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Find Out If Dental Implants Are Right For Your Smile!
At Comprehensive Sedation Dental, we're here to help you restore your smile with confidence. Take our quick 2-minute quiz to find out if you're a good candidate for dental implants and see how we can help transform your smile!
Why People Love Comprehensive Sedation Dental
Get Your Smile Back with Our Integrated Approach
Our Approach to Dental Implants
With his background in exercise physiology and advanced training in orthotropics, Dr. Rickers sees connections that other dentists miss. Poor tongue posture that led to gum disease. Mouth breathing that caused bone loss. Bite problems that overloaded certain teeth until they cracked. Using advanced imaging and digitally-guided planning, we don't just place implants—we create an oral environment where your implants can thrive long-term.
Single Tooth Implants
Replace your missing tooth with more than just a titanium post and crown. Working with Arrowhead Labs—one of the few labs in the country that uses facial scans to design teeth—your implant is custom-designed to harmonize with your face, not just match adjacent teeth. We consider your bite, oral posture, and facial features to create a result that's indistinguishable from nature.
Multiple Dental Implants
Losing multiple teeth affects how you chew, speak, and even breathe. Our approach considers your entire oral posture: optimal bite height for jaw function, proper tongue posture support, and ideal tooth positioning to promote healthy breathing patterns. This comprehensive planning makes the difference between implants that just fill space and a complete oral rehabilitation that improves your quality of life.
Implants with Dentures
If you've struggled with loose, clicking dentures, implant support changes everything. But placement matters enormously. Using digital surgical planning and CBCT imaging, we position implants for maximum retention while designing restorations that support proper facial height and oral posture—preventing the sunken appearance traditional dentures often create.
Why Choose Our Approach to Dental Implants?
Addresses Root Causes
We don't just replace teeth—we investigate and correct the underlying issues that led to tooth loss, helping prevent future dental problems.
Permanent, Comprehensive Solution
By addressing the entire oral ecosystem, our implants are designed to last a lifetime while supporting optimal oral health and function.
Natural Function and Appearance
Working with elite dental labs and facial scanning technology, your implants are designed to match your unique facial characteristics and support proper oral posture.
Comfortable Treatment Experience
As a Level 3 sedation-certified dentist, Dr. Rickers offers three levels of sedation to ensure your comfort during even complex procedures, often allowing multiple treatments to be completed in a single visit.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Dental Implants?
You might be perfect for our comprehensive implant approach if you have:
- One or more missing teeth that you want permanently replaced
- Previous dental work that has failed or needs frequent repair
- Interest in addressing underlying causes, not just symptoms
- Adequate bone density or willingness to consider bone grafting
- Commitment to excellent oral hygiene and understanding root causes
If you've had dental work fail before, if you're tired of temporary solutions, or if you want to understand and fix the root causes of your dental problems, our approach might be exactly what you're looking for.
Meet Dr. Spencer Rickers, DMD
Sedation Expertise
Tech-forward, Patient-first
Your Implant Journey Step-by-Step
Comprehensive Consultation
Your journey begins with more than a typical dental exam. Dr. Rickers evaluates your entire oral ecosystem using advanced CBCT imaging to create a 3D map of your bone structure and identify underlying issues. This thorough assessment often reveals why you lost teeth in the first place.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Dr. Rickers creates a detailed treatment plan addressing both missing teeth and contributing factors. Using digital planning software, he shows you exactly where implants will be placed and what your final result will look like, including timing for any preparatory work needed.
Implant Placement
Your chosen sedation method ensures complete comfort during digitally-guided implant placement. "When you're relaxed and not worried about the treatment, everything goes more smoothly," explains Dr. Rickers. Temporary teeth may be placed the same day.
Healing and Integration
While implants integrate with your jawbone (typically 3-6 months), Dr. Rickers may address functional issues that contributed to tooth loss—like tongue posture or bite problems. This healing period is crucial for long-term success.
Custom Crown Creation
Working with elite dental labs and facial scanning technology, your permanent crown is designed to match your unique facial characteristics, not just adjacent teeth. Custom shading matches the whites of your eyes for a natural appearance.
Final Restoration
Your completed implant feels completely natural. Dr. Rickers provides care instructions and regular checkups to ensure lifelong health. Because we've addressed underlying causes, you can be confident in your investment.
Why Hundreds of Happy Patients Choose Us
Full-Service Dentistry
Complete care from checkups to implants and smile makeovers, planned for lifelong health.
No Judgment Ever
Come as you are—compassion, comfort options, and a clear path forward.
Non-Surgical Gum Care
Cutting-edge, non-surgical system to eliminate gum disease and restore oral health.
Transparent Pricing
Clear estimates, flexible financing, and helpful insurance support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat and drink with dental implants?
Yes! Once healed, dental implants allow you to eat and drink just like with natural teeth. They restore full function, so you can enjoy your favorite foods without worry.
How often will I need follow-up appointments?
Most patients return for follow-up visits every 3-6 months to ensure the implants are healing properly and to monitor progress.
Am I a good candidate for dental implants?
You may be a good candidate if you are in overall good health, have one or more missing teeth, and have adequate bone to support the implants. Dr. Rickers will conduct a thorough evaluation during your consultation to determine your suitability for implants.
Will my dental implants look natural?
Yes! Dr. Rickers customizes your implants to match the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth. Your new teeth will blend seamlessly with your smile for a natural, beautiful result.
How do I care for my dental implants?
Caring for dental implants is similar to caring for natural teeth. Brush and floss regularly, and visit Dr. Rickers for routine checkups to keep your implants healthy.
How much do dental implants cost?
The cost of dental implants varies depending on factors like the number of implants needed and any additional treatments. We offer flexible financing options and accept most major insurance plans to make your treatment affordable.
Are dental implants painful?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort. Dr. Rickers offers sedation options to ensure you’re relaxed and comfortable during the procedure. Afterward, any discomfort can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
How long does it take to get dental implants?
The dental implant process typically takes 3-6 months. This allows time for the implant to fuse with your jawbone before placing the final restoration. Your timeline may vary based on your individual needs.
PPO Plans Accepted
In-House Membership Plan
Our exclusive membership plan offers comprehensive coverage at affordable rates:
- 365/Year $1/Day
- 10% off Treatment Up to 20% off preventative and gum therapy.
- Two Full Cleanings, one Emergency exam. All additional imaging included for procedures and exams.
- No waiting periods or annual maximums
