Implant experience behind your treatment plan
Dr. Kurt Whitlow has more than 35 years of dental experience, has placed over 7,000 implants, and is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. His clinical focus includes individual implant restorations and full-mouth rehabilitation.
Explore our in-house dental lab and smile gallery for more about the restorative side of care. A consultation with Dr. Whitlow is the place to discuss which options fit your mouth and your goals.
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Preparing for your first visit
Bring a medication list, available dental records, and any current denture or earlier treatment proposal. Write down the changes you want to make: replacing a gap, improving chewing, stabilizing a denture, or understanding a full-arch plan.
If you will travel for care, ask about the expected appointment sequence and any transportation requirements before scheduling a procedure. For payment questions, request an itemized estimate. Insurance coverage varies by plan; benefit verification does not determine whether a plan will pay for treatment.
Request an implant consultation or read the American Dental Association’s implant overview before your visit.
Implant care for Tarpey Village, Old Fig Garden, and San Joaquin Estates
Meet Dr. Kurt Whitlow at our Fresno office and use these community guides to prepare for a tooth-replacement consultation.
- Tarpey Village dental implants: explore the practice, treatment choices, and a first-visit checklist.
- Old Fig Garden dental implants: consider missing teeth, an aging bridge, and the practical needs of ongoing care.
- San Joaquin Estates dental implants: compare ways to replace missing teeth or address an unstable denture.
Our guide to choosing an implant dentist, second-opinion resource, and fixed versus removable implant comparison can help you organize questions before a visit.
All consultations and care take place at 1326 Van Ness Ave, Fresno, CA 93721. Request an appointment or call 559-254-4117.
