Archive for the ‘Dentistry as a fine art’ Category

Then and Now

In the early years of my practice, i worked for an older dentist that people loved. Patients loved him even though their dental work needed to be replaced often. I realized there were serious quality issues and decided my future practice would be different. In 1990, I moved into a new office and developed […]

Thursday February 7th, 2008 in Dentistry as a fine art, Ask the dentist | Leave a Comment

How do we put an implant in? (Ask the dentist)

How do we put an implant in? (by Kirk Donaldson, DDS)
There are several approaches. My most common way is to have my patient lightly sedated, so they are relaxed. After thorough numbing, I open the gumline so I can see the bone clearly. This helps me choose the precise orientation and height of my […]

Fast and cheap: it costs

I am biased. I want my work to be great for my patients now and for a long time to come. I love a beautiful smile. Plastic surgeons, hairdressers, make-up artists all know that a great smile is the most important part of making a person look more attractive and vital. We are able […]

Tuesday July 10th, 2007 in Dentistry as a fine art, Smile | Leave a Comment

Dentistry as a fine art?

This is not a bunch of hype. It is really how we practice day by day.

Yes, that’s how I look at it. Providing extraordinary dentistry takes a special blend of skills. People want to be heard and understood. They want enough pertinent information to make their own choices. They have come to […]

Tuesday July 10th, 2007 in Dentistry as a fine art | Leave a Comment