Restore More Than a Smile

A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Once the implant bonds with the bone, a custom abutment and crown are attached to restore the look and function of a natural tooth. At West Campus Dental Center in Federal Way, WA, Dr. Sungjun Hwang plans, places, and restores dental implants.

Good candidates generally have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support an implant. Dr. Hwang evaluates your overall oral health, bone condition, and goals during a consultation, and he recommends implants only when they are the right long-term option for you. If implants are not the best fit, he will explain other tooth replacement options, such as a dental bridge.

Yes. Dr. Hwang personally guides each implant case from start to finish. He handles the initial exam, treatment planning, surgical placement of the implant, and the design and fitting of the final crown, so one dentist who understands your full clinical picture oversees every step of your care.

Dental implant treatment usually follows four steps: a comprehensive evaluation, surgical placement of the implant post in the jawbone, a healing period while the implant fuses with the bone (called osseointegration), and placement of a custom abutment and crown. A temporary crown can often be worn during healing so you are not left with a gap in your smile.

A dental implant replaces both the root and the crown of a missing tooth and stands on its own, without relying on neighboring teeth for support. A bridge is anchored to the teeth on either side of the gap, and dentures rest on the gums. Because an implant is anchored in the jawbone, it also helps preserve bone in the area where a tooth was lost.

Care for a dental implant the same way you care for natural teeth: brush twice a day, floss daily, and keep up with regular dental checkups and cleanings. Healthy gums and good daily hygiene help support the implant over the long term.

Yes. If you have concerns about an existing implant or other dental restoration, Dr. Hwang can evaluate it, explain what he finds, and walk you through your options. Book a consultation at West Campus Dental Center to have your existing implant checked.

Coverage for dental implants varies from plan to plan. West Campus Dental Center accepts dental insurance and offers financing options, and our team can help you understand your benefits. Patients without insurance can also ask about our Choice Dental Plan.