Business Details
15 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Dentists in La Mesa, CA
Summit Dental of La Mesa has been dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care to the La Mesa community since 2011. Our team of experienced dentists, including Dr. Richard Evans, Dr. Erin Ransom, and Dr. Stephanie Peacock, combines advanced training with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional oral health solutions. Specializing in general dentistry, cosmetic enhancements, and sleep apnea treatment, we utilize state-of-the-art equipment like CEREC same-day crowns and cone beam CT scanners to ensure precise, efficient care. With over 27 years of clinical experience, our professionals prioritize patient comfort while addressing diverse dental needsfrom routine checkups to complex restorative procedures.We emphasize preventive care and patient education to help families maintain lifelong oral wellness. Our office fosters a welcoming environment where personalized attention meets technical expertise, ensuring every visit exceeds expectations. By offering flexible financial options and sedation dentistry, we make high-quality care accessible to all patients, regardless of insurance status. Our commitment to continuous professional development keeps us at the forefront of dental innovation, allowing us to deliver optimal outcomes for every smile we treat.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Porcelain Veneers
Dental Bonding
Teeth Whitening
Candid Clear Aligners
Pediatric Dentistry
Dental Sleep Medicine
Dental Implants
Sedation Dentistry
Same Day Crowns
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of combined dental expertise with advanced training in sleep and TMJ disorders
- Our office provides same-day crowns using CEREC technology for efficient restorations
- We treat the full family with dedicated pediatric dental services and age-appropriate care
- Our team offers non-surgical periodontal solutions for gum disease management
- We provide sedation dentistry options to ensure comfortable care for anxious patients
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services transform smiles through porcelain veneers, dental bonding, and professional teeth whitening treatments. We specialize in creating natural-looking aesthetic improvements that complement facial features while maintaining functional bite alignment. Our dentists combine artistic skill with advanced materials to address discoloration, chips, gaps, and misshapen teeth.
Dental Sleep Medicine
We provide customized oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea and snoring disorders. Our dentists create comfortable, adjustable mouthguards that reposition the jaw to maintain open airways during sleep. This non-invasive alternative to CPAP machines helps improve sleep quality and reduces associated health risks like hypertension and daytime fatigue.
Same Day Crowns
Using CEREC technology, we fabricate and place dental crowns in a single appointment. This eliminates the need for temporary crowns and multiple visits. Our precision-milled ceramic restorations match natural tooth color and structure while providing immediate protection for damaged or weakened teeth.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer oral conscious sedation and nitrous oxide options to help anxious patients receive necessary dental care comfortably. Our calibrated sedation techniques ensure safe, relaxing experiences while maintaining patient responsiveness throughout procedures. Post-treatment recovery protocols prioritize patient safety and comfort.
Dental Implants
Our implant dentistry services replace missing teeth with permanent, natural-looking solutions. We perform implant placement and restoration using biocompatible titanium posts that integrate with jawbone tissue. This treatment restores chewing function and prevents bone loss while maintaining facial structure integrity.
People
Dr. Richard B. Evans
Dentist
Dr. Evans earned his dental degree from Georgetown University and has practiced dentistry for over 27 years. He specializes in sleep apnea treatment and TMJ disorders, holding memberships in the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. He founded Summit Dental of La Mesa in 2011.
Dr. Erin Ransom
Dentist
Dr. Ransom graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and completed advanced general dentistry training. She brings expertise in clear aligner therapy and family dental care to our practice, combining technical skill with patient-centered communication to create positive dental experiences.
Dr. Stephanie Peacock
Dentist
Dr. Peacock received her dental degree from UCLA and completed a residency at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. She specializes in restorative dentistry and implant placement, with particular interest in serving diverse communities and providing comprehensive care for complex dental needs.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic enhancements, sleep apnea treatment, dental implants, and emergency dental care using advanced technology.
Do you treat children?
Yes, we offer pediatric dental services including routine checkups, preventive care, and age-appropriate treatment for children of all ages.
What sleep apnea treatment options are available?
We provide customized oral appliances that reposition the jaw to maintain open airways during sleep as a non-invasive alternative to CPAP machines.
Can I get same-day dental crowns?
Yes, we use CEREC technology to design, fabricate, and place ceramic crowns in a single appointment without temporary restorations.
What payment options do you offer?
We accept major credit cards and offer in-office savings plans for patients without dental insurance to make quality care more affordable.
