You left a consultation with a number that stopped you, a treatment plan that felt rushed, and more questions than answers. That reaction is worth paying attention to. For a procedure this significant, an independent evaluation from a board-certified oral surgeon is not just reasonable — it is the right call.
At Harmony Dental Implants and Oral Surgery, Dr. Riddhi Patel welcomes patients who want a thorough second look before committing to a treatment plan. Whether you heard a price that did not feel right, were told you needed a procedure you did not fully understand, or simply left a consultation feeling like you were being sold rather than evaluated, our team is here to give you an honest answer. Dr. Patel earned her DMD from the University of Pennsylvania, completed her surgical residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, and is board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She has performed a high volume of full-arch dental implant cases and brings that depth of experience to every evaluation.
Large national implant centers operate on volume. Their business model depends on moving patients quickly through a standardized process, and that model does not always produce recommendations tailored to the individual. Patients routinely leave those consultations having been quoted for procedures that may not match their actual clinical needs, presented with financing options that obscure the real cost, or told their insurance will not apply without a thorough review.
A second opinion from a private oral surgery practice gives you something different — an independent clinical assessment from a surgeon whose only goal is to evaluate your case accurately. Research published through the National Institutes of Health confirms that surgical second opinions frequently result in meaningfully different recommendations, reinforcing why an independent assessment matters before any major procedure.
Dr. Patel will examine your existing imaging, assess your bone density and oral health, and walk through the proposed treatment plan in detail. If something in the plan is unnecessary, she will tell you. If something is missing, she will explain why it matters. You will leave with a clear picture of what your case actually calls for — not what is most convenient to recommend.
These are the areas where we most frequently see meaningful differences between a first and second opinion.
Coming prepared helps us give you the most complete evaluation possible.
Harmony Dental Implants and Oral Surgery accepts all major PPOs at our Charlotte and Tega Cay locations, including Delta Dental, Ameritas, Aetna, Guardian, Principal, MetLife, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Concordia, United Healthcare, and HSA/FSA funds. For patients exploring All-on-4 or full-arch restoration, we offer 0% financing for 24 months through Cherry, as well as Proceed Finance and additional options. We are transparent about cost ranges from the first conversation, and we warranty our implants for five years — replacing them at no cost if a failure occurs.
Dr. Patel is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the South Carolina Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and both the North Carolina and South Carolina Dental Societies. She runs two local study clubs, completed advanced training in full-arch digital workflow and zygomatic implants, and has been recognized in Incisal Edge Magazine’s 40 Under 40. Our team offers sedation options for patients who find consultations difficult, and we see patients across Charlotte, Fort Mill, Tega Cay, Rock Hill, and the surrounding communities.
Patients who are weighing a major implant decision typically make that decision within days of their first consultation. If you left a consultation unsure, that window matters. We offer same-week second opinion appointments for patients who are ready to get a clear answer. Contact us today to schedule, and come in with your records, your imaging, and your questions.
