Serving Renton patients from our Bellevue office for 35 years.
Dr. Michael Beke, DMD, is an Academy of General Dentistry Fellow with nearly 20 years of implant experience.
Replace one tooth or a full arch with a permanent, natural-looking solution.
★★★★★ 5.0 (179+ Google Reviews)Missing teeth can change how a person eats, speaks, and smiles within a matter of weeks. For many Renton residents near Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park and the Boeing plant along the lake, a failing tooth or an old denture that no longer fits becomes a daily source of frustration rather than an occasional inconvenience.
Lifetime Smiles has served the Bellevue area for 35 years, and Dr. Michael Beke, DMD, brings nearly two decades of implant experience to every case we treat. Patients from Renton and nearby communities often travel to our office for dental implants in Bellevue, WA, where we focus on long-term function and a natural appearance.
Dr. Beke focuses closely on All-on-X full-arch treatment for Renton patients, and also provides single-tooth implants, implant-supported dentures, and bone grafting. The right approach depends on how many teeth you are missing, your bone density, and your long-term goals.
When just one tooth is missing or failing, a full-arch solution is not necessary. Single-tooth dental implants replace one tooth at a time, from the root up, without altering the healthy teeth next to it.
This option can be a good fit for patients who lost a tooth to injury, decay, or a fracture that could not be restored. Dr. Beke may recommend a tooth extraction first if the existing tooth cannot be saved. Once healing is complete, a custom crown is placed on top of the implant to match the surrounding teeth.
For patients missing most or all of their teeth in an arch, All-on-X full-arch implants can offer a fixed alternative to traditional dentures. This approach uses a small number of strategically placed implants to support a full arch of replacement teeth. Dr. Beke has spent nearly 20 years refining this process for patients who want a stable, secure result.
All-on-X is one of the services Dr. Beke focuses on most closely, and he discusses success rate data with each patient rather than making broad promises. Every case is different, so treatment planning may include imaging, a review of bone health, and a conversation about what the process can realistically achieve.
Patients who currently wear traditional dentures sometimes struggle with slipping, discomfort, or difficulty chewing certain foods. Implant-supported dentures attach to a set of implants, which can improve stability compared to a denture that rests on the gums alone.
This option may work well for patients who want more confidence while eating or speaking. Dr. Beke evaluates each patient’s jawbone and current denture fit before recommending this path forward. In many cases, implant-supported dentures can also help preserve jawbone that might otherwise continue to shrink over time.
Some patients do not have enough bone density to support an implant right away. In these cases, bone grafting for implants can help build a stronger foundation before implant placement begins. Bone loss often happens gradually after a tooth is lost, so grafting is a common step for many implant patients rather than a rare exception.
Grafting has become a well-studied part of modern implant dentistry. In fact, researchers publishing in the Journal of Functional Biomaterials in 2026 found a 97.83 percent clinical success rate across a large national dataset of implants placed with bone grafting. Dr. Beke uses this kind of peer-reviewed research to guide treatment planning.
When a damaged or failing tooth cannot be saved, extraction is the necessary first step toward implant placement. Dr. Beke performs tooth extractions with precision and care, preserving as much of the surrounding bone as possible to optimize implant outcomes. In select cases, implant placement can occur at the same appointment as the extraction, reducing overall treatment time.
Implant surgery is performed under local anesthesia, and most patients find the procedure far more comfortable than expected. Patients with dental anxiety or those undergoing more extensive procedures can benefit from oral conscious sedation, which keeps you relaxed and responsive throughout your appointment. This option is especially helpful for anyone who has delayed treatment due to concerns about the surgical process.
Dr. Beke’s background includes service in the 82nd Airborne, and that experience shaped the discipline and precision he brings to implant dentistry today. Patients often notice this steady, detail-focused approach during consultations and throughout treatment. Alongside this, our practice has served the Bellevue community for 35 years, giving us a long history of working with local families. Renton patients interested in smile appearance in addition to implants may also want to learn about our work as a cosmetic dentist near Renton. We work with patients across Renton, from downtown near The Landing to neighborhoods closer to Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and schedule around shift work and long commutes common in the area.
Dr. Beke uses diagnostic imaging to carefully evaluate your bone structure, nerve locations, and sinus positions before placing implants. This thorough planning ensures optimal implant positioning for both function and aesthetics while minimizing surgical risks. His evidence-based approach means every implant is placed according to proven protocols that maximize success rates.
Dr. Beke’s nearly two decades of experience placing dental implants, combined with his Academy of General Dentistry Fellowship training and ongoing continuing education, ensures your implant surgery is performed with precision and skill. He handles complex cases routinely, including full-arch All-on-X restoration, bone grafting, and implant placement in patients with challenging anatomy.
The final restoration is just as important as the implant itself. Dr. Beke works exclusively with skilled dental laboratory technicians who create custom crowns, bridges, and dentures that look incredibly natural and fit precisely. These long-term partnerships ensure every restoration meets the highest standards of aesthetics and craftsmanship, delivering results that exceed your expectations.
We also aim to make treatment easier to plan for financially. Here is what many patients use to help manage the cost of implant care.
Our team can walk you through these options in more detail once a treatment plan has been discussed.
Dr. Beke is an Academy of General Dentistry Fellow, a status earned through case presentations built on peer-reviewed literature. Combined with nearly 20 years of experience placing implants and 35 years of practice history in Bellevue, our doctor’s background reflects a steady, evidence-based approach to implant dentistry.
If you live in Renton and are considering dental implants, our team can help you understand which options may fit your situation. We welcome second opinions and encourage questions at every step of the process. To take the next step, contact our office to schedule a consultation.
Lifetime Smiles offers dental services including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, sedation dentistry and emergency dentistry. Contact our office in Bellevue, WA to schedule your appointment today!
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