Dental Implants in Encino

Sherman Oaks Smile Studio serves Encino patients from our office, about 3 miles / 10 minutes from most Encino locations. We’re not a satellite location; it’s the same team, imaging, and lab that handle every implant case, whether you’re coming from Encino or Sherman Oaks itself. Our experienced team specializes in state-of-the-art dental implant procedures, ensuring you receive the highest quality care in a comfortable and supportive environment. 

Getting Here

Encino sits just west of Sherman Oaks, so the drive to our office typically runs [X–Y minutes], with parking at the building. Many Encino patients schedule implant follow-ups around errands on Ventura Blvd rather than treating each visit as a special trip.

Scheduling Around Life in Encino

A lot of “Encino dentist” searches end up pointing patients toward practices that are no closer than we are. If you’re near Los Encinos State Historic Park, the Ventura Blvd shopping strip, or the streets north toward Burbank Blvd, our Sherman Oaks office is typically a similar drive to anything advertising a downtown-Encino address, without the parking hunt that comes with the busiest stretch of Ventura Blvd. 

We see a steady number of patients who build their implant visits around a Ventura Blvd errand run or a stop near the Encino Farmers Market, so early and late-day appointment slots are something we plan for rather than squeeze in.

What to Expect if You're Coming From Encino

Most patients researching implants have the same handful of worries: will it hurt, can I actually afford it, and am I even a candidate. 

Worth addressing directly, 

  • Placement is done under local anesthesia, so you’re not in pain during the procedure, and the soreness afterward is usually manageable with over-the-counter medication for a few days.

  • Candidacy comes down to bone density and gum health, both of which we check at your first visit rather than guessing; and if bone loss has been a concern in the past, that’s something we plan around, not something that rules you out.

  • Cost is the other thing people want a straight answer on. There’s no flat number that applies to everyone, since it depends on how many implants you need and whether prep work like grafting is involved, but you’ll get an itemized breakdown after your consultation, not a vague range. 

We’re not an Encino address pretending to be local, and we’re not a referral network passing you between offices, either. 

Placement, imaging, and your final crown all happen with the same team here on Van Nuys Blvd, a short drive from most of Encino along Ventura Blvd, so you’re not adding a second commute on top of the treatment itself.

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I love Dr. Niki! I had a last minute appointment and she was able to squeeze me in. She gives the best injections and walks you through the process. The office is so chill and so comfortable, we were listening to Mariah Carey music. 100% recommend her!
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I had been to two other dentists because I wanted to get veneers. i feel like no one understood exactly what I wanted but Dr Niki. she explained everything so well i never felt rushed during the consult and she literally answered all of my questions. I was not looking for anything fake. I was very picky and she delivered with such a great detail. she was gentle and so nice.
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Dr. Niki did such a great job with fixing my chipped tooth in such a quick turn around! Her and her staff were wonderful in guiding me through the process and kept me informed on what to expect, and the tooth looks like it was never chipped! My previous dentist moved so this was a great experience for starting with a new dental office!
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Dr. Niki and her team are all amazing. Needing work done on your teeth is not always fun nor something to look forward to, but Dr. Niki is a great Dentist that knows what shes doing, is informative throughout the whole process, and genuinely cares about her patients. While in the chair I have no worries and she has my complete trust. I will see no other Dentist but her. The Hygienist Cristina is also amazing and does amazing work, my gums dont hurt like at other places from the past who tend to overdo it. Theres also a special assistant there that knows a great deal and is very efficient. She places my fillings, has made a few temporary crowns for me, and seems to be very experienced. Everyone there is very informative and ready to answer all questions very clearly. The front office staff seems to have everything in order as I am in and out with very little to sign or provide since my first visit. All my information is there and they run my insurance ahead of time in order to provide me, and all patients im sure, with details on what the insurance covers and what I would have to pay out of pocket for my visit/procedure. Clear and transparent interactions. Like I said, Amazing Team.
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Excellent Results and Excellent Service.
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Amazingly quick and painless filling. I loved the optional shot before I left to counteract the Novocain. By the time I got home my mouth and lips were totally back to normal.
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Dr. Nikki is so skilled and meticulous about her work. Her kindness and compassion for her patients is so genuine and appreciated that I couldn’t imagine going to anyone else.
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Dr. Zarabian was brilliant! No pain; very organized and professional; and very compassionate. Would recommend her very highly for any dentistry needs.
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Dr. Zarabian’s office is extremely welcoming and professional. Unlike other medical and dental offices I have been too, I was taken to the dental room and seen by the doctor right away. Dr. Zarabian and her staff made me feel comfortable and informed when discussing all my treatment options and when completing my dental work. I highly recommend this dental office!

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For implant types, procedure details, recovery, and full cost breakdowns, see our dental implants guide.

Ready to restore your smile with dental implants?

Contact us today at 818-789-0567 to schedule a consultation. We’re here to answer your questions, address your concerns, and help you take the first step toward a confident, functional smile!

FAQs About Cosmetic Dentistry and Implants in Encino

We’re based in Sherman Oaks and serve Encino as part of our regular patient base. If proximity matters to you, the short drive east on Ventura Blvd is usually faster than crossing town to a downtown or Valley-adjacent specialist.

Implant placement, imaging, and restoration all happen under one roof with our team, rather than being split across a referral network. That means fewer handoffs and one point of contact from consultation to final crown.

After your consultation and imaging, we give you an itemized breakdown specific to your case, not a generic range, so you know what you’re deciding on before committing to treatment.

The procedure is performed under anesthesia, so you won’t feel pain during the surgery. Most patients experience minimal discomfort during recovery, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.

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