For patients to choose the most appropriate dental office to meet their individualneedsthere must exist amatchbetweenthe services sought by the patient and the services provided by the office. If the value you possess for your teeth and health coincides with our beliefs infine dentistry and prevention, a mutually rewarding relationship should evolve for both parties. As a form of welcoming you and sharing our beliefs about how we serve patients, the following information is provided.

Briefly stated, our philosophy of practice is this Our desire is to help the people we serve achieve a higher level of health and self-esteem by enhancing the appearance, comfort, and function of their mouth. We do this by providing dental care of the highest quality our patients can accept that is consistent with their dental needs and the value they hold for their own health.

A dental office is a small health-centered team of professionals dedicated to serving patients. Other offices maintain certain minimal standards of skill and concern; however, we want anauraabout us that unquestionably makes a statement of our quality of care. To make this evident, we have committed to a particular kind of practice. In a philosophical sense, basically one is devoted to eitherquantity(do a little for a lot of people) or toquality(optimal care on a long-term basis for regular patients). We want to attract and keep patients who share our values and beliefs in excellence or cangrowto this level of appreciation through education and motivation. We seek a patient population dominated by people with high expectations of good health and happiness.

Excellence in dentistry begins with a careful diagnosis and treatment plan to move us toward the goals we will establish together called theMaster Plan. We will perform an extensive and comprehensive examination of the teeth, gums, bite, joints, and soft tissues. When needed, and with your permission, we will utilize all appropriate x-rays. If beneficial, we will use intra-oral photographs and plaster study models of your teeth and jaws to identify areas of concern. We believe this in-depth examination to be thecornerstoneof quality dentistry.

In this country, at this time, the veryfoundationof dentistry is being tested. This is because the government is becoming more involved in health care, insurance carriers are trying to dictate treatment and fees, and some dental clinics are strangely competing through coupons, extended hours, and bargain basement pricing instead of quality.

In light of these challenges, we believe that there has never been a better time for a practicededicatedto excellence in disease prevention, to service, and to providing quality long-term health care. We find our emphasis on excellence to behighly rewardingto both our patients and to us. We hope you agree and will join our family.

As a graduate of the prestigious Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas and a General Practice Residency at the Teague VA Hospital and Scott & White Hospital and with over two decades of excellence in the art and science of dentistry, Dr. Griffin has gained recognition as one of the finest and top-rated dentists throughout all of the Dallas area and beyond. In 2014 he was giventhe Good Fellow award by the Texas Dental Association. During the 2014 National Convention of the American Dental Association, Dr. Griffin wasinducted into the prestigious Academy of Dentistry International, an honor society for dentists who are service-oriented and are extremely well-respected in the field of dentistry.

Be it cosmetic, restorative, implant or general dentistry, Dr. Griffin is chosen day after day by local celebrities, politicians, local news anchors and their families to create and sustain a healthy, brilliant, and perfect smile throughout all their stages of life.

Dr. Griffin evaluates, diagnoses and treats a wide variety of conditions, disorders and diseases affecting his patients teeth, gums and maxillofacial (jaw and face) region. Using the most advanced technology available to date, he masters his art while focusing on every means of preventative dentistry to accomplish the healthiest and most sustainable smile for his patients.

Mandy is our Dental Hygienist and is an absolute joy to our patients and staff. Mandy graduated from the Collin College Dental Hygiene program at the top of her class with exceptional National Board scores. She was awarded the Golden Scaler award upon completion of the Hygiene program. This award is granted annually by the faculty of dental hygiene schools to students who have demonstrated remarkable skill and talent over the course of their classes. The award is a testament to their achievement. Mandys passion in this field is to provide professional, gentle but thorough dental care, as well as establish an honest and open rapport with her patients.

Barbara is Dr. Griffins Dental Assistant. She is a native to the Carrollton area, having attended R.L. Turner High School and North Texas University. She then received her dental training in Biloxi, Mississippi at Keesler A.F.B. Barbara has many years of experience and a dedication to our practice and our patients.

Dental emergencies are never convenient or timely. In cases of painful dental emergencies, we work to get our patients in the office as soon as possible most of the time, we can see you the same day. Just call our office at (972) 242-2155.

AtPaul A. Griffin, DDS, PA,we are committed to our patients dental health no matter what time of the day or night it is. If you are a current patient andhave a painful dental emergency after regular office hours, please call the office number for instructions.