I had an implant placed about six months after losing a lower molar. Dr. Oken took digital xrays and gave me an injection that I did not feel. The implant procedure was completely painless and I just had a little soreness afterward.
I went back several months later and had the post put in. There were no injections for that part and it was painless as well.
He then sent me back to my regular dentist for a crown.
The implant is a complete success.