Full Mouth Dental Implants in Rapid City & Spearfish, SD

You've tried dentures. You've adjusted them, relined them, used adhesives — and still found yourself avoiding certain foods or covering your mouth when you laugh. Maybe they work well enough on most days. But "well enough" isn't the same as confident.

Full mouth dental implants are a different solution entirely. Instead of teeth that rest on your gums and shift when you eat or talk, implants anchor a full set of fixed teeth directly into your jawbone. They don't come out. They don't slip. And they function more like the teeth you had before you lost them.

Dr. Garner places full mouth implants in-house using a same-day method called DIEM®. For patients who qualify, that means walking in with dentures or failing teeth and walking out the same day with a fixed, non-removable set. No gap. No waiting months to look and feel like yourself again.

Same-Day Teeth: How It Works

For patients who qualify, implants are placed and a fixed set of teeth is attached — all in one appointment. You're not sent home without teeth. You're not placed in a temporary removable denture. You leave with teeth that are functional, fixed, and designed to carry you through the healing phase.

After healing, that initial set is upgraded to a stronger final restoration built for long-term durability. Not everyone qualifies for same-day placement — it depends on bone quality and overall health. If same-day isn't right for your situation, we'll tell you honestly and map out the timeline that is.

How much do full mouth dental implants cost in Rapid City, SD?  

Cost varies depending on whether one or both sides are treated, whether extractions or bone grafting are needed, and the type of final restoration. Many insurance plans offer partial coverage when treatment is medically necessary, and financing through CareCredit is available. We provide a detailed cost breakdown at your consultation — no ballpark guessing.

Is same-day really possible?  

For eligible patients, yes. Implants are placed and a fixed set of teeth is attached during the same appointment. Those teeth stay in place while your implants fuse with bone over the following months. You are never without teeth during the process.

Do full mouth implants hurt?  

The procedure is done under local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide is available for extra comfort. Most patients tell us the soreness afterward was less than they expected — especially compared to the relief of finally having stable teeth.

How long do full mouth implants last?  

With proper care, the implants themselves can last 20 years or longer — many last a lifetime. The restoration on top may need maintenance over the years. Regular checkups help us monitor everything long-term.

What's the difference between full mouth implants and dentures?  

Dentures rest on your gums and can loosen over time. Full mouth implants anchor directly into bone — they don't move, don't require adhesive, and protect the jawbone that dentures can't. Dentures are still a valid path when implants aren't the right fit. We walk you through both options honestly.