Graduating from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and completed a residency at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation.She was then voted one of Clevelands Top Dentists by Northern Ohio Live for consecutive years and named one of the Best Dentists in America. Dr. Elias has a repertoire characterized by success and patient satisfaction. Her passion for art has fueled her achievements in her field, helping her craft brilliant smiles, enhance her patients facial esthetics and improve their overall health.
Year after year, our patients tell us the reason they come back is that we feel like family. Dr. Elias and the entire staff genuinely care about you, your comfort and your healthy smile. We accommodate patients with a kind, comfortable atmosphere while providing superior treatment and far exceeding expectations. Our experience and artistic foundation make us truly unique. Our patients receive only the best from Dr. Elias, and her exceptional work and attention to detail have only made it easier for patients to return time and time again.
At Dr. Elias, we offer a broad range of services, from general dentistry and tooth whitening to tooth replacements, tooth restorations and facial fillers and enhancements. We provide our patients with the highest quality dental work and facial esthetics options, making it our personal and professional mission to ensure you leave our office with an unparalleled confidence in your smile and overall appearance. Dr. Lisa Elias and staff work diligently to provide patients with results that far exceed expectations, paying painstakingly close attention to the details going into our patients procedures. Our mission is to ensure that smiles are both appealing and healthy and that facial esthetic work is equally as flawless.
Dr. Elias practice is known for its success in the areas of both cosmetic general dentistry and facial rejuvenation. We use state-of-the-art equipment including digital x-rays, ceramic crowns, veneers and bridges, and offer titanium implants to restore, replace or enhance teeth- creating beautiful, healthy smiles. We not only craft and perfect smiles,we can reduce the appearance of those fine lines and wrinkles with Botox, Restylane and PRF Therapy.
Our array of services, extensive experience and genuine desire to provide the highest quality dental and facial enhancements have set us apart from others and attracted a loyal patient base over the years, and we look forward to meeting with you personally to discuss our offered procedures and any questions or concerns you may have. To schedule a smile evaluation, call (330) 273-7300.
During your first visit with us,we will take a complete medical history, X-Rays and photos and conduct a full exam of your teeth, gums and mouth, including an oral cancer exam. We also take blood pressure readings and, when warranted, blood sugar readings.
The only way to properly detect decay (cavities) in between teeth, under the gum tissue, under fillings and crowns, etc. is with X-Rays. Also, dental X-Rays can help us find other problems with the teeth and bones, including abscesses, infections, etc. that would not necessarily be painful or otherwise remain undiscovered.
Though we at Dr. Lisa Elias office use state-of-the-art digital X-Rays that emit the least amount of radiation possible, it is a precaution we take with all patients to protect them from any radiation. There are also lead sheets under the drywall between the rooms with X-Ray units to further protect our patients and staff.
Many times patients are unaware they have elevated blood pressure. High blood pressure is an important sign or precursor to heart problems and strokes. We take a medical history and blood pressure to evaluate the total health of our patients in order to give them the best possible care.
It is very important to have your teeth and gums examined and cleaned to remove bacteria, detect cavities and perform a mouth cancer screening. Many changes can occur in a short period of time, and you can catch many problems early and prevent others with frequent dental visits.
A soft or ultra soft toothbrush is perfect for removing food, plaque and bacteria on the teeth, gums and slightly under the gum line. It is soft enough to flex and get around the crevices of the teeth and gums. Unlike medium or stiffer toothbrushes, softer toothbrushes will not wear away precious enamel or irritate and traumatize gums, causing them to recede.
No matter how long or carefully you use a toothbrush, it cannot get in between the teeth like dental floss. Most cavities form between the teeth where a toothbrush cannot reach to remove food and bacteria. Also, make sure you use floss to scrape the sides of teeth to make sure they are clean and smooth.
The high sugar content of regular pop, along with its acidic nature, is a one-two punch for teeth. The acid softens the teeth, and the sugar feeds the bacteria that attack the teeth. Plain water and sugar-free drinks are much better options.
Sensitivity from tooth whitening is usually transient, going away within one to two days after the cessation of bleaching. The patient soon returns to their former level of tooth sensitivity before having started the tooth whitening process.
We do not recommend peroxide rinses because recent studies have shown that liquid peroxide will actually slow the healing of wounds. It is recommended that patients use warm salt water rinses, approved over-the-counter mouth rinses or prescription mouth rinses to maintain or restore oral health.
Though dental implants are not completely contraindicated, the nicotine and irritants from smoking significantly increase the likelihood of implant failure and contribute to periodontal disease and a host of other medical problems.
The baby teeth are essential to holding the places for the adult teeth until they are ready to come in. Premature loss can result in crowding in the adult teeth. Also, cavities left unfilled can progress to the nerve of the tooth and cause infections and abscesses.
The project consists of large, oversized Fender Stratocaster guitars that are creatively transformed into works of art by local artists and national celebrities and displayed on the city streets of Cleveland for residents and visitors to enjoy. Corporations, organizations and individuals sponsor the guitars and select from a variety of local artists to paint, sculpt or decorate them. At the end of the display period, the guitars are auctioned off at a gala event. It took me three weeks of weekend and after-work labor to complete the project using paint, crystal rhinestones and pinkglassmosaic squares.
In April 2012, my guitar Destination: Cleveland was chosen to benefit United Way and the Rock Hall. A giant guitar-shaped suitcase with various destinations of the city stamped on it- this project has to be one of my favorites- and coolest!
