Elite Dental and Aesthetics characterizes by treating our patients with the highest standards in dental health and facial cosmetic care, providing education in all aspects of dentistry and facial aesthetics, utilizing state-of-the-art technology which allow us to customize dental and facial care for an optimal and reproducible result, satisfying the needs of our patients. It is our mission to treat every patient with professionalism, kindness and respect.

Elite Dental and Aesthetics is committed to deliver comfortable, compassionate dental and facial aesthetic care in a warm and caring environment. We do this as a team, in which we respect each other and strive to maintain a positive office environment.

Dr. Lopezs unique approach to dentistry and patient care began where he completed his studies, in Colombia where he practiced for 10 years. He is recognized by the Colombian Dental Colleges Association and the Latin American Dental Colleges Association for his ground-breaking thesis graduation project, earning him first place in Social Studies in the dental community. Dr. Lopezs work served to improve approaches in patient care by implementing new methodologies and approaches to patient treatment.

Dr. Lopezs understanding of practical patient needs and desires drive his patient-focused approach to dentistry. He actively listens, understands, and addresses each individual under his care, customizing his treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each patient.

Dr. Lopez is comprehensively trained in the area of implant dentistry and he is a master of the latest concepts in bone and tissue regeneration, utilizing only the most advanced biomaterials and technologies. He is a member of the International Dental Implant Association, and an award-winning recipient for his educational achievements in implant dentistry. Dr. Lopez is also a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, as well as, the American Dental Association.

Dr. Lopez recently completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Florida, College of Dentistry, again gaining recognition for his patient-centered philosophy of care. In his recreational time, enjoys traveling with his wife and children, relaxing on the beach, and playing soccer and racquetball.

Appearance is not the only benefit of wearing Invisalign for straighter teeth, since straighter teeth can also benefit one's oral health. In fact crooked teeth can trap food between them and lead to infection or bite issues. At Elite Dental & Aesthetics, we offer Invisalign as a treatment for patients interested in discreetly straightening their teeth.

Invisalign is a series of clear aligner trays that cover the teeth, similar to a retainer or mouth guard, but are much more discreet. At least every two weeks or so, the patient will switch to the next set in the series of Invisalign trays. With the custom aligners for each patient, Invisalign will gradually push the teeth into the right position without causing significant amounts of pain.

After creating the trays, we will then meet with the patient to ensure that they fit and that the patient understands all of the steps in the straightening process. It is important that the patient understand a few key factors about wearing Invisalign on a regular basis.

While the patient can remove Invisalign trays when necessary, the patient will want to keep them in as much as possible. The longer the patient does not wear the trays for, the longer the entire process will take. Patients need to remove the aligner trays when eating and to brush the teeth.

Patients can also remove the aligner trays to play in a sports game, give a presentation, go on a date, or while taking a photo. It is important to at least rinse the mouth after eating to keep food from getting caught in the teeth.

The patient will be able to continue through each aligner tray and follow a schedule with no surprises. By following the schedule, the patient's teeth will continue to move into the proper position without pain.

While wearing Invisalign, patients will not have to brush and floss between brackets with difficulty. In fact, the patient will be able to brush and floss as normal by just removing the aligner trays. However, it is crucial that the patient brush after each meal to keep food from sticking between the teeth.

Food that is stuck in the teeth can also damage the aligners. It is important that patients do not wear the aligners while drinking soda or other beverages while wearing Invisalign aligners. We recommend that patients only keep the aligners in when drinking water.

We customize the Invisalign aligners to fit the patient's teeth and then use programming technology to digitally map out the projected rate of movement for the patient. We will then build the rest of the clear aligners in the series. Each new set of aligners will be a bit closer to the correct position for straight teeth.

With a customized straightening treatment, patients do not need to worry about the aligners falling out or being loose. Since there is no one-size-fits-all treatment, we make sure that the trays are the right fit for each patient.

Invisalign aligner trays are nearly invisible to the point that few people will notice them unless the individual mentions wearing them. Patients will not have to feel embarrassed by wearing traditional metal braces or a mess of wires in their mouth on a regular basis. Invisalign allows for the patient to receive the straight smile they desire without the maintenance of going through braces treatment.

Invisalign is different from other teeth straightening treatments because it is flexible and fits over the patients teeth comfortably. The aligner trays are removable, allowing the patient to clean their teeth and the trays properly. Although one of the advantages of Invisalign is that it allows you to eat whatever you crave, a healthy diet

While researching options for teeth straightening, many patients consider the use of clear braces instead of traditional metal braces. There are pros and cons to each option. Before making a decision, learning more about the differences between clear braces options and traditional teeth straightening can help patients decide which route works for their circumstances.Traditional metal

Enhancing the smile is possible with cosmetic dental services. The appearance of teeth that are discolored, misshapen, crowded, broken, chipped, worn or that have gaps can be improved with a smile makeover. When any of these physical conditions exist, it is helpful to understand the procedures available.According to a 2017 survey by the American Academy

Dental implants are often used to replace individual teeth but can also offer multiple teeth replacement options. Such options include cantilever bridges, implant-supported bridges and implant-supported partials.Depending upon the condition of the person's gums and jawbone, a single implant can sometimes be placed to support two adjacent teeth. More commonly, multiple implants are used to