Missing teeth affect more than your smile — they can change how you chew, speak, and feel about yourself day to day. For New Brunswick residents weighing their options, dental implants offer a permanent, natural-functioning replacement that starts with a jawbone-anchored post rather than a removable device.
Cedar Smiles Dental is a short drive from New Brunswick, conveniently located in Somerset, NJ, and part of the areas we serve across Central New Jersey. Dr. Kelvin Wong is a diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), giving New Brunswick patients access to advanced implant planning at a private, patient-first practice.
Dental implant treatment happens in stages. First, a titanium post is placed in the jawbone to serve as an artificial tooth root. Over a period of weeks to months, the post integrates with the surrounding bone in a process called osseointegration. Once healing is complete, Dr. Wong attaches a custom-fitted crown that matches the color, shape, and function of a natural tooth.
Not every patient is a candidate on the first visit. Some New Brunswick patients need additional bone grafting before an implant can be placed, particularly if a tooth has been missing for an extended period. Dr. Wong evaluates jawbone density and overall oral health during a consultation to map out the right sequence of care for each individual.
As an independent private practice, Cedar Smiles Dental is not driven by production quotas. Dr. Wong takes the time to walk New Brunswick patients through every stage of implant treatment, from the initial evaluation to the final crown, so there are no surprises along the way.
For patients who are not candidates for implants or prefer a different approach to replacing missing teeth, we also offer dentures and dental bridges. Dr. Wong will review the tradeoffs of each option so you can choose the solution that fits your goals, timeline, and budget.
New Brunswick, the Middlesex County seat and home to Rutgers University, is one of the many communities we’re proud to serve from our Somerset office. We accept most dental insurance plans and offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry, along with an in-house membership plan for patients without insurance.
Whether you’re missing one tooth or several, Dr. Wong will build a transparent, step-by-step plan so you know what to expect — and what it will cost — before any treatment begins.
Possibly — the main factor is whether enough jawbone remains to support an implant. If bone has resorbed after a long-missing tooth, Dr. Wong may recommend bone grafting first to build up the site before implant placement. A consultation and imaging will confirm what's needed for your specific case.
Cost varies based on how many teeth are being replaced and whether additional procedures like bone grafting are needed. Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage, and Cedar Smiles Dental also offers financing through CareCredit and Cherry to help New Brunswick patients manage the cost over time.
Yes. Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth, or support a full arch of replacement teeth, depending on your needs. Dr. Wong will design a treatment plan based on how many teeth need replacing and the condition of your remaining jawbone.
Most patients experience mild swelling or soreness for a few days after the placement procedure, manageable with over-the-counter pain relief. Full healing and integration with the jawbone takes longer — typically a few months — before the final crown is placed.
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