Dr. Amato has completed his Mastership with ICOI, The International Congress of Oral Implantologists, having previously earned a Fellowship with ICOI. Dr. Amato has also completed his Surgical Fellowship, a yearlong hands-on implant surgical study program, with the Misch International Implant Institute in 2011 and continues to study and work with both Misch and ICOI. Dr. Amato is also a member in good standing of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Amato is a fully accredited implantologist and has successfully placed and restored hundreds of implants for his patients.
Dr. Amato is one of only 4 (four)dentists in the entire state of North Carolina to have earned his ICOI Mastership.Dr. Amato is also the only dentist in all of Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes Counties to earn an ICOI Mastership, having already earned a Fellowship with ICOI. Dr. Amato is the only dentist in Ashe County with this level of implant education and who places and restores all of his own implants.
To become a Master with ICOI, Dr. Amato successfully completed over 40 implant cases on patients in his practice during the previous year, and has completed over 130 hours of implant surgical education. There are stringent guidelines as to what constitutes a single implant case per quadrant of the mouth with ICOI and Dr. Amato has actually successfully placed and restored hundreds of implants for his patients.Dr. Amato continues to study and work with ICOI to achieve further credentialization.
The International Congress of Oral Implantologists is a tax-exempt, non-profit, worldwide dental education organization. It is dedicated to communicating scientific knowledge and improving the clinical practice of dental implantology worldwide. ICOI has public information programs, and publishes a bi-monthly journal, as well as a quarterly newsletter. It conducts numerous scientific symposia each year and supports research and education through its Implant Dentistry Research and Education Foundation (IDREF).
Dr. Amato has also completed his Surgical Fellowship, a yearlong hands-on implant surgical study program, with the Misch International Implant Institute in 2011, where he completed over 130 hours of implant surgical education.
Founded in 1984, the Misch International Implant Institute is recognized as the standard of advanced dental implant education. Dr. Carl E. Misch developed the Misch International Implant Institute to help set and elevate the standard of care in implant dentistry using a hands-on training approach. The Misch International Implant Institute courses are unlike any other currently available. Participants at the Misch International Implant Institute are trained in techniques that can be reproduced. Many of the concepts and methods presented have been developed or modified by Dr. Misch. These concepts are not provided in detail outside the Misch Implant Institute.
Dr. Misch has written three editions of Contemporary Implant Dentistry (published by Elsevier), which has become one of the most popular books in dentistry and has been translated into Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and Korean. He has also written Dental Implant Prosthetics (also published by Elsevier). He has published over 250 scholarly dental articles and has repeatedly lectured in every state in the United States as well as in 47 countries throughout the world.
Dr. Amato offers advanced Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry and is a member in good standing of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, through which he has won numerous awards for his outstanding cosmetic dentistry, as can be seen displayed on his office walls.Dr. Amato has extensive experience and expertise in all types of cosmetic dentistry and will work with you to design a beautiful, dazzling healthy smile for you.
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry and encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care. The AACD fulfills its mission by offering superior educational opportunities, promoting and supporting a respected accreditation credential, serving as a user-friendly and inviting forum for the creative exchange of knowledge and ideas, and providing accurate and useful information to the public and the profession.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 532 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJill Dix
a year ago
Dr. Amato and his staff are friendly, helpful and highly professional. The office staff was wonderful. They went over and above in getting my family set up as new patients. The dental hygienist and staff are friendly and genuinely concerned about their patients. The hygienist was gentle and thorough. Dr. Amato is friendly, kind and very professional. We felt he was up to date in high tech dentistry. A great experience all the way around.
Jerry Cullen
a year ago
Very helpful and friendly. Look forward to making this my permanent dentist when I move here full time.
Tammy Dillon
a year ago
I am new to Ashe County. My husband and I were told by several people of their positive experiences at Dr. Amato's office, so we made appointments. We are both beyond impressed by all the staff and the office's state of the art technology. We are grateful we are so impressed with the very first dentist office we tried. It's really nice to have quality dental care right here in West Jefferson.
jlacro01
a year ago
Great experience! Even though there was a mixup about the appointment, the staff worked vigilantly to take care of my dental needs in a timely fashion. Special thanks to the front staff, Amanda, Dr and Mrs Amato for a great experience. Thank you all!
Anna Ulery
a year ago
Friendly staff and all new, state of the art equipment! Very clean and gorgeous new facility and interior design. And they accept BCBS insurance!
Audra Milgrim
a year ago
My twins and me had a great visit! They were very professional and kind!
Arna Toliver
a year ago
If your looking for a Dentist. Dr Amato and his staff provide friendly, professional, quality service at affordable prices! With the latest technology and experienced staff I have never sat there waiting for an appointment. Very efficient and timely getting you back. My husband & I have been going to him for years. I highly recommend this Dentistry to anyone looking for a good Dentist! Great job, keep up the good work!
NRA
a year ago
Welcoming environment, very kind and knowledgeable personal, Dr Amato will take time to explain procedures and answer any questions you may have. 5 stars
John Stevenson
a year ago
I made my first visit recently after moving to the area about a year ago from Raleigh. It's a very impressive operation, the staff is excellent, courteous and friendly. They take the time to explain everything. The office from exterior to interior is impressively designed and relaxing. Dr Amato has a first rate operation, I left relaxed and confident.
John Dilworth
a year ago
Fantastic experience. Painless Dentistry by a great group that works together. For me it's worth the 80 mile drive from Morganton. Get the "Amato Plan"...pay once get 2 cleanings and necessary x-rays for the year.
Kimberly Seaver
a year ago
Dr Amati and his staff are very nice and very thorough.
Mike Shoaf
a year ago
Very nice staff! Always a pleasant experience! Check them out if you are in the West Jefferson NC area.
David Hudak
a year ago
I felt very comfortable and good about everything at Amato Dentistry. We are new to the area and needed a dentist. Our sons recommended them and they were right about the wonderful service and help that was offered.
becky rufty
a year ago
Dr Amato and his staff were wonderful. I was having a lot of pain in my jaw and they accommodated me even though I did not have an appointment. I highly recommend this practice!
Everrette snotherly
a year ago
Very satisfied. Had a broken tooth smoothed out which was OK because a root canal was still sound. Will probably sign up for the discount plan.
hjalmar reed
a year ago
Wonderful staff,great Dentist. Love it !! I recommend it.
randy evans
a year ago
People are friendly and they tell you everything is going on with your teeth so if you don't understand you will and the seat are great to seat in
Tina Calloway
a year ago
Everyone in the office are super nice & do a wonderful job. It's a pleasure going there. I never thought I'd say that about a dentist.
Cal Brown
a year ago
Very professional, excellent care, great facility and staff. Worked me in for an issue requiring immediate attention. Highly recommend!
Paulette Norman
a year ago
My visit was great as always. The staff is friendly and attentive. Dr. Amato is amazing. I'm looking forward to booking aesthetic services!
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