About Great Smiles of La Mesa
Great Smiles of La Mesa is a dental implants periodontist located in La Mesa, California with a 4.6-star rating from 499 Google reviews. The practice provides dental implants, all-on-4 / full arch, veneers, crowns and root canals, plus 10 more services. Care is led by Fallon Livingston. Patients can expect same-day and emergency appointments, sedation for anxious patients and financing plans. The practice has served La Mesa since 2011.
Services & Procedures at Great Smiles of La Mesa
Dental ImplantsTitanium or zirconia posts that replace missing tooth roots, topped with a crown that looks and works like a natural tooth.
Sedation is available if you're nervous about implant surgery.
Bone grafting is done on site if you've been told you don't have enough bone.
3D CBCT imaging is used to plan implant placement.
Extractions and implants can be handled under one roof.
Financing can spread implant costs into monthly payments.
All-on-4 / Full ArchA full arch of fixed replacement teeth supported by as few as four implants, often placed in a single visit.
Ask Great Smiles of La Mesa about replacing a full arch in as little as one visit.
They also offer dentures if you want a removable option to compare.
VeneersThin porcelain or composite shells bonded to the front of teeth to fix color, shape, chips, and gaps.
Smile makeover planning is offered, so veneers are designed around your whole smile.
Bonding is available as a lower-cost alternative for small chips and gaps.
Whitening first can change the veneer shade you choose; both are done here.
CrownsFull-coverage caps that restore broken, cracked, or root-canal-treated teeth.
Root CanalsRemoves infected pulp to save a natural tooth and stop the pain, usually finished with a crown.
In pain now? Great Smiles of La Mesa advertises same-day and emergency visits.
Sedation options can make the procedure comfortable.
Crowns are placed here too, so the tooth can be finished without a referral.
WhiteningIn-office or take-home treatments that lift years of staining, typically in one visit.
Invisalign / AlignersClear removable aligners that straighten teeth without metal braces.
BracesTraditional orthodontics for alignment and bite correction, for kids and adults.
DenturesFull or partial removable replacements for missing teeth, including implant-supported options.
Implant-supported dentures are an option here if you want a firmer fit.
BridgesFixed replacements that span the gap left by one or more missing teeth.
ExtractionsRemoval of damaged or impacted teeth, including wisdom teeth.
Same-day visits are advertised for painful or broken teeth.
If the tooth can't be saved, implant replacement is available at the same office.
BondingTooth-colored resin sculpted onto teeth to repair chips and small gaps in one visit.
Smile MakeoverA planned combination of veneers, whitening, and reshaping designed around your whole smile.
Bone GraftingRebuilds jawbone so implants have a solid foundation, including sinus lifts.
Gum / PerioTreatment for gum disease, from deep cleanings to periodontal surgery.
Healthy gums matter before implant work; both are treated here.
Technology & Equipment
iTero digital scanningDigital impressions replace the goopy tray molds; scans are faster, more comfortable, and more accurate for aligners and crowns.
Laser dentistryLasers can treat gums and decay with less drilling, less bleeding, and faster healing than traditional instruments.
Digital X-raysSharper images with a fraction of the radiation of film X-rays, viewable instantly chairside.
Sedation dentistryNitrous, oral, or IV options that keep anxious patients calm and comfortable through longer procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Great Smiles of La Mesa offer dental implants?
Yes. Great Smiles of La Mesa's own website lists dental implants, including All-on-4 / full-arch options.
Does Great Smiles of La Mesa do veneers?
Yes, veneers are listed among Great Smiles of La Mesa's services.
Does Great Smiles of La Mesa offer financing?
Yes. Their site mentions financing or payment plan options. Contact the office for terms.
Does Great Smiles of La Mesa offer sedation?
Yes. Sedation dentistry is mentioned on their site.
Can I get a same-day appointment at Great Smiles of La Mesa?
The practice advertises emergency or same-day availability. Call to confirm.
Where is Great Smiles of La Mesa located?
Great Smiles of La Mesa is at 8893 La Mesa Blvd A, La Mesa, CA 91942.