(727) 531-4462Implants placed by a board-certified periodontist.
Single-tooth, multi-tooth, and full-arch implants, surgically placed in-house by Dr. Cecilia Perera, a board-certified periodontist and Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Cecilia Perera, DDS, MS · Board-Certified Periodontist · Diplomate, American Academy of Periodontology · Last reviewed Care covered.
Single-tooth implants
A titanium implant root replaces one missing tooth, topped with a custom porcelain crown that matches the surrounding teeth in shade and shape.
Multi-tooth implants
Two or more implants supporting an implant bridge; preserves jaw bone and avoids the trade-offs of a removable partial denture.
Full-arch (All-on-4 style) implants
Four to six implants stabilize a fixed full-arch restoration, restoring an entire upper or lower set of teeth in one coordinated case.
Bone grafting
Ridge augmentation, sinus lifts, and socket preservation grafts to build adequate bone before implant placement when needed.
Soft tissue grafting
Gum grafts and connective tissue grafts to build healthy gum architecture around implants for both function and aesthetics.
Implant retained dentures
Existing or new dentures stabilized by 2–4 implants; eliminates the slipping/clicking of conventional dentures.
The team behind the work.
Dr. Cecilia Perera leads all surgical implant placement (single, multi-tooth, full-arch) plus bone and soft tissue grafting. Dr. Craig Baker designs and places the final crown, bridge, or full-arch restoration.
Every implant starts with a healthy foundation.
A board-certified periodontist evaluates the gums and bone that anchor every implant. If gum disease or bone loss is in the picture, Dr. Perera treats it in-house before placement, so the implant holds for the long run.
Questions we hear often.
How long does the whole implant process take?
Typically 4–7 months from first consult to final crown for a single-tooth case. Bone grafting cases add 3–6 months. Full-arch cases run 6–9 months.
Is implant placement painful?
No. Surgical placement is done under local anesthesia (with optional sedation). Most patients describe post-op discomfort as less than expected, comparable to a tooth extraction.
How long do implants last?
With proper hygiene and routine maintenance, dental implants have 10-year survival rates above 95%. Many implants last 25+ years. The crown on top of the implant is usually replaced once during that lifetime.
What does a single implant cost?
Single implant + crown typically runs $4,000–$5,500 in our area. We provide treatment-plan pricing in writing before any work begins. Many patients have meaningful insurance coverage and we file claims for you.
Can I avoid implants with a bridge or denture?
Yes, those are alternatives, but bridges sacrifice tooth structure on the neighboring teeth, and dentures put pressure on the gums (which causes bone loss over time). For long-term outcomes, implants are usually the better path when feasible.
Do you serve implant patients from Clearwater and Palm Harbor?
Yes. Implants are placed in-house at the Safety Harbor office, a short drive from Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, and Oldsmar, and implant patients come from across Pinellas and Hillsborough counties.
Serving Clearwater, Palm Harbor & the Pinellas coast.
Our office is in downtown Safety Harbor, a short drive from Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Oldsmar, and Westchase. Patients come from across Pinellas County for specialist care they would otherwise be referred out of town for.
Let’s get you in the chair.
Call (727) 531-4462 or request a visit online. We will verify insurance and email you the new-patient paperwork before your first appointment.
Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Wed: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fri, Sat, Sun: Closed