Dental Implants in Buckhead, Cumming & Dawsonville, GA

Oral surgeon specializing in implant dentistry3D-guided planningSame-day options for qualifying cases

All-On-4, All-On-6, All-On-X, zygomatic and pterygoid implants, bone grafting, full-arch restoration and same-day smiles, planned in 3D and performed by Dr. Abtin Shahriari.

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Replacing missing teeth

How do I replace missing teeth?

Short answer

Missing teeth are replaced three ways at ANEWU: a single dental implant for one gap, an implant bridge for several teeth in a row, or a fixed full arch on four or more implants when a whole jaw is gone. Which one applies comes down to how many teeth are missing and how much bone is left.

If you have ever wondered how to replace missing teeth without ending up in a denture that comes out at night, the short version is that a fixed option exists at every scale, from one tooth to a full jaw. What changes is the number of implants underneath it.

Both measurements that decide the answer, the number of teeth gone and the bone left behind them, are taken at the first appointment rather than guessed from a photograph. Our guide to what to expect at your first visit walks through that appointment in order.

Find your path

Start with the situation that sounds most like yours.

Six common starting points, each one linked to the procedure that addresses it. Nothing is ruled in or out until your 3D scan is read.

Missing all my teeth Full-arch rebuild Told I don't have enough bone Significant upper jaw bone loss Dentures that don't fit well Want treatment fast

Ten procedures, one surgical team

What types of dental implants does ANEWU offer?

ANEWU performs ten implant procedures: All-On-4, All-On-6, All-On-X, zygomatic implants, pterygoid implants, bone grafting, full-arch restoration, mini implant-supported dentures, 3D imaging and guided surgery, and same-day smiles. Every one is planned from the same 3D scan and performed at the Buckhead, Cumming or Dawsonville office.

A real ANEWU patient's smile before and after full-arch dental implant treatment

All-On-4®

A complete arch of teeth on four strategically placed implants.

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All-On-6

Six implants supporting a fixed full-arch bridge for extra stability.

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All-On-X

Implant number and placement customized to your jaw anatomy.

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Zygomatic Implants

Anchored in the cheekbone for patients who have lost upper jaw bone.

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Pterygoid Implants

An alternative anchor point at the back of the jaw for select cases.

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A clinician showing bone graft material to a patient at ANEWU

Bone Grafting

Rebuilding the jaw's foundation so implants have enough bone to anchor into.

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Full-Arch Restoration

Rebuilding an entire arch of teeth from a carefully planned 3D model.

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A clinician showing a mini implant-supported denture to a patient at ANEWU

Mini Implant-Supported Dentures

Dentures that attach to a few implants for real, no-slip stability.

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A clinician reviewing a 3D CBCT scan with a patient at ANEWU

3D Imaging & Guided Surgery

Computer-guided planning for a more precise, more predictable surgery.

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A confident smile after same-day treatment at ANEWU

Same-Day Smiles

Same-day treatment and temporary teeth for suitable full-arch cases.

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Bone loss

What are my options if I have been told I do not have enough bone?

If another office told you that you lack the bone for implants, two routes usually remain. Bone grafting rebuilds the jaw so standard implants can be placed later. Zygomatic implants anchor in the cheekbone instead, which can avoid grafting entirely. Dr. Abtin Shahriari uses a 3D scan to determine which applies.

If you have ever wondered why one surgeon says no and another says yes, this is usually the reason. The upper back jaw loses height quickly once the molars are gone, so the answer depends on where the bone is missing, not only how much of it. Bone grafting rebuilds that height over a healing period before implants go in.

Zygomatic implants take a different route and skip the graft by anchoring above the sinus in the cheekbone, while pterygoid implants use an anchor point at the back of the jaw. Bone loss narrows the list of options. It rarely closes it.

A real 3D CBCT scan reviewed on screen to plan implants around bone loss

Compare your options

All-On-4, All-On-6 and the specialty anchors, side by side.

Every row below is planned from the same 3D scan, so the differences come down to anatomy rather than preference.

Option	Suited to	How it works	Read more
All-On-4®	A full arch with as few implants as possible	Four strategically placed implants support a fixed full-arch bridge	All-On-4 details
All-On-6	Full-arch cases that benefit from extra support	Six implants support a fixed full-arch bridge	All-On-6 details
All-On-X	Full-arch cases planned around your bone anatomy	Implant count and placement are customized to your jaw	All-On-X details
Zygomatic Implants	Significant upper jaw bone loss	Implants anchor in the cheekbone (zygoma) instead of the upper jaw	Zygomatic implant details
Pterygoid Implants	Upper jaw bone loss where a different anchor point is needed	Implants anchor in the pterygoid bone at the back of the jaw	Pterygoid implant details

Is this you?

Am I a candidate for dental implants?

You are likely a candidate for dental implants if you have lost one tooth, several teeth or a full arch, your gums are healthy, and enough jawbone remains to hold an implant. Bone loss does not automatically rule you out. Dr. Abtin Shahriari confirms candidacy with a 3D scan at your free consultation.

You have lost one tooth, several teeth in a row, or a whole arch
You wear a denture or partial that moves while you eat or speak
Your gums are healthy, or your dentist is already treating them
Another office has told you that you do not have enough bone
You would rather not have healthy neighboring teeth reshaped to carry a bridge
You are ready to keep up daily cleaning around the implants afterwards

Not every jaw has the bone volume for four implants, and some cases need grafting before anything is placed. That is the honest limit, and it is the reason the scan comes before the plan. If you want the paperwork out of the way first, our new patient forms can be completed before you arrive.

What to expect

From your first 3D scan to the day your teeth are finished.

The same five stages apply whether you are replacing a single tooth or an entire arch. What changes is the timeline between them.

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Consultation and 3D imaging
Your jaw is scanned in three dimensions so bone height, bone width and the way your bite closes are measured rather than estimated. The first consultation is free and the scan is part of it.
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Your treatment plan
Implant position and angle are mapped before surgery day using 3D imaging and guided surgery, so the plan is built around the bone you actually have.
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Grafting first, if your case needs it
Where bone volume is short, grafting is done ahead of the implants and given time to heal. Some cases skip this stage entirely, which is why timelines differ so much between patients.
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Implant placement and temporary teeth
Implants are placed in an outpatient visit at your chosen office. For qualifying full arch cases a temporary fixed bridge is attached the same day. Same-day teeth are available for qualifying cases, not for all of them.
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Healing and your final restoration
Full arch cases are finished in our on site lab rather than sent out, so the final bridge is made and fitted in house. Your post-op instructions cover the weeks in between.

Cost and financing

How much do dental implants cost in Atlanta?

Dental implant cost at ANEWU depends on how many implants your case needs, whether bone grafting comes first, and which restoration is used. Dental insurance typically does not cover implant treatment. ANEWU accepts CareCredit and Proceed Finance and can arrange a monthly payment plan before your procedure.

Dental insurance and implant treatment

Most dental plans were written around fillings, extractions and dentures rather than implants, so implant work is often excluded or capped well below what the treatment involves. Our team reads your plan with you and says plainly what it will and will not go toward before anything is scheduled.

CareCredit and Proceed Finance

ANEWU accepts CareCredit and Proceed Finance for major dental work done in our offices, along with Visa, MasterCard and Discover. A monthly plan is arranged before your procedure rather than afterwards, so the number is known going in. Compare the implant financing options in detail before your consultation.

Real results

Real ANEWU patients, rebuilt smiles.

Every photograph below is a real ANEWU patient whose smile was rebuilt with dental implants. Results vary from patient to patient.

ANEWU dental implant patient before and after — Patient result

Individual results vary. Photos shared with patient permission. Read the full ANEWU patient stories.

Living with implants

How long do dental implants last?

A dental implant is designed to stay in the jaw long term, because the implant post integrates with bone rather than resting on gum tissue the way a denture does. How long yours lasts depends on bone health, bite forces, smoking and daily cleaning. The restoration on top may need service before the implant does.

If you have ever wondered whether implants are a one-time decision or something you keep paying for, this is the honest version. The implant in the bone is the durable part. The crown, bridge or denture attached to it is what takes the daily wear, and it can be repaired or remade without disturbing the implant underneath.

Cleaning matters more than most patients expect, because the gum seal around an implant is what protects the bone holding it. The longer-term questions, from cleaning tools to what to do if something feels different, are collected in our new patient FAQs.

The consultation room at ANEWU in Atlanta, Georgia

Who performs your surgery

Every implant procedure at ANEWU is performed by Dr. Abtin Shahriari.

One surgeon plans and places every implant across the Buckhead, Cumming and Dawsonville offices.

Dr. Abtin Shahriari seated in his office

Dr. Abtin Shahriari, DMD, MPH

Oral surgeon specializing in implant dentistry

Dr. Abtin has performed thousands of surgeries, from dental implants to complex facial reconstruction and high-risk trauma, after 8 years of specialty training including the University of Pennsylvania and Emory University. He is the founder of Project Global Smile, treating children with cleft lip and palate globally. Read Dr. Abtin Shahriari's full background for his training and his approach to consultations.

Book with Dr. Abtin Meet the ANEWU team

8 yearsof specialty training, including the University of Pennsylvania and Emory University

3Georgia offices, in Buckhead, Cumming and Dawsonville

In housefull arch lab, so temporary and final bridges are not sent out

Freefirst consultation, including your 3D imaging scan

General dentists sending full arch cases to ANEWU can review how ANEWU works with referring doctors.

Where is this treatment performed?

Implant surgery is performed at all three ANEWU offices in Georgia. Patients north of Atlanta most often use the Cumming or Dawsonville offices, both just off the GA-400 corridor, while the Buckhead office serves patients inside the perimeter. Records move between offices, so follow up can happen at whichever address is closer.

Dental implants in Cumming425 Peachtree Parkway, Forsyth County Dental implants in Dawsonville142 Prestige Ln, off GA-400 Buckhead, Atlanta3833 Roswell Rd. NE, inside the perimeter

Dental implant questions, answered.

Straightforward answers before you book. Anything else, ask us at your free consultation.

Ask us directly

All three rebuild a full arch of teeth on a small number of implants rather than one implant per tooth. All-On-4 uses four strategically placed implants, All-On-6 uses six for extra support, and All-On-X means the number and angle of implants is customized to your jaw anatomy. Which one fits you depends on your bone structure, which we assess with 3D imaging at your consultation.

It doesn't always rule implants out. Bone grafting can rebuild the foundation, zygomatic implants anchor in the cheekbone instead of the upper jaw, and pterygoid implants use a different anchor point at the back of the jaw. Dr. Abtin will review your imaging and explain which options apply to your case.

We start with 3D imaging to see your jaw anatomy in detail, then walk through your options together at a free consultation. The right choice depends on how many teeth you're replacing, how much bone you have, and what you want your day-to-day experience to look like during treatment.

We capture a detailed 3D scan of your jaw before surgery so Dr. Abtin can plan implant position and angle with precision. That plan can then guide the surgery itself, which supports a more predictable, more precise placement.

It depends on your case. Some patients qualify for same-day treatment or same-day smile options, while others need bone grafting first, which adds healing time before implants are placed. We'll lay out a realistic timeline specific to you at your consultation.

Yes. CareCredit and Proceed Finance are available for major dental work done in our office, and we can arrange a monthly payment plan set up before your procedure. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover, and our team can help you understand your insurance and billing.

Related and nearby

Where implant care continues at ANEWU.

The practical side of treatment, plus the two other sides of the practice.

New PatientsEverything that happens before surgery day Your First VisitWhat the free consultation actually involves Patient FormsPaperwork you can complete before you arrive Post-Op InstructionsRecovery care after implant surgery New Patient FAQsInsurance, scheduling and comfort questions Office TourThe surgical suites and the on site lab About ANEWUThe practice behind the surgery Cosmetic DentistryVeneers, bonding, whitening and crowns Facial AestheticsLed by Dr. Arshia Payman, MD

Buckhead office Cumming office Dawsonville office

All three Georgia offices are open Monday to Saturday. Addresses, hours and directions sit on the ANEWU locations overview.

Find out what your jaw can actually support.

A free consultation with Dr. Abtin's team starts with 3D imaging and a straight answer about what is possible for you.