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 • What is the environment like at Dr. Fenn's office? 
• Can you tell me more about yourprofessional dental team? • What is aesthetic or cosmetic dentistry? • What is bonding? • What are porcelain veneers? • Whose smile can be enhanced? • Do you provide other dental services besides smile enhancement? • Should old silver fillings be replaced? • How do you preserve tooth structure and why is it important? • What kind of payment options do you offer? What is the environment like at Dr. Fenn's office?  our comfort is always our utmost concern. You will
find our reception room well stocked with current magazines, a lightly scented candle
burning and a basket of items that interest young children. We always have soothing music
playing throughout the office as well as a selection of CD's for your listening pleasure
while services are being rendered. We also offer satellite T.V. for some procedures. You
may further relax by using a massage pad that is on our treatment chairs. At the completion
of your appointment, you may choose from fresh apples, a variety of snacks, chilled bottled
water and fruit juices. Our younger patients love to choose a prize from our Treasure
Tower.We want your experience here to be positive, and different from those old feelings of “dentist office anxiety.” Each time you come in to see us, you'll feel more like a member of our family—that's because you are! Can you tell me more about your professional dental team?  e are
your caring professional dental team that treats you just like family.
As dentistry and oral health care professionals, we strive to stay
informed and educated about techniques and scientific advances occurring
in the world of dentistry. It is the commitment of each member of
our staff that your visits and follow-up experiences in our office
will be comfortable, pleasant, and informative.What is aesthetic or cosmetic dentistry?  esthetic, or cosmetic
dentistry is the art and science of restoring and enhancing diseased, broken or
mal-positioned teeth to their optimal beauty and function. We can brighten teeth, lengthen
them, straighten and align them, repair them, and in general, enhance your face's smile zone
so you have the attractive and confident appearance you desire.What is bonding?  onding is a general term that
refers to our ability to bond composite resin materials, and porcelain restorations tightly
to tooth structure. Instead of depending on dental cements to hold the crown on, we
actually laminate materials to the teeth, which greatly enhances their strength and fracture
resistance.
What are porcelain veneers?  orcelain veneers are very
thin shields that are bonded to the tooth. A veneer is shaped and contoured to the treated
tooth to eliminate crookedness, gaps, and irregular, broken or worn down teeth. Veneers are
a great way to beautify unattractive teeth while conserving natural tooth structure. The
porcelain material used in veneers has a glass surface that doesn't stain or discolor. The
process of bonding or laminating the veneer to the tooth offers a great degree of strength
and durability. Click on our Smiles Link to see
examples of this exciting treatment option.
Whose smile can be enhanced?  he quick
answer is anyone's. The degree of smile enhancement can range from
one to many teeth. We may suggest something as simple as lightening
the shade of your teeth or we may recommend other techniques or procedures
for your teeth suited to you individually. Do you provide other dental services besides smile enhancement? e provide care for all dental
problems for all ages, from toddlers to the elderly and all in between! Our desire and
commitment to provide only the best and most modern restorations and materials for our
patients guide us in treating you as we would our own family members. Non-metallic crowns,
partial and full dentures, tooth colored fillings, periodontal care, and preventive
education are just some of the many services we provide every day, and always with
a gentle touch.
Should old silver fillings be replaced?  eplacing old broken down
mercury/silver fillings with new, durable, attractive non-metallic restorations is the
foundation of our practice. Frankly, we find silver/mercury fillings ugly and damaging to
tooth structure. Over time, these fillings act like small wedges in the teeth to create
recurrent decay and fracture teeth. We are so excited to be able to provide 21st Century
type restorations to replace these antiquated destructive ones.How do you preserve tooth structure and why is it important?  n the
past, teeth were ground down, or prepared, aggressively for mercury/silver
fillings or porcelain fused to metal crowns. This left minimal tooth
structure for future use should the restoration fail. By using “adhesive”
principles, we can repair only the damaged parts of the teeth and
"bank" tooth structure for the future. We're proud and gratified to
see our “adhesively restored” teeth now 10 to 15 years
later holding up beautifully. What kind of payment options do you offer? e accept
most dental insurance (indemnity plans) and will help you determine
your optimal benefits by thorough treatment planning and we are happy
to file claims on your behalf. We offer smart, affordable payment
plans that should meet your needs, including interest-free options.
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