Dental Implants in Carrollwood, FL — Placed and Restored In-House
No Oral Surgeon Referral. No Extra Appointments. One Trusted Team From Start To Finish.
Placed & Restored In-House | Fellow ICOI — 30+ Years Experience | 3D Guided Placement
Accepting New Patients | Financing Available | Most PPO Accepted
Why Choose Tampa Dental Wellness for Your Dental Implants?
- Implants placed AND restored in-house: Most dental offices refer you to an oral surgeon for placement, then send you back for restoration. We do both here. One team, one office, with seamless care.
- Dr. Creech-Gionis, Fellow ICOI, with 30+ years of implant experience: The International Congress of Oral Implantologists fellowship is among the highest implant credentials in dentistry.
- 3D cone-beam CT guided placement: Every implant is planned in 3D before your first appointment, which means precise positioning, predictable outcomes and faster healing for you.
- Spanish-speaking doctor and staff: Complex implant consultations are easier when there’s no language barrier. Our bilingual team is here for you.
Tampa Dental Wellness of Carrollwood is a female-owned practice. Same-day availability is offered for urgent implant situations. Call (813) 265-2273 to speak with our team.
What Are Dental Implants and Who Are They For?
A dental implant is a small titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth. Once placed in the jawbone, the post integrates with the surrounding bone over a period of weeks. An abutment is then attached to the post, and a custom-made crown is placed on top, creating a replacement tooth that looks, feels and functions like the natural one it replaces. Good candidates typically have one or more missing teeth, adequate bone density and healthy gums. If you’ve been told you’re not a candidate, that may no longer be true. Many patients who lack sufficient bone may qualify after a bone grafting procedure, which our team evaluates and can perform in-house.
Dental implants consistently outperform bridges and dentures for your long-term tooth replacement. Unlike a bridge, an implant doesn’t require grinding down adjacent healthy teeth. Unlike dentures, implants are fixed in place and stimulate your jawbone, which helps prevent the bone loss that typically follows tooth extraction. The result is a permanent restoration that maintains your bite, supports your facial structure and doesn’t shift or slip. Most patients describe their implant as indistinguishable from their natural teeth in daily use.
Your journey at Tampa Dental Wellness begins with a comprehensive consultation that includes 3D digital imaging and intra-oral scanning. Dr. Creech-Gionis reviews the 3D cone-beam CT scan to plan precise implant positioning before any procedure begins. This digital planning step is what allows for accurate placement and predictable outcomes. We’ll walk you through the full treatment timeline at your first visit so you know exactly what to expect, from your initial implant placement through your final crown delivery.
Most Practices Refer Out. We Don’t.
The standard referral model for dental implants works like this: your general dentist evaluates you and refers you to an oral surgeon for implant placement. After the implant integrates, which is typically several months later, you return to your original dentist for the abutment and crown. That means two providers, two offices, separate treatment records and a longer overall timeline. Coordinating between practices also introduces the possibility of communication gaps at each handoff.
Tampa Dental Wellness handles the full implant process in-house. Dr. Creech-Gionis, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists with more than 30 years of implant experience, places your implant. The same team then completes your restoration. Your records, your treatment plan and your care all stay in one place. You work with the same people from your initial consultation through your final crown placement.
This in-house model is not the norm in general dental practices. Instead, it reflects a deliberate investment in advanced training and 3D cone-beam CT technology that most offices don’t have on site. If you’ve been referred elsewhere for implants in the past, or if you’re comparing providers, this is one of the most meaningful distinctions to understand before you decide. Call (813) 265-2273 to ask any questions before scheduling.
Making Dental Implants Affordable
Dental implants are a long-term investment in your oral health, your bite function and your confidence. The cost reflects both the materials and the level of clinical expertise involved, but for most patients, financing makes the treatment accessible without paying the full amount upfront. Most of our implant patients choose to finance their treatment, and we’ve structured our options specifically to support that.
We accept most PPO dental insurance plans. While many insurance plans provide limited or no coverage for implants, our team will verify your benefits before your consultation so you have an accurate picture of what your plan covers. We’ll work with you to maximize any available benefit and apply it to your treatment cost.
For patients without insurance, or those who want to reduce out-of-pocket costs further, we offer the Platinum Wellness Savings Plan, our in-house membership program. It covers routine wellness visits and exams and provides discounts on restorative and specialty services, including implant treatment. There are no annual deductibles and no claim forms.
We also partner with CareCredit, Cherry and Health First Dental (HFD) for extended financing plans. These third-party programs offer monthly payment options that allow you to begin treatment now and manage the cost over time. Ask us about monthly payment options that fit your budget. Call (813) 265-2273 or bring it up at your consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
With proper care, dental implants are designed to last a lifetime. The titanium post that integrates with your jawbone is highly durable and biocompatible. The crown placed on top may eventually need to be replaced due to normal wear, typically after many years, but your implant itself rarely requires replacement when its maintained with regular dental visits and good home care.
The placement procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain during the appointment. Post-procedure discomfort is typically manageable with over-the-counter pain relief and usually resolves within a few days. Many patients are surprised by how comfortable the experience is compared to their expectations. If you have concerns about comfort, talk with Dr. Creech-Gionis at your consultation.
The total timeline varies depending on your individual treatment plan. After your implant placement, the post needs time to integrate with your jawbone during a process called osseointegration that typically takes two to four months. Once integration is confirmed, your abutment and crown are placed. The full process from your initial consultation to your final crown is often completed within four to six months, though cases requiring bone grafting may take longer. We’ll give you a personalized timeline at your first visit.
Coverage varies significantly by plan. Some PPO plans provide partial coverage for implants or the crown portion of the restoration; others exclude implants entirely. Our team will verify your benefits before your consultation so you know what your plan covers before any treatment begins. For patients with limited or no implant coverage, our in-house Platinum Wellness Savings Plan and third-party financing through CareCredit, Cherry and HFD can help manage costs.
Being told you lack sufficient bone doesn’t necessarily mean implants aren’t an option. Bone grafting can rebuild the volume needed to support an implant in many cases. At Tampa Dental Wellness, Dr. Creech-Gionis evaluates your bone density and volume using 3D cone-beam CT imaging at your consultation. If a graft is recommended, we’ll explain the procedure, the timeline it adds and what to expect before proceeding with your implant placement.
Chain implant centers typically use a high-volume, standardized model. At Tampa Dental Wellness, Dr. Creech-Gionis, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists with more than 30 years of experience, places and restores every implant case personally. Your care is not divided between a placement specialist and a separate restorative provider. You have continuity with the same doctor and staff from consultation through final crown. Our practice is also female-owned, bilingual (Spanish-speaking doctor and staff), and uses 3D cone-beam CT guided planning for every case. Call (813) 265-2273 to schedule your consultation.
Hours & Location
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Ready to Replace Your Missing Tooth? Let’s Talk.
Accepting New Patients — call (813) 265-2273 to book your implant consultation today.