With such a heavy focus on technology, CEREC was purchased before the practice had even been built, so much of the design was created specifically to incorporate that technology. Turner was instrumental in helping with the layout of the practice, and with creating a “wow” factor. He suggested placing the CEREC milling unit at the end of the hallway where a patient can watch as their tooth is made, with a dry lab nearby where a patient can watch as their tooth is stained and glazed.

The construction process started in October 2015 and ended in February 2016. The result is a practice that flows well and highlights integrated technology that creates a seamless experience for patients. The response from community members has been amazing. Despite rain the first month in operation, which prevented the installation of a sign outside, the practice gained 20 new patients. That number nearly doubled the second month, and the schedule was nearly full, with close to 100 patients by the third month. “All the patients we’ve seen so far have been blown away by how nice the office is and their entire experience,” said Kay.

Despite the full schedule, the staff members at Del Sur Ranch Dental plan to continue making a positive impact on people in the community in a variety of ways. Davey’s original practice has adopted a San Diego Monarch School that is dedicated to educating students impacted by homelessness. Hundreds of kids from K-12 are bused to the practice annually where they receive free dental care, and Davey and Kay plan to continue that work at the Del Sur location.

With all of this success, there’s no telling how many San Diego residents will experience improved health by 2020. “I have an amazing, highly educated team that is dedicated to this mission,” said Davey.“We’re really making an impact on the community, and that’s exactly what we set out to do.”