Precision Isn’t Optional—It’s the Standard
Dental implants aren’t just another service we offer at Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma—they’re one of the most important life-changing procedures we perform. Whether it’s one missing tooth or a full-mouth restoration, dental implants can restore more than a smile—they restore confidence, health, and quality of life.
But here’s the truth most practices won’t tell you: dental implants fail more often than you think. According to published studies in Clinical Oral Implants Research, the national average failure rate of dental implants ranges from 5% to 10%, with even higher rates in certain cases due to poor planning, rushed placement, or lack of post-op care.
Now, I didn’t spend over a decade training in medicine, dentistry, general surgery, anesthesia, and maxillofacial reconstruction just to be average.
At Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, we’ve committed ourselves to being in the top 1% of dental implant practices in the country—and not just in words, but in measurable outcomes. Our implant failure rate is under 1%, and I want to take a moment to show you exactly why that’s the case.
Our Philosophy: Treat Every Patient Like Family
Before we talk about technology or technique, let me make one thing clear: every decision I make—from surgical planning to how we follow up—is guided by one simple principle:
“Treat every patient the way I’d treat my own family.”
If my mom needed a dental implant, I wouldn’t cut corners. I wouldn’t accept “good enough.” And I certainly wouldn’t skip the steps that lead to long-term success. That’s the same mindset I bring to every case in our office, and it's the culture I’ve instilled in my entire team.
1. Advanced Diagnostics: It All Starts with Seeing More, Earlier
Dental implant success begins long before the surgery. One of the most common reasons implants fail is due to poor initial assessment. We don’t let that happen.
We start every implant case with CBCT 3D imaging (Cone Beam Computed Tomography). This ultra-precise technology gives us a high-resolution, 360-degree view of your jawbone, nerve pathways, sinuses, and surrounding structures. That allows me to:
- Assess bone quality and density
- Identify potential anatomical challenges
- Determine exact implant placement and angulation
- Plan for bone grafting if necessary
No guesswork. No assumptions. Just detailed, data-driven insight before we even pick up a surgical instrument.
2. Virtual Surgery Technology: The GPS for Implant Success
Remember the last time you drove somewhere new without GPS? Now imagine doing that while drilling into a patient’s jaw. Yeah—not a good idea.
That’s why I use virtual surgical technology for complex implant surgeries with custom surgical guides, digitally designed using your 3D scan and planning software. These guides are fabricated specifically for your anatomy and allow me to place implants with millimeter-level accuracy.
Why is this important?
- It minimizes trauma to surrounding tissue
- It improves healing
- It ensures optimal implant positioning for long-term strength and aesthetics
- It reduces chair time and risk of complications
This level of precision is what separates Elite Oral Surgery from the average implant experience.
3. Surgeon Training: Dual Degrees, Decades of Surgical Mastery
I completed a 6-year oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at one of the top programs in the nation, earning both my DMD and MD. I trained in general surgery, trauma surgery, vascular surgery, and even spent six months in anesthesiology at a Level 1 trauma center.
What does that mean for you?
It means you’re not just getting a dentist who took a weekend course in implants. You’re getting a medically trained surgeon who’s handled some of the most complex surgical scenarios imaginable—and who brings that level of vigilance, care, and skill to every procedure.
4. The Right Team, The Right Culture
At Elite, our team isn’t just technically skilled—they’re trained, empowered, and inspired to be the best in their individual roles. From our surgical assistants to our treatment coordinators and implant specialists, we’re united by a common mission:
“Deliver the highest level of care, compassion, and surgical excellence in Oklahoma.”
We believe in servant leadership, and I pour into my team every week—coaching them, educating them, and developing them to be leaders in their own right. This culture of excellence translates directly to a better patient experience and better outcomes.
5. Post-Op Care That Goes the Extra Mile
We don’t disappear after the surgery.
We guide every patient through a customized recovery protocol and follow-up plan. We use proactive healing strategies, monitor osseointegration, and ensure that you’re healing exactly as expected. If anything feels off—we’re on it before it becomes a problem.
That’s how you keep failure rates under 1%. You stay engaged. You stay invested. And you never take shortcuts.
Final Thoughts: Precision. Passion. People. That’s Elite.
If you're looking for dental implants in Tulsa or anywhere in Oklahoma, I’d love the opportunity to sit down with you and explain what makes us different.
We don’t rush treatment plans. We don’t offer cookie-cutter care. We offer unmatched expertise, precision technology, and a family-first mindset that ensures your implant experience is done once—and done right.
Come See For Yourself!
📞 Ready to explore your dental implant options? Call Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma today at (918) 417-6525 or visit www.eliteoralsurgeryofok.com to schedule your consultation with Dr. Jeremy Egan, DMD, MD.
You deserve the best implant care in the state—and we’re here to deliver it.
- Learn more about our Dental Implant Surgery
Explore our Surgical Planning Technology and Options for Full Mouth Reconstruction
- Study on Implant Failure Rates – Clinical Oral Implants Research
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
- Oklahoma Mission of Mercy
Because when it comes to your health, “close enough” doesn’t cut it. Choose precision. Choose care. Choose Elite.
– Dr. Jeremy Egan, DMD, MD
Tulsa’s most trusted oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
