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Crooked Teeth Made Straight and Beautiful by Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Don Wilcox

Friday, August 6th, 2010

Not wanting to go through the time involved with orthodontics this beautiful lady has the smile of her dreams in two visits and three weeks with porcelain veneers. If you are looking for a Glendale or Scottsdale cosmetic dentist who can deliver such results visit DesertSmiles conveniently located at 59th Ave near the 101 Loop. For more information about snoring and sleep apnea solutions in Peoria, AZ, visit www.DesertSmiles.com. For the finest in sedation and implant dentistry call 602-978-1790 for a complimentary consultation.

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Smile Makeover by Dr. Donald Wilcox, Phoenix and Scottsdale Cosmetic Dentist

Monday, July 26th, 2010

This lovely lady’s smile makeover of porcelain veneers and crowns was done three years ago. She feels like it is one her best investments ever – a beautiful smile she can enjoy every day with frequent compliments. For more information regarding cosmetic and sedation dentistry in Phoenix visit our Glendale cosmetic dental office – DesertSmiles. To learn about the life saving oral appliance treatments for snoring and sleep apnea patients in Scottsdale and Peoria, AZ., visit www.DesertSmiles.com.

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Fox News Segment on Desert Smiles and Sleep Apnea

Monday, May 10th, 2010

This is a segment that Fox News did on my office, Desert Smiles. I talk about obstructive sleep apnea. Patients in Arizona are surprised to find out that snoring can be solved at a dentist office. Snoring could be sleep apnea and is a symptom. Sleep apnea has detriemnetal effects on long term health

If you would like to find out more about my practice or Sleep Apnea contact my experienced dental team today!

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Desert Smiles CE: Cone Beam Imaging | Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist

Saturday, April 10th, 2010

At Desert Smiles we recently did some continuing education on Cone Beam Imaging – taught by Dale Miles, DDS. Dr. Miles is one of the most highly dental radiologists in the world. The course was held at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health.

The advances in Cone Beam Imaging were discussed along with the use of these new imaging systems in the diagnosis and placement of implants and their ability to diagnosis oral pathologies that traditional x-ray systems can’t detect.

As we expand our ability to place implants for our patients this technology makes an extremely accurate diagnosis and placement much more predictable and successful. Three-dimensional guided surgery is the state of the art in implant placement, which we have now incorporated into our patient services.

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Desert Smiles featured on "Only On Fox" Friday April 2, 2010 | Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Join me at 9 p.m on the KSAZ FOX10 Phoenix’s “Only on Fox” segment Friday, April 2. My dental office, Desert Smiles, treated FOX10’s weatherman for his snoring problems. He and his wife are extremely happy about the results (especially his wife).

Fox visited Desert Smiles to do a story on the sleep apnea appliances that were used to help the weatherman. You can see the interview I did for the show on sleep apnea, snoring, and the appliances (Somomed). We hope that you enjoy it.

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Sedation Dentistry Success Story | Glendale Cosmetic Dentist

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

For many Americans, going to the dentist is a frightful event, even though dentistry has changed so much in the past years. Unfortunately, this is not enough for over 100 million people who avoid the dentist due to fear. Dr. Wilcox has provided sedation dentistry for many years with his hospital training background in general anesthesia.

We routinely provide oral sedation in our office successfully for patients who are apprehensive about dental care as do the other outstanding providers on this site. I want to share a testimonial from a patient. He literally had to be sedated to walk in the office for his first visit/consultation. Hopefully this will give hope to skeptical patients that they can overcome the fear that is preventing them from having the smile and or oral health they desire and need.

“Thank your entire staff for negating my dental phobia. Special thanks for the empathy and caring regarding my fear to Kimberly. You were fantastic. If any new fears ever present themselves, I want you at my side. This does not diminish the efforts of the best Dentist I know however, I was sleeping during most of his abilities. 50 YEARS OF FEAR ARE GONE. Thank you all.” Jerry W.

Dr. Wilcox was recently re-certified by the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners for a section 1303 Oral Conscious sedation permit. This involves a comprehensive site visit by two examiners to inspect our facility, equipment, records, drugs, emergency preparedness and sedation procedures. It also included an in depth oral interview with Dr. Wilcox to test his competency in dental sedation techniques and handling possible emergency procedures.

If you, a friend ore loved one is avoiding needed dental care, please know there is an outstanding alternative available. Call our office if we can provide you with any information regarding sedation dentistry.

Have a great day!

Dr. Donald Wilcox

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Sleep Apnea Diagnosis & Treatment Course | Arizona Cosmetic Dentist

Monday, March 29th, 2010

As a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine I was recently invited to attend the “Sleep Apnea Diagnosis & Treatment Options” course that was given by Dr. Michael J. Breus Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist, Sleep Specialist & Pain Management., fellow member of American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Sleep Expert for WebMD, & Author of “Beauty Sleep”. This course was mostly to educate primary care physicians in the causes, dangers, and prevalence of sleep apnea. It also went into the manifestations and diagnosis, sleep studies (PSG & Ambulatory studies), and various treatment options including oral appliances. I was honored to have been one of only two dentists that attended the event.

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Ceramic Veneers: A Brighter Choice | Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist

Monday, March 29th, 2010

Veneers are customized to bond with the higher level of your enamel. Ceramic veneers are extremely thin and resemble a false fingernail. They can be attached for many reasons including whitening issues, damaged or chipped teeth, gaps, misshaped teeth, and overlapping teeth.

A patient that has veneers can expect for them to last many years if they are take care of. Oral care, dental visits, good diet, and good dental hygiene help the veneers last. They are a great option for many of our patients.

To find out more about veneers and our other cosmetic dental options contact my Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist Office at Desert Smiles today.

Source: http://healthday.us

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Makkar Pure Power Mouthguard Gives Saints The Edge For Super Bowl Victory

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

Neuromuscular Dentistry Gives Saints An Extra Edge

“With the Saints getting to their first Super Bowl in the team’s 44-year history, Makkar said he feels the results speak for themselves.
“Early on there was a lot of criticism; people who said it was just a placebo effect and that it didn’t work,” Makkar said. “So it’s nice to see that criticism go away.”
One of the biggest steps in that direction happened on Nov. 1, while Makkar was at the Super Dome as the Saints hosted the Atlanta Falcons. John Gruden, a former NFL coach turned Monday Night Football analyst, bragged about the mouthguard on the telecast and showed clips of Saints players making big plays in that game.
“I’ve played the Saints twice a year,
I’ve coached against these guys. I’ve never
seen these guys jump higher, I’ve never seen these guys play like this,” Gruden said on the telecast.
“That was one of the biggest things for me,” Makkar said. “He told the world about it.”
Later in the season, on Dec. 7, the Colts players, including tight end Dallas Clark, placed orders for theirs.
The Saints dropped their final three games of the regular season, finishing 13-3, but Makkar said he wasn’t concerned.
“It’s hard to go 16-0,” he said. “They had some injuries and they had already made the playoffs so they rested some guys so I wasn’t really surprised.
“But they shot back pretty good in the playoffs. It was all strategy by the coaching staff.”
But no matter what happens on Sunday, Makkar said he’s already overwhelmed with how the season has shaken down for the Saints.
“It’s already a great achievement,” he said. “This was their first NFC Championship and if they won their first Super Bowl it would be the icing on the cake.”"

If you would like to increase your athletic performance and be the best athlete that you can be contact our Sun City Cosmetic Dentist Office today.

Source: http://www.trurodaily.com

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Durathin Veneers (High Quality Alternative to Lumineers by Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Donald Wilcox

Friday, March 5th, 2010

Durathin veneers are a non-prep technique which has been popularized by advertising of Lumineers you may have seen on TV or in print advertising. These are US made and not outsourced to China as much dental laboratory work is these days to cut costs. We will never compromise quality at DesertSmiles. Only 20% of patients have a situation that can be treated entirely with a no-prep technique without seriously compromising results. But we are doing more hybrid cases where as many teeth as possible are left unprepared and those requiring preparation are treated as conservatively as possible. For more information about Lumineers and non-prep alternatives by Glendale cosmetic dentist Dr. Don Wilcox, visit our smile gallery at www.DesertSmiles.com. For the finest in Glendale and Peoria sedation and implant dentistry, or Arizona snoring and sleep apnea treatment visit our Glendale cosmetic office DesertSmiles.