Why Choose Riverstone Dental Care?
1. Safe and Effective Dental Sedation
Patient safety is our highest priority. Most of our wisdom teeth patients choose moderate sedation with local anesthesia, which allows them to remain comfortable while maintaining important protective reflexes. With moderate sedation:
- Patients breathe on their own
- No breathing tube is required
- Patients can respond to verbal commands or light touch
- Recovery is generally smooth and predictable
For patients who prefer it, wisdom teeth can often be removed using local anesthetic only.
For patients who desire deep sedation or general anesthesia, Riverstone Dental Care utilizes an independent CRNA or anesthesiologist to provide anesthesia while the dentist focuses entirely on the surgical procedure. This team approach mirrors the model commonly used throughout medicine and allows each professional to focus on their area of expertise.
2. Experience
Dr. John Pulsipher removed his first wisdom tooth in 2006. Since then, he has removed thousands of teeth and has extensive experience treating both straightforward and complex wisdom tooth cases. Whether your teeth are fully erupted, partially erupted, or impacted beneath the bone, our team has the training and experience to provide appropriate treatment options.
3. Cost
For many patients, out-of-pocket costs may be as little as $0, while more complex cases can exceed $4,000. The cost of wisdom teeth removal varies significantly depending on:
- Number of teeth removed
- Degree of impaction
- Sedation selected
- Insurance benefits
Riverstone Dental Care is in-network with nearly all major PPO dental insurance plans, helping patients maximize their benefits and reduce out-of-pocket expenses. For patients without insurance, our Membership Plan can provide savings of up to 25% on many services.
We believe finances should never be a barrier to receiving necessary care, and our team will help you understand your treatment options before scheduling surgery.
4. Convenience
We make wisdom teeth treatment as convenient as possible. Riverstone Dental Care offers:
- Three convenient North Idaho locations
- Hours from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Saturday appointments available
- Multiple sedation options
- In-network with most PPO insurance plans
- After-hours emergency support
Dr. Pulsipher remains available for patients after surgery and is also on call should questions arise during recovery.
