
How to choose
Choosing your implant practice.
Twelve things to compare.
If you're weighing 5D Smiles against a national chain, here's what to actually compare. Twelve line items, focused on what we do differently. Complimentary second opinion if you already have a quote in hand.
- 4.9 Google Rating
- UCLA-Trained
- Lifetime Zirconia Warranty
Twelve things that matter
What's actually different.
Patient-facing differences you'll feel from your first call to your final crown.
5D Smiles
Dr. Henry Qiu personally — every consult, every case.
National implant chains
Surgeon rosters typically vary across visits at multi-location practices.
5D Smiles
Dr. Qiu himself — 45 minutes with the doctor.
National implant chains
Workflow may begin with a coordinator before the doctor visit. Varies by office.
5D Smiles
Itemized price in writing on day one — $245 deposit applied to your treatment when you book.
National implant chains
Quote and add-on policy varies by office. Always ask for an itemized written quote.
5D Smiles
Take the plan home. Decide on your own timeline. No follow-up calls unless you ask.
National implant chains
Same-day decision pacing is common at large practices. Ask what your options are.
5D Smiles
Included in every $245 consult ($350 value). Reviewed with you on screen.
National implant chains
Most modern implant practices include CBCT in the consult. Confirm before booking.
5D Smiles
Used on every implant. UCLA-trained technique.
National implant chains
Platelet-rich plasma protocols are not yet standard at most practices.
5D Smiles
In-house — included when needed at no extra cost on All-on-6 full-arch cases.
National implant chains
Bone graft billing practices vary. Ask whether it's in the quoted price or separate.
5D Smiles
Monolithic zirconia — lifetime warranty against fracture.
National implant chains
Final restoration material varies (acrylic, hybrid, zirconia). Ask which is included.
5D Smiles
One office. One team. Same chart every visit.
National implant chains
Multi-location practice model.
5D Smiles
Dr. Qiu personally checks at 2, 6, and 12 weeks. Direct phone access for issues.
National implant chains
Post-op follow-up continuity depends on doctor scheduling at the office that day.
5D Smiles
Complimentary. Bring your CBCT and quote — we'll review it candidly.
National implant chains
Standard consultation policies apply at most practices.
5D Smiles
$24,000 — fully inclusive, in writing, no upsells.
National implant chains
Pricing varies and is not always published publicly; ask for an itemized written quote before deposit.
Comparison based on publicly available information about national implant chains as of May 2026. Practices vary; always confirm details with the specific practice you are considering.

A personal offer
“Bring me your CBCT and your existing quote. I'll give you an honest second opinion — what's actually needed, what's upsold, and what I'd do differently. No charge. No follow-up calls.”
Dr. Henry Qiu
DDS · Founder, 5D Smiles
Already got a quote elsewhere?
Get a second opinion from Dr. Qiu.
Bring your CBCT and treatment plan. We'll review it candidly, tell you what we'd do differently, and quote you in writing. Complimentary, no follow-up calls, no pressure to switch.
What you'll get
- Dr. Qiu reviews your existing CBCT and treatment plan.
- Honest assessment of what's necessary vs. upsold.
- Written quote from 5D Smiles for the same procedure.
- Zero pressure to switch. Take it home, think it over.
Frequently asked
About comparing 5D Smiles and national implant chains
- We're pro-patient. National chains have helped many people get implants — they're a real option, and we respect them. We just believe a single-doctor, in-house model produces a more consistent result for the patient, with lower lifetime cost on most cases. We invite patients to compare both honestly. If a national chain is right for you, go to a national chain.
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Tell us about your current quote and we'll reach out within 1 business day.
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Whether you came here for implants, veneers, Invisalign, or cosmetic work — we do it all in-house, all by Dr. Qiu personally.
From $3,500Dental Implants
Fixed tooth replacement. Single tooth to full arch.
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Starts at $24,000 / archAll-on-6 · Permanent Teeth in a Day
Walk in. Walk out smiling. Six implants, not four — built to outlast a single failure.
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Custom pricingCosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, smile design, makeover. 1,000+ smiles transformed.
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From $1,800 / toothVeneers
Fix your smile in two visits. Digital smile preview.
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From $3,900Invisalign
Straight teeth in 6–18 months. Nobody has to know.
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8500 Florence Ave., Ste 100 — Downey, CA · Same-week consultations
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