By Dr. Eric Wolfe
She came to us frustrated.
In just under six months, she had been referred from a general dentist to a gum specialist, then to an oral surgeon, then to another dentist who was supposed to “pull it all together.” Then came the lab delays. Then a miscommunication about which teeth would actually be replaced.
She had driven to four offices, filled out four sets of paperwork, told the same story four different times. She tried to keep track of who was in charge, but with no one coordinating the pieces, she felt like the worn-out glue. And she was exhausted.
Sound familiar?
If you have ever tried to navigate care from multiple providers, you know how quickly it becomes confusing and emotionally draining. You need a crown, but only after a graft. You need a bridge, but your gums need attention first. You aren’t even sure where the treatment begins and ends.
What you really want:
- You want trusted care from someone who listens and walks with you through every step.
- You want a plan that makes sense and a team that knows your name and truly cares for you with genuine connection.
- You want a complete, comfortable solution in one location.
That’s exactly what we do here at Summit Smiles Dental.
At Summit Smiles Dental, you don’t have to manage your own care. We do it for you, which is how it should be. I lead a close-knit, hand-selected team of trusted specialists who help deliver general, cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry with an exceptional level of precision – and most importantly to me, with a sense of connection.
Let me introduce you to some key members of our extended dental family:
Periodontist: The Gum and Bone Expert
Our periodontist is a specialist who focuses on the foundation of your smile: your gums and the bone that supports your teeth. This expertise is especially important for implant cases or when gum disease has caused recession, bleeding or bone loss. If these conditions are part of your dental story, we have got you covered right here at our office.
When I suspect that the gums need special care, I consult directly with our partner periodontist, coordinate the treatment plan and walk with you every step of the way. This collaboration helps protect your long-term health and ensures you have a healthy smile down to the gums and bones.
Oral Surgeon: The Implant and Extraction Pro
Sometimes a patient needs more advanced procedures like wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting or implant placement. That’s where our oral surgeon comes in.
I have spent years building relationships with a select group of oral surgeons who match our values: warm, welcoming, and deeply skilled. We handle the referrals, the imaging and even the follow-ups to ensure your entire experience feels seamless, supported and stress-free.
Prosthodontist: The Smile Architect
A prosthodontist is a specialist in creating custom restorations like crowns, bridges and implant-supported dentures. They are the “architect” of the final smile, helping ensure your results look natural, function beautifully and last a long time.
If your case is especially complex – for example, you are missing multiple teeth or you are considering a full smile makeover – I may bring in a prosthodontist to collaborate on the design. Together, we create a clinically excellent treatment plan tailored to your personal goals.
At Summit Smiles Dental, you get a coordinated, compassionate team committed to your care. We have trusted partnerships with experts who share our values so that you never have to worry about repeating your health history, chasing down records or wondering who’s responsible for what.
Care and connection go together. That’s why we take the time to surround you with the right people and walk with you every step of the way.
As one of our patients, Sandra, told us, “I spent a year and a half discussing my options with Dr. Wolfe, asking countless questions… After referrals to two of Dr. Wolfe’s partner oral surgeons, I selected the one I felt most comfortable with. I’m so pleased with both the referral and Dr. Wolfe’s guidance!”
That’s exactly the kind of experience we aim to deliver every day.
If you wonder where to start with improving your smile, know this: you already have a team, and we are here for you for every single one of your dental needs and desires.