Kelly & Chris Ackerman · 5 out of 5 stars · 5 months ago
Best dental clinic I’ve ever been to. I’m so glad I went with Dr. Rivera to do my implants. I always hated going to the dentist, but Dr. Rivera has been the most gentle, caring and knowledgeable dentist I’ve ever had. If you are looking for a dentist that does implants please check out this dentist!! The whole office has been amazing also.
Wayne Smith · 5 out of 5 stars · 4 months ago
This by far is the best dentist I have ever been.
They are so informative and explain everything as they go.
When leaving there I was in the least amount of pain then any other dentist I've seen in the past.
Highly recommend Stafford smiles.
Nafitalai Kioa · 5 out of 5 stars · 9 months ago
Dr. Rivera is the ultimate professional and along with his staff, they were outstanding with the way they treated me as a patient and how my spouse was kept updated during my procedure. Much impressive to me was how courteous and professional the way the staff communicated with each other and with the doctor. My impression of Dr. Rivera following my initial visit with his clear and layman terms ways of explaining the process, the pros and cons of each approach in my situation, proved to be the deciding factor that brought me to his office. I strongly recommend Dr. Rivera and his staff to anyone looking for dental implant in northern Virginia.
T Ashlin · 5 out of 5 stars · 4 months ago
I was so happy to find Dr. Rivera and so thrilled with the outcome of my FP1 procedure. We actually drove 8 hours to get to Innova and it was well worth it since the Oral surgeons and prosthodontists in CT told me that I could not have a FP1 procedure and would need the All in 4 type surgery which removes so much of your bone (I now suspect because they did not do FP1).
Dr Rivera’s office was so gracious about accommodating us based on our remote location (zoom meetings and follow up, flexible scheduling.). I was also very impressed with all the high tech tools that Dr Rivera used to be able to complete both upper and lower arch replacements in under 2 days. I am the kind of person who loves to understand what is going on and his team of 5 constantly kept me up to date. Most people are sedated for this procedure but Dr Rivera was fine with my desire to only use local numbing and I was amazed at how gradually and painlessly Dr Rivera accomplished it. I don’t think most people know that this technique is an option because dentists do not generally have the high tech tools and knowledge. Surprisingly it turned out that this less invasive procedure actually was less expensive than the quotes for the procedures that would have removed so much bone based on my gummy smile that I got in my State. Again I am so glad I found Dr Rivera and his team.
Jeff Brackett · 5 out of 5 stars · 6 months ago
Dentist was unbelievable. So awesome and explained everything. He went out of his way to make me feel better about the procedure even though it was difficult. Extraction is not easy and he was awesome and did it with ease. He was awesome and thank you. He is great. Highly recommend
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About Innova Dental Implant Center
Innova Dental Implant Center, located in Stafford, Virginia, is a prosthodontics practice focused on restoring and replacing missing or damaged teeth. The practice offers a range of dental implant options, including single dental implants, mini dental implants, Teeth in a Day (All-on-4 style full-arch treatment), as well as crowns, bridges, dentures, and partials. Treatment plans are built around each patient's specific needs, with the goal of restoring both function and appearance to the smile.
Patients considering dental implants can begin with a consultation to determine candidacy, since a comprehensive evaluation is needed to confirm that implants are the right fit for an individual's oral health and jawbone condition. The practice describes an in-house lab and sedation dentistry options as part of how care is delivered. Innova Dental Implant Center serves patients from Stafford and the surrounding Northern Virginia area, with a second office location in Alexandria.
Meet the Doctors
The practice is led by Dr. Elias Rivera, a Board-certified Prosthodontist with 25 years of experience in dentistry. He earned his dental degree from Cayetano Heredia University School of Dentistry, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and later completed a Certificate in Prosthodontics and a Master's in Oral Biology at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, along with advanced surgical training in implant dentistry at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. Dr. Rivera is a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists and a member of the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association, and the International Team for Implantology. He focuses his practice on complex oral reconstructions, dental implants, and cosmetic dentistry.