Patients who come to Revive Dentistry from corporate dental chains frequently tell us the same thing: they were handed large treatment plans they didn't fully understand and felt pressure to accept them on the spot. We've seen patients come in after being quoted $15,000–$16,000 for work they may not have needed — simply because that's what their previous office could bill for. Fee-for-service dentistry is the antidote to that experience.
The key difference between fee-for-service and insurance-based dentistry comes down to who drives the treatment decisions. In an insurance-based model, coverage limits, pre-authorization requirements, and reimbursement rates often shape what gets recommended and when. In a fee-for-service model, those constraints don't exist — the dentist and patient make decisions together based on clinical need alone.
This doesn't mean fee-for-service dentistry is more expensive. In many cases, it's actually more cost-effective over time, because treatment is done correctly the first time, with high-quality materials, and without unnecessary procedures padding the bill. Dr. Khezri often says that the longest way to do a procedure is to take shortcuts — and that philosophy is reflected in the longevity of the work he delivers.
Having dental insurance doesn't mean fee-for-service dentistry isn't right for you. At Revive Dentistry, we work with patients who have insurance to maximize their benefits where applicable — verifying coverage before appointments, submitting claims on your behalf, and helping you understand what your plan covers. The difference is that insurance is used as a financial tool, not as the driver of your clinical care.
For patients without insurance, our in-house membership plan includes preventive care and a 15% discount on all additional services, making it easy to access consistent, high-quality dental care at a predictable cost. We also offer third-party financing through Cherry for larger treatments, including 0% financing options for qualifying patients. Whatever your situation, our team will help you find a path that works. Quality dental care should be within reach — and at Revive Dentistry, it is.