I was born and raised in New York City. After graduating from The City College of New York, I moved to Boston and earned my DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. I then served for two years as a Captain in the United States Air Force Dental Corps at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas.

My family and I fell in love with Texas and moved to Dallas where I have been in private practice for over thirty years. Besides my family, my long-standing patient relationships are one of the things I value most.

I have always regarded continuing education as an important goal in my professional life and am a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Crown Council and Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity. I often attend dental seminars so that I can advance my education and deliver the most functional, aesthetic and long-lasting dentistry including dental veneers, dental crowns & bridges, dental fillings, and dental implants.

Born in New Jersey, but was raised in Texas, Lori Alban received an Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from Wharton College in Wharton, Texas. For more than 37 years, she has worked as a registered dental hygienist in Texas. She brings a passion for providing a caring environment for her family of patients, as well as educating those patients about maintaining optimal oral health.

Lori and her husband Greg have been married for 39 years and have 3 wonderful adult children John, Chris and Meagan and their spouses and 3 energetic grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys crafts, gardening, and spending time with her family. Her personal motto Live Well, Love Much & Laugh Often.

I am a native born Texan and have lived in many areas of the state. My family is a big part of who I am and I travel to see them as often as possible.In my spare time I love to explore the local trails on my bike. I love to travel and bring my giant Labradoodle Ziggy with me whenever possible and together we explore and discover new things.

I have worked for Dr. Kessner since October 1999 and I am very grateful for the opportunity he has given me to follow my passion to help people. Over the years I feel like our office is my second home and our patients have become a big part of my life. I am also a Registered Dental Assistant and was Dr. Kessners Chairside Assistant for 9 years prior to my current position as Office Manager. I maintain my registration for Dental Assisting and continue to be well educated in all aspects of Dentistry. I love to smile, so what better way to spend my time than by trying to help others achieve a beautiful smile.

I was born and raised in Dallas. My parents are originally from Chihuahua, Mexico so I am very fortunate to be fluent in Spanish as well as English. I am married and have three children. I spend most of my spare time raising my three children and our puppy Marilynn, a miniature Chihuahua. My son plays baseball so we spend a lot of time in the stands cheering him on. I love the outdoors and enjoy camping and hiking with my family. My sister lives in Colorado so we enjoy visiting with her during the holidays.

I have been a Registered Dental Assistant since 1998. I have worked for Dr. Kessner since October 2010 as his Chairside Assistant. We have a great rapport and I love being his second set of hands. My objective at work every day is to make my patients feel relaxed, happy and welcomed.

I was raised on the east coast and moved to Texas as a newlywed. We fell in love with the people and culture of the Lone Star State and chose to plant our familys roots here. I enjoy traveling with my husband whenever possible, movies, reading, volunteer work and spending time with our children and grandchildren who are all native Texans!

Sometimes youve done everything you can for your dental health, but you still want that boost to take your smile from blah to brilliant. Whether youre missing teeth that need to be replaced, have damaged teeth that need to be touched up, or just want a whiter smile, Dr. Kessner, DMD, is the cosmetic dentist in Richardson to call! Take a look at some of our Richardson, TX, aesthetic dentistry procedures below.

Movie stars arent the only ones who can have beautiful smiles! Without professional teeth whitening service, you can see a clear shade difference in as little as just one visit. Our staff is well-trained and able to give you the whiter smile youre looking for.

If youd rather whiten your teeth in the comfort of your own home, thats no problem either! We offer take-home trays you can use so you can whiten your teeth on your own time. These trays are also helpful in maintaining a whiter smile after professional teeth cleaning in Richardson, TX.

By the natural process of time and decay, teeth may sometimes develop stains and damage that may appear irreversible. Dental veneers may just be what youre looking for! Dental veneers are thin coverings made of porcelain or another tooth-colored material.

Applying dental veneers is a fairly easy procedure that often leaves you with little to no discomfort. Because veneers are attached to the surface of teeth, they dont stain as easy and are maintained by simple brushing and flossing. Theyre also meant to be long-lasting, so you may not need to change them for 7-15 years!

Dental implants are metal posts (often made of a titanium alloy) set in your jaw and covered with a dental crown or other covering. The implant functions just like any other tooth, so you can eat and speak like normal without the fear of your implant being damaged. Whats even better, the post will actually fuse with your jaw and strengthen it, making for a healthier smile.

Dr. Kessner is the best. Hes very knowledgeable, cares about his patients, takes pride in his work, and has a great sense of humor. Ive been seeing him for over 30 years. I hate the thought of going anywhere else.

Some dental issues go beyond regular cleaning and checkups. If you have missing teeth, a cracked tooth, a broken tooth, or other types of damaged teeth, you may be in need of restorative dentistry treatment. Richardson dentist, Dr. Kessner, DMD, is a well-trained dentist, and he and his staff offer several options, so you can find what fits best for you!

If you have missing teeth and are looking for a permanent solution, dental implants may be a great option for you! A dental implant is a metal post placed in your jaw, which fuses to the bone and creates a stronger, healthier jaw. The post is then covered with a crown or other covering, which functions just like any other tooth.

Another remedy for missing teeth is a device called a dental bridge. Rather than placing a post in your jaw, a bridge is formed by two caps being placed on the teeth on either side of a gap. A replacement tooth is then set in the gap by attaching to the two caps, restoring that full, glowing smile youve wanted.

If you have multiple teeth missing, implants can also provide a great support for dentures. Implants are placed normally, and a set of dentures is then fused to them so they function just like your normal teeth would. This allows you to eat and speak normally, and your new dentures can be cleaned with normal brushing, flossing, and regular visits for cleaning.

A Chipped or a broken tooth can not only affect how your teeth look but broken teeth are more prone to infection and further dental problems. With dental crowns, you can avoid such problems and restore that beautiful smile you once had. Dental crowns act as both a protective covering for your teeth and function just like a normal tooth, so you can live your life exactly how youd like.

Chipped teeth and cracked teeth often need to be restored quickly, so there is little to no chance of tooth infection. Tooth-colored fillings can be set quickly, so you dont have to worry about further damage to your dental health. Also, theyre less noticeable, since theyre made to match the shade of your teeth, so you can share your newly-restored smile with confidence!

Dr. Kessner was fantastic. This was my first visit to a dentist in an embarrassingly long time. He was patient, and thorough, making sure that I knew what was going on, and that I felt comfortable the entire time. I am very happy that I found his practice.