International Congress of Oral Implantologists) — the highest implant credential available to general dentists, held by fewer than 1% of dentists nationally. Earned through advanced coursework, surgical case documentation, and a rigorous clinical examination.
- FAGD Fellow (Academy of General Dentistry) — top 6% of general dentists nationally for continuing education and clinical breadth. Requires 500+ documented hours and a comprehensive examination.
- Advanced Postgraduate Training — Pankey Institute, Spear Education, and Dawson Academy, three of the most respected restorative programs in the country.
- CEREC Visiting Faculty — Dr. Porter teaches at the CEREC digital training facility in Scottsdale, AZ, and has completed more than 6,000 CEREC restorations in-house.
- 20+ Consecutive Charlotte Top Dentist Awards — recognized by Charlotte Magazine every year for over two decades.
Every stage of your implant treatment happens at Charlotte Dental Arts: consultation, 3D imaging, extraction, bone grafting, surgery, and final crown fabrication. No outside referrals. No split care. One doctor, one team, one standard of care from start to finish.
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Most adults with one or more missing teeth are candidates for dental implants. You are likely a good candidate if you have adequate jawbone density to support the implant post, healthy gum tissue, and no uncontrolled systemic conditions such as unmanaged diabetes that would impair healing.
You may still be a candidate even if you have experienced bone loss. Bone grafting is a routine procedure performed in-house at Charlotte Dental Arts that rebuilds lost bone density and creates the foundation needed for successful implant placement. A sinus lift may be recommended for bone loss in the upper jaw. These preparatory procedures extend the overall timeline but do not diminish implant outcomes.
The best way to determine candidacy is a CBCT scan and consultation with Dr. Porter. Take our implant candidacy quiz or call (704) 397-4332 to schedule your free consultation.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in Charlotte, NC?
At Charlotte Dental Arts in Charlotte, the cost of a single dental implant ranges from $2,700 to $5,500, with financing options available starting at $119/month. Our single dental implants provide a permanent, natural-looking solution that preserves your jawbone and surrounding teeth with the strength and functionality of your natural tooth. For a full breakdown of all implant pricing including All-on-4 and implant-supported dentures, see our dental implant cost guide for Charlotte, NC.
The Lasting Benefits of Dental Implants
- Dental function for proper biting and chewing
- Aesthetic restorations for a natural look and feel
- Complete smile makeover to dramatically boost confidence
- Improvements to oral health and physical health
- Significantly better overall quality of life
Your Dental Implant Options at Charlotte Dental Arts
Single Tooth Implant — one titanium post topped with a custom crown. The most common implant case, replacing a single missing tooth without affecting neighboring teeth.
Implant-Supported Bridge — two implant posts supporting a bridge that replaces two or more consecutive missing teeth. No healthy teeth are filed down or used as anchors.
Implant-Supported Denture (Snap-On) — implants placed in the jaw that a removable denture clips onto for dramatically improved stability and comfort over traditional dentures.
Full-Arch Fixed Bridge (All-on-4 / All-on-6) — four or six strategically placed implants permanently support a full arch of teeth. No removal, no adhesives. See our All-on-4 page for details.
In all cases the implant post, any bone grafting, and the final crown or prosthesis are completed in-house at Charlotte Dental Arts by Dr. Porter.
- Single Dental Implants
- Implant Supported Bridge
- Implant Supported Dentures
Making Dental Implants Affordable in Charlotte, NC
We offer multiple financing options to make implant treatment accessible regardless of budget.
CareCredit — healthcare credit card with promotional 0% APR financing periods. Apply in minutes and use the same day.
Cherry — flexible payment plans starting as low as $119/month with fast approval for a range of credit profiles.
Proceed Finance — extended long-term financing for larger treatment plans including full-arch restorations.
Charlotte Dental Arts Dental Savings Program — an in-house membership plan for patients without insurance that includes discounts on implant consultations and treatment.
View all financing and insurance options or call (704) 397-4332 to speak with our treatment coordinator.
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