added on: May 26, 2015

A girlfriend recently shared her secret to a facelift alternative. “I noticed that when I smile, it pulls sagging areas up. So, I try to remember to keep a smile on my face!” Liz is right, but there are far more benefits to that smile of hers than a more… Read More…


added on: April 21, 2015

People often first come to know us by hearing of our advanced technology and offering advanced treatments such as dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. However, the foundation of our practice is general dentistry, or what some refer to as ‘family dentistry.’ The way most think about general dentistry… Read More…


added on: August 4, 2014

No one would dispute the overwhelming force of chemistry as the leader in what draws one to another. Chemistry is the unknown aura that creates that ‘spark’ almost immediately in matching two people together. But, after chemistry, what makes or breaks this attraction? A survey of nearly 20,000 men was… Read More…


added on: July 28, 2014

When we complete smile makeovers for our patients, of course we can ‘see’ how their new smile enhances their facial appearance. What we don’t see, however, is the dramatic effect that a fabulous smile has on one’s overall personality. We’ve heard these ‘new smile’ patients tell us how they felt… Read More…


added on: July 14, 2014

Despite the adherence to unbiased hiring and pay practices, your appearance remains an influential factor in whether you’ll get the job, the pay you’ll earn and the promotions you’ll receive. Although intelligence, qualifications and experience should overrule appearance, studies show that physical attractiveness has an impact in social interactions, both… Read More…


added on: May 19, 2014

Your smile is a significant part of your facial appearance. A wide, attractive smile shows confidence and projects an upbeat personality. When people are unhappy with their smile’s appearance, they tend to smile less often or cover their mouth when smiling or laughing. This indicates a feeling of insecurity or… Read More…


added on: February 20, 2014

A 57-year-old friend told me she is trying to hold off until age 60 before she has a few facial ‘tucks.’ Beth said she’s noticed when she smiles (and she has a beautiful smile), her whole face has a more youthful appearance. “The sags lift up and I feel people… Read More…


added on: February 18, 2014

If you fear going to the dentist, you are not alone. It is estimated that over 30% of Americans avoid going to the dentist because of some level of anxiety or fear. Even worse, about 10% of those are classified as “dental phobics,” or persons with such a high fear… Read More…


added on: February 6, 2014

A crown (referred to by some as a ‘cap’) is a tooth-shaped cover placed over a tooth that is broken, cracked, fractured, worn or decayed. Crowns are necessary to protect teeth that have fillings that make up too much of the tooth. A crown is also useful in saving a… Read More…


added on: January 27, 2014

A patient who recently completed some implant dentistry and new crowns on several teeth made a statement that we hear often. She said she now smiles with her teeth showing, whereas before, she had taught herself to smile with her lips only. A smile is a major part of your… Read More…


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