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Restorative Dentistry treatments in Yuma, AZ.
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Amazing experience! My mother broke a veneer on a front tooth while traveling. I started calling around and was referred to Gila Ridge Dental. They are obviously very busy, but took timely care of my mother and the results are excellent. Her broken veneer was replaced with a crown. The staff and doctor were caring, supportive, communicative and honest. Highly highly recommended!
- Gregory L. , MD
Our Restorative Dentistry Services
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Implant Restorations
- Dentures & Partials
- Same-Day Dental Crowns
- Dental Fillings
- Dental Inlays & Onlays
- Root Canal Therapy
DR. GARNER AND DR. THORSON CAN RESTORE THE FUNCTIONALITY AND BEAUTY OF YOUR SMILE WITH RESTORATIVE TREATMENTS.
About Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Garner and Dr. Thorson are committed to helping you live life to the fullest using the latest dental technologies and restoration techniques.
Do you have missing or broken teeth? Have you neglected your own oral health needs for many years? Maybe you suffer from sleep apnea or TMJ disorder. A dentist specializing in restorative dentistry can help you solve all of these dental problems..
We’ll give you great reasons to choose Dr. Garner and Dr. Thorson as your Yuma, AZ dentists:
- Patient Comforts — our spa-like environment and fabulous amenities help you relax and feel pampered
- Convenience — your time is precious, so we try to get your treatment done in one visit, especially root canals
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Stephen Garner, DMD
Dr. Garner grew up in a small town in northern Idaho. He started his undergraduate studies at Boise State but decided to finish at Northern Arizona University, where he received his BA in Spanish with a minor in biology. Dr. Garner received his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. His wife, Gretchen, is a native of Yuma and the two of them decided to come back to her roots to start a dental practice and raise a family. Dr. Garner is currently a member of the Yuma Dental Study Club, the Academy of General Dentistry, Southern Arizona Dental Society, Arizona Dental Association and the American Dental Association®.
Dr. Thor G. Thorson, DDS
Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Dr. Thorson attended Northern Arizona University where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in political science with a minor in chemistry. After graduation, Dr. Thorson relocated to the Midwest to attend the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Dr. Thorson then practiced dentistry in rainy Oregon as part of a group practice. In August of 2009, Dr. Thorson moved to Yuma and has been enjoying the sun ever since. Dr. Thorson is active in the Yuma Dental Study Club and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Southern Arizona Dental Society, Arizona Dental Association and the American Dental Association®. His wife, Katie, is also a Yuma native and they have five children.
Dr. Cecelia Nguyen, DMD
Hailing from northeast Indiana, Dr. Nguyen completed her bachelor’s degree in Science-Business at the University of Notre Dame. Her journey then led her to Mesa, Arizona where she completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree accompanied by a certificate in Public Health with an emphasis in Dentistry at the Arizona School of Dental and Oral Health. Following graduation she continued to pursue her interests in providing quality dental care in a small town near Tulsa, Oklahoma. Oklahoma for a change in scenery and to be close to her nieces and nephews. She has recently decided to swap out thunderstorms and tornadoes for the cloud-free, sunny skies of Yuma, Arizona and is excited to build relationships with the community here.
Explore Our Restorative Dentistry Services in Yuma, AZ
Dental Implants
Dental implants replace missing or extracted teeth to restore the beauty of your smile. Dental implants look and function like your other teeth, providing more stability for your smile than other options. They are prosthetic teeth that consist of the implant post, which replicates the root of your tooth, and the implant restoration, which replaces the crown of your tooth.
Dentures & Partials
If you need to replace multiple teeth, Dr. Thor Thorson and Dr. Stephen Garner can provide you with a complete or partial denture to restore your smile. Dentures also work to improve your quality of life by restoring your ability to eat and speak normally. We provide both complete and partials at our office to meet the needs of our patients.
Dental Fillings
If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, a dental filling may be the right choice for you. We welcome you to contact our office today to learn more about dental fillings and book a visit with our dentists. We look forward to providing you with the care you need to reach a healthy, beautiful smile!
Crowns
Instead of the typical two-day completion time, our CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing) technology allows us to complete and place your dental crown in just one visit. This saves you time and prevents the need for a second visit to our office to restore your smile. With CAD/CAM technology, a digital impression is made that allows us to design your dental crown. The custom crown is then milled in minutes in our office.
Bridges
A dental bridge is a dental restoration that is fixed in place. The bridge is made up of a tooth replacement with a dental crown on either side. The bridge is anchored using the two dental crowns. Your dental bridge will be custom made to help it fit comfortably, function well and look like your natural teeth. If well cared for, a dental bridge can last for many years.
Dental Inlays & Onlays
Dental inlays and onlays, which are also called partial crowns, are custom created from composite resin, porcelain or gold. Your inlay or onlay will be custom created to help ensure optimal fit and function. Dental inlays and onlays blend in with your natural teeth, conserve much of your natural tooth structure and help restore your oral health.
Root Canal
Root canal treatment may be recommended if the nerves and pulp of a tooth have become infected or damaged. This damage may be caused by decay or an injury that reaches past the outer enamel layer of the tooth. If left untreated, this level of tooth damage may cause the tooth to die. If this is the case, the tooth will need to be extracted.
OUR location
Gila Ridge Dental Yuma, AZ
7949 E 24th St, Yuma, AZ 85365
Monday-Thursday : 8am–5pm
Friday : 7am–2pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Call @ (928) 408-7881
We Proudly Accept Insurance & Financing
At Gila Ridge Dental, we understand that dental care can be expensive, and that each financial situation is unique. We offer several financial options to work with your budget and help you receive the care you need. Please call us to learn more and make an appointment with us. Our office accepts most dental insurances, and we invite you to contact us and verify that we accept your insurance. We also offer an in-house dental plan for patients without insurance.
PPO Dental Insurance
Your plan/company may not be listed. Please contact our office if you have questions, we are dental insurance experts!
Financial Policy
In an effort to reduce the cost to you, the patient, while maintaining the highest level of professional care, we have established the financial policy as follows:
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