Dental Implants in Boise, ID
Dental Implant Solutions of Idaho provides single-tooth, multi-tooth, and full-arch (All-on-4) dental implants for patients in Boise, ID, treated at our Meridian, ID office just a short drive from downtown Boise. Whether you're missing one tooth or all of them, dental implants restore your bite, your appearance, and your confidence with a permanent, natural-feeling result. Every treatment plan starts with a consultation built around your goals, not a standard package.
Improve Your Smile, Improve Your Life
Missing one or more teeth affects more than your smile. Patients dealing with tooth loss often notice:
- Self-consciousness when smiling or talking
- Difficulty eating a full range of foods
- Embarrassment in social situations
- Gradual changes in facial appearance from bone loss
- A decline in overall oral and physical health over time
Whether you're missing one tooth or you’ve been wearing dentures for years, dental implants offer a permanent, lifelong solution that restores both the health and appearance of your smile.
Top 5 Mistakes People Make With Dental Implants
Before you decide on a treatment plan, make sure you have the full picture. Our free checklist covers the five most common mistakes patients make when considering dental implants, so you can move forward with confidence.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a three-part restoration: a titanium post, an abutment, and a crown, bridge, or denture on top. Unlike a bridge, an implant doesn't rely on your neighboring healthy teeth for support. It's anchored directly in your jawbone, so it can replace any number of missing teeth on its own.
Implant surgery is performed in our office under sedation, using guided surgical technology for a precise, efficient procedure, typically completed in just a few hours. In most cases, we provide temporary teeth the same day so you're never without a functional smile while you heal. Once healing is complete, your final restoration is custom-crafted to your exact bite and appearance, giving you better function, more confidence, and a lasting improvement to your quality of life.
Titanium Post
Anchored in the jawboneAbutment
Connects the restorationRestoration
Crown, bridge, or dentureYour Dental Implant Options
The Process of Getting Dental Implants in Boise and Meridian
Consultation
Meet with Dr. Wade Pilling or Dr. Daniel Stackowicz at our Meridian, ID office to build your custom treatment plan. We serve patients throughout Boise and the Treasure Valley.
Preparation
If needed, we'll complete bone grafting or extractions ahead of your implant surgery.
Guided implant surgery
Implants are placed using fully guided surgical technology, with sedation options available to keep you comfortable.
Temporary teeth
For full-arch cases, a temporary set of teeth is often attached the same day as surgery.
Healing
Over three or more months, your jawbone fuses securely with the implant while you enjoy restored function and appearance.
Final restoration
Once healed, your custom-crafted permanent restoration is attached, built to your exact bite and smile.
Dental Implants: The Superior Choice
Dental implants, especially full-arch (All-on-4) implants, offer real advantages over other tooth replacement options. Unlike bridges, they don't require healthy teeth as anchor points. Unlike dentures, they're secured directly in the jawbone, acting as artificial tooth roots that keep bone density from declining. Because of this, most patients at Dental Implant Solutions of Idaho are candidates for implants.
Up to 99% restored biting and chewing function
Teeth that look and feel natural
Restored self-confidence
Improved oral and physical health
A better overall quality of life
Managing the Cost of Dental Implants in Boise and Meridian
Dental implants cost more upfront than lower-quality alternatives, but for most patients, the improvement to daily comfort, health, and confidence outweighs the price difference. We work to make treatment affordable through in-house financing with local banks and third-party dental financing options, so cost doesn't have to stand between you and a permanent solution. Patients throughout Boise and the Treasure Valley can get a personalized cost estimate at a consultation with our Meridian, ID team.
Schedule an Appointment
Call (208) 888-0662 or book online today.
01 Would your doctors get dental implants themselves?
Dr. Pilling has a personal implant replacing a front tooth and often points to it as proof that a well-made implant is indistinguishable from a natural tooth. Dr. Stackowicz has said that if he needed full-arch treatment, All-on-X implants are what he'd choose for himself without hesitation.
02 What kind of specialized training does Dr. Stackowicz have?
Beyond general implant dentistry, Dr. Stackowicz's oral surgery residency included extensive facial trauma and reconstruction work. That background is part of why he's able to treat complex cases involving significant bone loss that other providers may not be equipped to handle. Both Dr. Stackowicz and Dr. Pilling are senior mentors at Implant Pathway, the foremost education facility in the United States for dentists learning implant procedures.
03 What kind of specialized training does Dr. Pilling have?
Dr. Pilling is a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (FAAID) and a board-certified implant specialist and Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology (DABOI). He also serves as a key opinion leader for several implant technology companies, leading the field of implant dentistry. Both Dr. Pilling and Dr. Stackowicz are senior mentors at Implant Pathway, the foremost education facility in the United States for dentists learning implant procedures. Note: Dr. Pilling is licensed as a general dentist. Implant dentistry is not recognized as a specialty area of dental practice by the Idaho Board of Dentistry. Implant dentistry is recognized by the ABDS American Board of Dental Specialties.
04 Is it true that dental implants are completely painless and last forever?
Not quite, and it's worth setting realistic expectations. Most patients feel little to nothing during surgery thanks to sedation and local anesthesia, and mild soreness afterward is normal and manageable. Implants themselves can last decades or a lifetime with proper care, but the attached restoration and your own maintenance still matter; "no maintenance, ever" isn't a realistic promise from any provider. In fact, we are one of few offices that have an in-house hygiene program specifically tailored to dental implants, so you can come for your six-month cleanings and see the same doctor who placed your implants.
05 Is it ever fine to just stick with traditional dentures instead of implants?
For some patients, yes, dentures can be a workable option. The saying is, “Dentures are the best option when they’re the only option.” But it's worth understanding the difference: dentures fill the space where teeth used to be, while implants are built to function like your natural teeth actually did. For most patients missing several teeth, that distinction matters for chewing, speech, and long-term jaw health.
06 What if bone grafting or bone-widening surgery isn't enough for my jawbone?
It's not usually the end of the road. More advanced cases may be candidates for zygomatic implants, which anchor in the cheekbone instead of the jaw. Dr. Stackowicz specializes in this type of procedure (also called “remote anchorage”) and co-mentors Implant Pathway’s course on this subject.
07 Is age ever a barrier to getting dental implants?
Rarely. We've successfully treated patients well into their 90s. Overall health and bone quality matter far more than age.
08 Does losing teeth affect more than my bite?
Yes. Beyond chewing and speech, your teeth support the lower third of your face, so missing teeth can lead to a sunken or aged appearance over time. Many patients notice implants don't just restore their smile, they help restore the shape and support of their face as well.