Full-arch dental implants and complete dental care from Dr. Matthew Phillips — Army veteran, implant surgeon, and the doctor who trained the doctors.
New teeth in one day, from the surgeon who trained the surgeons. Dr. Phillips served as Surgical Training Advisor at Renew Anchored Dentures, founded by ClearChoice co-founder Dr. Don Miloni.
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"As a fellow veteran, I appreciate what Dr. Phillips has built here. He understood my situation and got me the care I needed without the VA runaround."— James R.
"The entire team made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. Professional, caring, and the results speak for themselves."— Michelle K.
DDS · U.S. Army Major (Ret.)
Surgeon. Veteran. Educator. Your smile is in the hands that trained the hands.
Dr. Matthew Phillips is a board-eligible oral surgeon and implant specialist with over two decades of clinical experience spanning military service, academic research, and advanced surgical training. He is the founder of 3rd Set Smiles in Tempe, Arizona, where he delivers comprehensive dental care with a specialization in full-arch implant reconstruction (All-on-X).
Before founding 3rd Set Smiles, Dr. Phillips served as Surgical Training Advisor at Renew Anchored Dentures — founded by ClearChoice co-founder Dr. Don Miloni, who personally recruited Dr. Phillips in 2018. For three years, Dr. Phillips established surgical protocols and trained clinicians in advanced full-arch implant procedures.
He didn't just learn how to do this work at the highest level — he taught others how to do it.
Dr. Phillips served 10 years as a dentist in the United States Army, achieving the rank of Major before receiving an honorable discharge. His military career included deployments to South Korea, Iraq, Hawaii, and Maryland, where he provided dental care under the most demanding conditions. During his service, he received three years of advanced surgical training and developed his passion for implant dentistry and complex oral reconstruction.
"The VA told a lot of my patients they couldn't help them. I'm telling them I can."
— Dr. Matthew Phillips, FounderFull-arch dental implants (All-on-X) by Dr. Matthew Phillips — former Surgical Training Advisor at Renew Anchored Dentures, founded by ClearChoice co-founder Dr. Don Miloni. The expertise of a corporate implant center. The personal care of a private practice. The fair price you deserve.
All-on-X (also known as All-on-4) is a full-arch dental implant procedure that replaces an entire set of upper or lower teeth with a fixed, permanent prosthesis anchored by four to six dental implants. Unlike traditional dentures that sit on top of your gums and can slip, click, or cause sore spots, All-on-X implants are surgically placed into your jawbone and function like natural teeth.
For patients who have lost most or all of their teeth — or whose remaining teeth are failing — All-on-X offers a life-changing solution: a complete, beautiful set of teeth that you never remove, that let you eat anything you want, and that look and feel like the teeth you were born with.
The procedure is typically completed in a single day. You walk in with failing or missing teeth. You walk out with a full set of new ones.
Dr. Phillips didn't just learn full-arch implant surgery — he taught it. As Surgical Training Advisor at Renew (founded by ClearChoice co-founder Dr. Don Miloni), he established protocols and trained other surgeons. You're choosing the instructor, not the student.
With thousands of implants placed across military and civilian careers, Dr. Phillips operates with efficiency that only comes from deep experience. Shorter procedures mean less sedation time and faster healing.
Corporate implant centers carry enormous overhead passed on to you. As a private practice, our pricing reflects the cost of excellent materials and expert care — not a corporate profit target. Transparent quotes, no hidden fees.
We offer IV sedation for an anxiety-free experience. You'll be comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire procedure.
Dr. Phillips served 10 years in the U.S. Army. While the VA doesn't cover full-arch implants, we work with veterans on financing solutions to make this life-changing treatment accessible.
Comprehensive exam with 3D CBCT scan. Dr. Phillips evaluates your case and gives you a clear treatment plan with transparent pricing. No pressure, no sales team.
Using your 3D scan and Medit i700 digital impressions, a computer-guided surgical plan is created for millimeter-accurate implant placement.
Under IV sedation, Dr. Phillips places your implants and attaches temporary fixed teeth — all in a single visit. Walk out the same day with a full set of teeth.
After 3–6 months of healing, your permanent custom-designed prosthesis is placed — your final teeth, crafted to look natural and last.
We believe cost shouldn't prevent you from getting the care you need. 3rd Set Smiles offers flexible financing:
Many patients find full-arch implants more affordable than expected, especially compared to a lifetime of denture relines, adhesives, and replacements.
Most patients with missing or failing teeth are candidates. Even patients told they don't have enough bone may be candidates thanks to modern techniques like zygomatic implants and bone grafting. The only way to know for sure is a consultation with Dr. Phillips.
Pricing varies depending on case complexity, number of implants, and prosthesis type. We provide transparent pricing at your consultation with no hidden fees. We are typically significantly less expensive than corporate implant centers while delivering the same or better clinical outcomes.
Unfortunately, the VA does not currently cover full-arch implant procedures, even when medically necessary. However, we work with veterans to find financing solutions that make this treatment accessible regardless of VA coverage.
With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime. The prosthesis typically lasts 15–20+ years before needing replacement. Regular check-ups and good oral hygiene are key to long-term success.
Most patients report significantly less discomfort than expected. The procedure is performed under IV sedation, so you're comfortable throughout. Post-operative discomfort is typically managed with over-the-counter pain medication within a few days.
Dr. Matthew Phillips served 10 years in the United States Army as a dental officer, including combat deployments to Iraq and South Korea. He knows what it's like to serve, and he knows what it's like to navigate the VA system — the long wait times, the limited options, and the frustrating bureaucracy that often stands between a veteran and the care they've earned.
That's why he founded 3rd Set Smiles as a VA Community Care Provider. When the VA refers veterans to our practice, we treat them with the respect, urgency, and clinical excellence they deserve. And when the VA can't or won't provide the care a veteran needs — we find a way to make it happen anyway.
The reality is this: the Phoenix VA's implant board can take six months or longer just to determine if a veteran is a candidate for a single implant. Full-arch reconstruction? The VA almost never approves it. Veterans with failing teeth, chronic pain, and an inability to eat properly are being told to wait — or told no.
We believe veterans deserve better. If you've been told the VA can't help you, or you've been waiting months for an answer that may never come, call us. Dr. Phillips will evaluate your case personally, give you honest answers, and work with you to get the care you need now.
Delta Dental Federal (VA Community Care referrals), general dental exams, cleanings, restorative work, crowns, extractions, periodontal treatment, dentures, and emergency care. For procedures the VA does not cover, including full-arch implants, we offer flexible financing options.
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Ready to take the next step? Contact 3rd Set Smiles today. Whether you're interested in All-on-X implants, general dentistry, or veteran dental care — we're here for you.