Think about it, in our daily interactions, a nice smile (or any smile for that matter) is something we notice in others, and is something others notice in us. It plays an important role in establishing social and personal relationships, it helps (or hinders) advancement in our careers, and last but not least, those of us with healthy teeth and gums tend to be happier and live longer.

Dentistry is going through a revolution. There is virtually nothing we can’t do anymore. In essence, dentistry is capable to slow down, halt, even reverse, the aging process as it relates to our appearance and our ability to chew comfortably.

If you are completely comfortable with your smile, and what others think about your smile, and you don’t see any need to make any changes, great. Luckily, for the rest of us there is cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, orthodontics, and the like. You will be blown away by the advances in dental science and the myriad of choices that are now available.

We have created this web site to help you understand the impact your smile can have on your life. The message is that if you are less than happy about your smile, if you have to skip certain foods you used to enjoy but can’t chew any longer, if it is affecting your confidence our your health, there are options for you to consider.

Of course, you are probably wondering how much the improvement you are seeking will cost. Costs for procedures can vary depending on where you live. Just like food and housing, you will pay more for advanced treatment in a big city than in other areas. You will find that within our range of services you will pay more for certain things, and less for others.

With before, and after, photographs, easy to understand explanations of the different options, you will be better able to determine what may work best for you. We have found that with proper planning, most patients are able to proceed with recommended dental treatment while staying within their budget requirements.

In some cases, more moderately priced procedures can provide excellent results. Usually, the simplest means to obtain a satisfactory result is the best way. To find out what would work best for you, we will gather all the necessary data and provide you with a detailed, written analysis for your consideration.

Through a thoughtful merging of art and science, we will help you realize your own custom designed smile make-over. It deserves a thorough approach because think about it this way: “ a smile is something you wear every day……” !

Dr. Rudy Wassenaar and Staff