What is an Implant Center?
 
An implant center is a group of like minded, well trained dentists who strive to achieve the best care of their patients through careful treatment planning, the use of the most modern techniques and the coordination of their specialties.

High Desert Oral Surgery & Implant Center offers the combination of Dr. Harris's surgical practice for the placement of the implants, followed by the excellent esthetic restoration of those implants by one of many diplomats to the center.

"At High Desert Oral Surgery & Implant Center we consider preservation of existing bone for implant therapy when evaluating a tooth for restoration. If we find that we will likely have greater long term success with and implant over tradition endodontic and crown/bridge, we are quick to offer that option to our patients." Dr. Harris


Grouped By Location, Then Alphabetized By Last Name.
Clayton, Marshall DDS (480) 585-3065 Pinnacle Peak & Scottsdale www.marshallclaytondds.com
Morse, Forbes DDS (623) 587-0300 I-17 & Pinnacle Peak www.happyvalleydentistry.com
Flowers, Darren DMD (623) 551-8000 Anthem *
Wall, Nicholas DDS (623) 551-5555 Anthem www.walldentistry.com
Rowe, Kurt & Erika DMD, DDS (602) 867-7748 Cactus & 32nd *
Lachot, Bruce DDS (480) 515-1000 Hartford Drive www.lachotsmiles.com
Loo, Kent DDS (480) 515-1000 Hartford Drive www.lachotsmiles.com
Savino, Paul DDS (928) 684-0600 Wickenburg *
Fleming, Elizabeth DDS (480) 860-4300 Tatum & 101 Loop www.desertridgesmiles.com
McKinney, Erin DDS (480) 488-0686 Tatum & Cave Creek Road *
Hakes, R. Scott DDS (480) 538-8040 Tatum & Jomax Road *
Lamborn, Keith DDS (480) 563-5237 Tatum & Cave Creek Road *
Sommer, William DDS (480) 563-8686 Tatum & Cave Creek Road *
Daniels, Elysa DDS (480) 488-9735 Carefree *
Doelle, Dennis DDS (480) 488-9241 Carefree www.carefreevillagedentistry.com
Jorgensen, Seth DDS (480) 488-9735 Carefree *
Munkel, Christopher DDS (623) 580-4600 Carefree Hwy *
Patel, Brett DMD (623) 434-9868 Carefree Hwy & 7th www.pateldental.com
Solberg, Eric DDS (480) 595-8484 Carefree & Cave Creek www.ericsolbergdds.com
Rubio-Ellis, Marissa DDS (623) 582-6789 Union Hills & 7th *
Sharma, Manoj DDS (623) 547-0011 Litchfield Park www.sapphiredentalcare.com
Schwartz, Allison DDS (480) 951-0651 91st St. & Shea www.healthysmilesdentistry.com
Graber, Greg DDS (480) 513-6864 Dynamite & Alma School www.northscottsdaledentist.com
Vizcarra, Sara DDS (480) 473-8920 Pinnacle Peak & Alma School *
Kaur, G DDS (623) 533-5699 Carefree & 27th Drive *
Dameron, Brett DDS (602) 992-1384 Cactus & 32nd www.drdameron.com
Holly, Lerma DDS (480) 659-9499 Pinnacle Peak & Pima www.pinnaclepeakdental.com
Christine, Kopsky DDS (480) 860-0008 Thompson Peak Pkwy & Pima www.marketstreetdental.com
Zachary, Gilbertson DDS (602) 977-1110 56th St. & E.Bell *
Scott, Sutton DDS (480) 949-7900 Scottsdale & Camelback *
Peter, Finocchiaro DDS (480) 488-7010 60th St. & Carefree *

What is a dental implant?

Dental Implant
Simplified... A dental implant is a titanium screw which is surgically inserted into the bone of your upper or lower jaw using special techniques. This implant is then covered and allowed to heal and "Osseointegration". Once the implant is stable (Immediate to 6 months of healing), the implant is surgically exposed and a prosthetic tooth or teeth is fabricated to attach to that implant.

Where can you place implants?

Actually, you can place titanium implants into just about any part of the body as long as there is sufficient bone to keep them stable. This type of device has been used for many years in orthopedic surgery. Implants are regularly used for:

  • Single tooth replacement
  • Fixed bridges up to an entire arch of teeth
  • Stabilization of full or partial dentures

Can I receive IV sedation for my implant?

Absolutely, implant surgery is invasive enough that the implant center recommends some form of IV sedation during implant placement.

Can implants fail?

Yes. Implants have an 85 - 99% success rate depending on implant location, bone type and many other factors. The doctors at High Desert Implant Center can have implants fail to osseointegration without cause. Dr. Harris will discuss these risks at length with you during your free consult visit.

How much do implants cost?

While implants do tend to be slightly more expensive that traditional crown and bridge, the price difference per unit / tooth is getting smaller. Prices for implants vary based on location and the patients needs. Please make an appointment for a free implant consult with Dr. Harris as soon as possible.

How long do implants take?

Possibly the only down side to implants revolves around the time required for osseointegration of the implant. There are situations were implants are sufficiently stable on placement to allow immediate loading of the implant with a temporary crown. However, more often than not, the implant will require 4-6 months of healing before the implant will be stable enough to have a crown attached.

What is Bone Grafting?

During you implant consult, Dr. Harris will evaluate the bone in you upper and lower jaws. Should you need supplemental bone grafting to ensure your implants success, Dr. Harris offers a variety of bone grafting options. Many can be done at the Implant Center. Dr. Harris offers autologous platelet concentrate for all of his bone grafts.

Do I need bone grafting or a sinus lift?

When placing a dental implant into the top jaw, Dr. Harris may discover that there is not enough thickness of bone to support a stable implant. If that is the case, a bone graft may be required. During your free implant consult, Dr. Harris will evaluate you needs and discuss the risks, benefits and alternatives for your care.

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