When You Feel Like Your Smile Has Lost All Hope

I invite you to come in, sit down with me, and talk things through.

Together, we’ll take the time to understand your situation — what you’ve been dealing with, what hasn’t worked, and what questions still remain.

This isn’t about rushing into treatment. It’s about gaining clarity, understanding your options, and making decisions you can feel confident about.

Feeling overwhelmed by your dental situation?

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ALFONSO MONARRES, DDS, MS, PA

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(210) 934-0897

Many patients come to me after years of uncertainty, frustration, or being told there are no good options.

My role is to slow things down, listen carefully, and help you understand what’s really going on — and what options may truly make sense for you.
Every case is different. Some are more straightforward. Others are complex and require careful planning, experience, and time. Either way, you’ll receive honest answers and clear explanations, so you can decide what feels right for you — without pressure.

Experience matters

For more than two decades, Dr. Alfonso Monarres has focused on complex dental cases and full-mouth rehabilitation. His work is guided by experience, careful planning, and a commitment to long-term outcomes — not quick fixes.

Every Patient Has a Story

Every patient who walks through the door brings more than a dental concern. They bring a story — of what they’ve been through, what hasn’t worked, and what they’re hoping for next.

My role is to listen carefully, explain things clearly, and help you decide what makes sense for you. I’d be honored to be part of your story and support you as you take the next step forward.

You Don’t Have to Live Like This

When dental problems begin to affect eating, confidence, comfort, and peace of mind, they can quietly reshape daily life. Many people live with these challenges longer than they should — often unsure what options still exist or where to turn next.

Eating Becomes Difficult

When chewing becomes uncomfortable or unreliable, it can quietly change what you eat and how you enjoy meals. Over time, this can affect energy, nutrition, and everyday comfort.

Ongoing Discomfort

Persistent dental pain, sensitivity, or pressure can become part of daily life. Even when it’s manageable, it can take a physical and emotional toll.

Self-Consciousness

Feeling self-conscious about your smile can affect conversations, photos, and social moments — often in ways that are hard to explain to others.

Feeling Stuck

Conflicting advice or being told there are limited options can leave you unsure what to do next, or who to trust moving forward.

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One Visit Is Often Enough

You may qualify for a new smile in a single day. With careful planning and experience, it’s often possible to restore function, comfort, and confidence in one visit — allowing you to leave with a beautiful functioning smile, not something removable.

Sedation for comfort
Smile transformation in one visit
Fixed teeth — not removable
Smile Immediately
Provisional teeth placed first
Final permanent teeth completed later

Life-Changing Stories from Real Patients

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   BRENDA RODRIGUEZ 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Extremely happy with my new smile! Only regret s that I waited so long to take care of this! Dr. Monarres and his staff were so caring and attentive throughout the entire process.
  
 
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   Miguel Ayala 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In 2016 I had a major accident, and the airbag knocked out my front teeth. I do not have the words to describe the difference it had made in my life. I was afraid of smiling and avoided socializing.

Today, I feel like a new man give credit to the entire staff for their professional care and treatments.
I can eat almonds, walnuts, apples, corn on the cobb, etc.
After having interviewed with several companies for 10 years, I am glad that I chose Stone Ridge Dental Implants.

Do not go anywhere else. They provided me a fantastic financing that nobody else could. The cost was much lower too. I am extremely thankful.
  
 
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   Gwyn Lorch Lorch 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love,love,love this group!  Dr. Monarres is a perfectionist and strives for a perfect smile for you!  Highly recommend!  Get a free consultation if you are considering !!
  
 
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   Tina Marie 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome the staff and services
  
 
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   Anne Heine 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stone Ridge Dental is the absolute best!  I recommend them most highly.  Dr. Monarres and his entire team are phenomenal and unmatched.  Catherine and Valerie tended to me with the utmost of care during my follow-up visits.  The lab technicians who crafted my teeth are artists.  I am grateful to the entire team.  Thank you so very much!  The result of new sparkling teeth will be life changing!
  
 
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   Tomas Gonzalez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice staff recommended for dental work thank you all.
  
 
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   Ray Vasquez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff very friendly
Ray is very satisfied with his cleaning
  
 
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   Janice Pittman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m so grateful to Dr. Monarres & his lovely staff for my beautiful smile! My life is complete now since I have my smile back, before going to Stone Ridge Dental I was so depressed and ashamed of my mouth.. I felt as if everyone knew my secret and for that reason alone I didn’t have a social life anymore. I was always alone and bitter, afraid to smile, afraid someone would see my messed up mouth. Thank God for me seeing Dr. Monarres on San Antonio living early one morning, he talked about his practice and all he had to offer for those who wanted or needed implants. Dr. Monarres and San Antonio living offered a free consultation to the fifth caller……guess who got thru the line…..YES!!! I was in disbelief so I made my appointment for my complimentary consultation and the rest as they say is history! A couple of months later I have beautiful implants with an amazingly beautiful smile…..a wonderful social life, and I feel and look beautiful again…..Thank you so very much Dr. Monarres and staff.

Study Club & Continuing Education

Advancing Care Through Education

Dr. Alfonso Monarres leads a Study Club dedicated to the discussion of complex implant and restorative cases. Through these sessions, he shares his experience, techniques, and clinical decision-making with fellow dentists and specialists.

By teaching peers, reviewing real cases, and exploring long-term outcomes together, Dr. Monarres remains actively engaged in the advancement of his field. The insight gained through these discussions informs his approach to patient care — ensuring each decision is thoughtful, current, and grounded in experience.