Marisa’s Story
Watch the video for Marisa’s life-changing journey
A Message from our Doctors
We created Dental Implants GPS to Guide Our Patients to Success. The entire experience is built around you and attaining the smile of your dreams through advanced dentistry from the highest trained Doctors.
We are grateful that you chose Dental Implants GPS for treatment. We want you to know that your care is our highest priority. Welcome to the GPS family.
Full-Mouth Restoration Options
Find yourself needing to replace all of your teeth? Hear how our doctors explain the options.
Need more information? We are ready to help!
Traditional Dentures
Overdentures or Snap-In Dentures
Full-Arch Dental Implants
Patient health and happiness significantly increases with an investment in fixed full-mouth dental implants.
Need more information? We are ready to help!
Health Risks of Putting off Treatment
Putting off treatment can hurt your health & cost you more. In this video Dr. Baker explains how your oral health is directly related to the health of your whole body.
There can be a high price for delaying treatment.
There can be a high price for delaying treatment.
Want more information or ready to get started? Reach out to Your GPS Guide
ASK the GPS Doctors
When it comes to your dental health, you want to ask a million questions and understand what is available, what is the process, and what is the outcome. The best people to answer your questions, are Dental Implants GPS Doctors. We took several of your questions to the experts.
Need to know more?
Should I be concerned about bone loss?
Dr. Betita explains bone loss and how the GPS team addressed the problem for Ivy. Watch the video and see how great she looks.
How does 3D imaging help with my treatment diagnosis?
Through Lisa’s story, Dr. East shows how the underlying problems are revealed through imaging.
Is it true only rich people get dental implants?
Learn the TRUTH about this common Dental Implant myth with Dr. Betita!
Need to know more?
What is Patient Success?
Guided Patient Success is defined by patients who have gone from what can be a difficult time of losing their teeth, to feeling safe, secure, listened to, and happy in their GPS choice.
Hear from some of Dental Implants GPS patients on how they made the transformation of a lifetime with full mouth dental implants.
I want success too. I’m ready to be a GPS patient.
I want success too. I’m ready to be a GPS patient.
Why go to a Specialist?
You wouldn’t have heart surgery performed by your primary family doctor. So why is major dental surgery any different?
Watch as Dr. Betita explains more.
Experience GPS Speciality Care.
Experience GPS Speciality Care.
Trusted by Hundreds of Dentists
We understand the close relationship patients have with their dentist and we promise to enhance it by providing outstanding specialized care. Our referral network consists of 350 Southern California general dentists … and growing!
Together we change lives with exceptional dental implant care.
GPS referring doctor, Nicole Kuske, DDS
GPS referred patient, Nichole
“At Dental Implants GPS, we appreciate and honor the TRUST our referring doctors place in us.” – Dr. Scott Peifer
Your GPS Surgical Team
The GPS surgical team is led by Specialists. The team consists of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, and Medical Physicians with 4-6 additional years of training. These elite dental/medical experts reconstruct faces and jaws. They are called in to fix extreme cases and trauma. The GPS Surgical Doctors have treated over 20,000 patients, many referred to GPS by over 300 local dentists.
GPS Surgical Assistants are highly trained in the GPS implant bridge system. The surgical assistants will be with you throughout your procedure.
Eric Baker DDS, MD
Dr. Baker’s focus is full-mouth dental implant restorations. However, he is one of the only surgeons in the country to offer surgical Arthroscopy of the TMJ.
Dr. Baker has won countless awards including: California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons’ award for Excellence in Oral Surgery.
He is a Board-Certified Oral and Facial Surgeon who also has a degree to practice Medicine.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree – University of Pacific Dental School in San Francisco
Medical Degree – University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
Residency – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at prestigious Parkland program
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Extensive, Difficult Surgical Cases
Fixed Full-Mouth Dental Implant
Full-Mouth Restoration
Anesthesiology
General Surgery
Neurosurgery
Minimally invasive TMJ surgery
Microsurgery for Nerve Repair
Tim Betita DDS, MD
Dr. Betita has expertise in full-arch dental implant smile designs. Dr. Betita continues to treat TMJ patients in his practice. His charitable passion led him to found and direct a nonprofit called Pillars Foundation with the mission to bring dental services, medical services, and education to communities throughout the world including cleft lip and palate surgeries. Dr. Betita is a Board-Certified Oral and Facial Surgeon who also has a degree to practice Medicine.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree – University of Pacific Dental School in San Francisco
Medical Degree – University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Residency – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Extensive, Difficult Surgical Cases
Fixed Full-Mouth Dental Implant
Full-Mouth Restoration
Facial Reconstruction
General Surgery
Jaw Surgery
Spectrum of TMJ procedures
Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric Anesthesia
Sebastian East DDS
Dr. East was born in South Africa. He’s lived in Dubai, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Venezuela, and Canada. While training, he served as Chief Resident at Memorial Hermann Hospital, the busiest Level 1 trauma hospital in the country, as well as 5 other major hospitals.
Dr. East, who is fluent in Spanish, led medical and dental missions to Central and South America performing cleft lip and palate reconstructions.
Dr. East is a Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree – Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas
Residency – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the world-renowned Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Extensive Surgical Training in Maxillofacial Trauma
Fixed Full-Mouth Dental Implant
Full-Mouth Restoration
Head and Neck Cancer Ablation and Microvascular Reconstruction
Orthognathic Surgery
Cleft Lip and Palate
Bone-grafting
Wisdom Teeth Extractions
Pediatric and Adult Anesthesia
Scott Peifer DDS
Dr. Scott Peifer has practiced specialty dentistry in California and Indiana for nearly a decade. He was raised in Southern California. Dr. Peifer has worked with a local hospital’s facial trauma unit and is currently on staff at Long Beach Memorial Hospital, Orange Coast Memorial Hospital, Miller’s Children’s Hospital, and Fountain Valley Regional Hospital where he participates in facial reconstructive and trauma cases.
In June 2011, he was recognized for Outstanding Achievements and Performance in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Dr. Peifer is a Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree – Indiana State University
Residency – Prestigious Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency program at Indiana University Medical Center
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Maxillofacial Reconstruction
Fixed Full-Mouth Dental Implant
Full-Mouth Restoration
Trauma
General Anesthesia
Bone-grafting
Pouya Vakilian DMD, MD
Dr. Vakilian has advanced specialty experience in dental implant treatment and facial trauma cases. He has co-authored a dozen research papers, including topics related to oral surgery, dental treatment for cancer patients, and treatment of TMJ for children, and is a serial presenter at the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Vakilan has received several awards throughout his career.
He is a Board-Certified Oral and Facial Surgeon who also has a degree to practice Medicine.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Medicine – Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA
Medical Degree – University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Residency – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern/Parkland Memorial Hospital
Chief Resident: Parkland Memorial Hospital, John Peter Smith Hospital
SPECIALITY TRAINING:
Extensive, Difficult Surgical Cases, Facial Trauma Surgery
Fixed Full-Mouth Dental Implant
Full-Mouth Restoration
Facial reconstruction
General Surgery
Jaw surgery
Spectrum of TMJ procedures
Treatment of Snoring & Obstruction
Your GPS Restorative Team
The GPS restorative team is led by Specialist–Prosthodontists. A Prosthodontist is the architect of your smile. Prosthodontists have 2-4 additional years of training. They use high-tech AI driven technology to scan and map your anatomy to custom design the smile of your dreams.
GPS Dental Assistants start your journey in the GPS Smile Style appointment by capturing important data and facial scans. They work with you to design your smile and ensure the best aesthetic outcome.
David Rusthoven DMD, MS, DABP
Dr. David Rusthoven is a maxillofacial prosthodontist with over 15 years of experience. He earned the rank of Commander in the United States Navy and served as Chairman of the Dental Implant Board at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD and Naval Medical Center San Diego. He also served as the Deputy Director for Dental Services at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Rusthoven heads all laboratory operations at Dental Implants GPS.
He is Board-Certified and holds Diplomate status from the American Board of Prosthodontics.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Medicine – University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Masters in Health Sciences – The George Washington University, Washington, DC
Residency – Prosthodontics Residency and Fellowship in Maxillofacial Prosthetics at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, MD
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Prosthodontics
Maxillofacial Prosthetics
Full-Mouth Dental Implant Restorationsprogram
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Extensive, Difficult Surgical Cases
Fixed Full-Mouth Dental Implant
Full-Mouth Restoration
Anesthesiology
General Surgery
Neurosurgery
Orthognathic Surgery
Minimally invasive TMJ surgery
Ben Kordusky DDS, MS
Dr. Ben Kordusky is a prosthodontist who has advanced training in conventional and digital dentistry, as well as surgical and restorative experience in implantology. He has completed clinical research on immediate loading protocols for full-mouth implant restorations. Dr. Kordusky was an assistant professor at West Virginia University School of Dentistry.
He has received several awards and is a member of implant organizations including the American College of Prosthodontics, the Academy of Osseointegration, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery – West Virginia University School of Dentistry
Master of Science in Prosthodontics – West Virginia University School of Dentistry
Residency – West Virginia University School of Dentistry
SPECIALITY TRAINING:
Prosthodontics
Full-Mouth Dental Implant Restorations
Digital Dentistry
Surgical Implant Placement
Nicole Andreini DDS, MS
Dr. Nicole Andreini is a highly skilled prosthodontist with over 10 years of experience specializing in full arch reconstruction and dental implants. She has successfully treated complex cases across West Virginia, South Carolina, and California, helping patients restore function, confidence, and overall oral health.
As a former educator and lecturer at West Virginia University School of Dentistry, Dr. Andreini is dedicated to advancing her expertise through ongoing certifications and training. She is an active member of the American College of Prosthodontics and the Academy of Osseointegration, ensuring she remains at the forefront of digital dentistry and implant technology.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery – West Virginia University School of Dentistry
Master of Science in Prosthodontics – West Virginia Graduate Prosthodontics
Residency – West Virginia Graduate Prosthodontics
SPECIALITY TRAINING:
Prosthodontics
Full-arch Reconstruction
Implant Prosthetics (Fixed & Removable)
Advanced Treatment Planning
Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
Digital Dentistry & Implant Planning Software
Surgical Guide & 3D Printing Technologies
Maria Ng DDS
Dr. Maria Ng is a prosthodontist who has advanced training in conventional and digital dentistry, as well as surgical and restorative experience in implantology. She has been practicing specialty dentistry for 15 years.
Dr. Ng is a member of implant organizations including the American College of Prosthodontics and the Fixed Academy of Prosthodontics.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Surgery – Texas A&M Health Science Center – Baylor College of Dentistry
Residency – Certificate in Prosthodontics – Texas A&M Health Science Center – Baylor College of Dentistry
SPECIALITY TRAINING:
Prosthodontics
Full-Mouth Dental Implant Restorations
Digital Dentistry
Surgical Implant Placement
Anthony S. Chi DMD, MBA, FACP
Dr. Anthony Chi is a board-certified Prosthodontist with advanced expertise in full-arch reconstruction, implant prosthetics, and digital dentistry. He is also a trained implant surgeon. Dr. Chi has treated patients for over a decade in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New York City, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Dr. Chi has held academic positions at Columbia University and Tufts University. He is an active fellow in The Great New York Academy of Prosthodontics, American College of Prosthodontists, American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, and a member of the International Team for Implantology.
EDUCATION:
Doctor of Dental Medicine – Temple University School of Dentistry
Certificate of Specialty in Prosthodontics & Digital Dentistry – Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Residency – Faxton St. Luke’s General Practice Residency
ITI Scholar – University of Belgrade Department of Oral Surgery
Academic Positions – Columbia University College, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
SPECIALTY TRAINING:
Prosthodontics
Full-arch Reconstruction
Implant Prosthetics (Fixed & Removable)
Advanced Treatment Planning
Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
Digital Dentistry & Implant Planning Software
Surgical Guide & 3D Printing Technologies