Advanced training + personal follow-up = the safest hands for your family’s teeth
Why Patients Choose Dr. Vargas:
Dual science degrees — Master’s in Gross Anatomy plus a DDS earned with Distinction in Research for deep clinical insight.
Hybridge®-certified implant surgeon — delivers full-arch solutions in fewer visits and with higher success rates.
Same-day CAD/CAM crowns & digital CBCT planning — precision dentistry that saves you time and repeat appointments.
IV & oral sedation permits — gentle, no-fear care for anxious or complex cases.
Calls every major-procedure patient personally that evening, because healing starts with genuine concern.
Active member, ADA & Academy of General Dentistry — 100+ hours of continuing education yearly to keep your care cutting-edge.
Trusted by Spokane for 10+ years — 4.9★ Google rating built one comfortable visit at a time.
Continuous Innovation:
Committed to ongoing education, ensuring access to cutting-edge techniques and outstanding results.
We accept many major PPO plans (we’ll verify your benefits fast).
We do not accept Medicaid / Apple Health.
If you’re paying cash, we’ll give you a simple, upfront estimate.
A credit card may be required to reserve your appointment.
Quick answers for becoming a patient with Dr. Vargas.
You can book in three ways: call the office, start a text conversation, or request an appointment online. If you tell us what you need (cleaning, exam, tooth pain, implant consult), we’ll match you to the right visit type and confirm the best available time.
If possible, complete your medical history forms ahead of time and bring:
We work with many major PPO plans and can help verify your benefits before you come in. We do not accept Medicaid / Apple Health. If you’re unsure, send us a quick message with your plan name and we’ll confirm what applies.
New patients can typically start with a hygiene cleaning, and we’ll also gather the right diagnostics (like X-rays and gum measurements) so Dr. Vargas can review your overall health and priorities. Pricing depends on whether you’re using insurance or paying cash—either way, we’ll explain the expected cost up front and confirm next steps before anything changes.
Yes. Just tell us you’re nervous and we’ll take a comfort-first approach—slower pace, clear explanations, and options to help you feel calm. Many patients who have avoided the dentist for years do great here once we tailor the visit to them.