2240 Grande Blvd SE Suite 101 Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Experienced Implant Dentist in Rio Rancho Providing Exceptional Care
Missing teeth can lead to a number of health issues that go well beyond appearance. A gap in your smile affects your bite, puts uneven pressure on surrounding teeth, and causes the jawbone beneath the missing tooth to gradually lose density over time. It can also make eating a healthy, varied diet more difficult — and for many patients, it affects their confidence in ways that quietly impact their daily life.
While removable appliances like partial dentures can restore the appearance of a full smile, there is also a permanent option — dental implants. At Fife Dental Care in Rio Rancho, NM, Dr. Fife can provide the permanent tooth restoration you want, with results that look and feel completely natural.
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What is a Dental Implant
A dental implant is a small titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Once the post integrates with the bone — a process called osseointegration — a custom-fabricated dental crown is attached on top to replace the visible portion of the tooth.
The result is a restoration that looks, functions, and feels like a natural tooth in virtually every way. Unlike a bridge, which relies on neighboring teeth for support, or a denture, which sits on top of the gum tissue, an implant is anchored directly into the jaw — making it the most stable and biomechanically sound tooth replacement option available.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Permanent and Stable
Strong and Durable
Natural-Looking
Preserves Jawbone
Protects Surrounding Teeth
Mini Dental Implants
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants
- Sufficient jawbone density to support the implant post — if bone loss has occurred, a bone graft may be recommended first to rebuild the foundation
- Healthy gum tissue free of active periodontal disease
- Overall health — certain medical conditions and medications may affect the healing process and will be carefully reviewed
- Non-smoker or willingness to quit — smoking significantly impairs healing and implant success rates
An Experienced Implant Dentist in Rio Rancho
Dr. Fife is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a member of the Academy of Osseointegration — two of the most respected professional organizations in implant dentistry. He has a high success rate with tooth implants and brings both the training and the experience to deliver outstanding, long-lasting results.
But at Fife Dental Care, you get more than a skilled implant dentist. You get a better dental experience overall. Our staff does everything possible to ensure your safety and comfort throughout every stage of the implant process, and Dr. Fife is licensed to provide oral conscious sedation to achieve an anxiety-free visit for patients who need it.
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