Your smile says a lot about you. It reveals your sense of humor, shows affection, radiates confidence and brightens your entire face. But if youre hiding your smile because its not as attractive or healthy as it should be, youre sending a negative message to everyone you meet.
A good oral healthcare office should make patients feel right at home, not like they have to keep their guard up to avoid overblown sales pitches and treatment recommendations they dont really need. Here in the Bethlehem, PA, our team is fully dedicated to providing dentistry thats honest to its core.
Lehigh Valley Smile Designs arent interested in rushing patients through informal treatment or treating you like just another number in our files. Instead, we take the time to personalize your care. Our goal is to learn everything we can about your history, your oral health, and your goals for your future smile. Once we have all of this important information, we can formulate the ideal treatment plan that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.
Wow! I cant say enough amazing things about the incredible staff at Lehigh Valley Smile Design. I have never been more at home and comfortable at a dental office! Sam Anthony made me feel like we were best friends catching up. Both women at the front desk as well as the Dr. were also kind and knowledgeable! Cant believe I am saying this, but I now love the dentist!
Great office! Everyone is very friendly and welcoming and is amazing at explaining whats going on with your teeth. Most other offices Ive been to they speak in dental terms, Which I do not understand and have to always ask what they are referring to. Nicole was very helpful and all the girls at the front desk! This is typically a far drive from my house but feel like its well worth it!
I have been a patient of Lehigh Valley Smile Design for over a decade. Dr Michael Petrillo and staff are truly exceptional! They have my highest recommendation. Simply put, I live in SC and travel back to PA, because of this wonderful staff! Sam is magic with the water pic, cleaning teeth
Dr. Michael A. Petrillo has received special hands-on training in cosmetic dentistry from prestigious post-graduate program, Pacific Aesthetic Continuum, and The Dawson Seminars in St. Petersburg, Florida. He has accumulated over 250 continuing education hours while adding smile design cosmetic services and Full Mouth Aesthetic Reconstruction to his practice. He has the ability to offer Smile Makeovers as a result of training in California with the actual dental experts seen on ABCs Extreme Makeover. He and his dental team have also done advanced training in Aesthetic Full Mouth Reconstruction at the world renowned Las Vegas Institute for Exceptional Dentistry in Las Vegas. Dr. Petrillo is one of only 650 dentists in the world certified by the Las Vegas Institute.
He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and served in the US Air Force where he was chosen for a six month rotation post-grad program receiving advanced training for surgery and periodontics. He is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, Pennsylvania Dental Association, and The Lehigh Valley Dental Society.
Dr. Petrillo believes that improving his patients smiles through conservative, cosmetic dental techniques has a positive impact on the overall appearance and self-confidence of his patients. A healthy smile impacts all aspects of ones life social, professional and romantic.
Dr Petrillo is the director and founder of Lehigh Valley Smile Designs in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. His guidance and vision continue to shape the teams approach to dental care. The core principles which include excellence in patient care, gentle and thorough dentistry, and assisting patients in their quest for beautiful and healthy smiles are engrained in all team members so that patients are happy and satisfied with their care. Dr. Patrick Petrillo is the treating dentist and he enjoys contributing to our mission.
When Dr. Patrick A. Petrillo joined Lehigh Valley Smile Designs in 2012, he brought extensive experience from his own practice in creating smile makeovers and full mouth reconstruction. Joining Lehigh Valley Smile Designs allowed him the opportunity to focus on his true passion creating beautiful smiles that produced happy and healthy patients rather than managing a practice.
Dr. Patrick Petrillo decided he wanted to become a dentist because of years of dental work he had to endure growing up in Wilkes-Barre, PA. I had bad teeth that needed constant work, and I said to myself at some point, I think I can do better than the guy working on me.'
Eventually he took that desire to Temple Universitys Dental School, and its been fueling his approach to dentistry even since. I am still fascinated by my craft, he says with a smile. There have been so many changes in technology over the years I have been in practice, and those changes have allowed me to be even better as a dentist for my patients. Dr. Petrillo notes that new technology and dental materials provide him with the ability to provide his patients with an even more natural smile.
Dr. Petrillo was attracted to Lehigh Valley Dental Smiles because of the practices philosophy of emphasizing not just dental health, but overall health, as the key to a good smile. He truly enjoys working with the staff because of the high skill level and commitment to excellence in patient care.
A hallmark of Dr. Petrillos dental career has been his focus on continually enhancing his skills and knowledge as a dentist. He has regularly taken advanced dentistry courses at a national level, including the Peter Dawson Academy, The Frank Schuster Center for Professional Development, The Frank Spear Continuum, and Implant Courses through Nobel, Zimmer and 3i. He is also a member of the Suburban Study Club in Philadelphia.
Dr. Petrillo has three children, Jeffrey, Kimberly and Gregory. In his spare time, he likes to exercise (keeps me young), go to car shows, and spend time with my wife Linda. He also has a ShihTzu named Wicket who thinks he is a prince and keeps Dr. Petrillo and his wife constantly entertained.
Seeing patients smile and not afraid of going to their dentist is a mission for Dr. Chu. She believes in setting patients up for success and maintaining their beautiful smiles so that they can smile with confidence. A healthy smile goes a long way.
Dr. Jennifer Chu was born and raised in New York City. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago where she majored in biology. She later went on to graduate from NYU College of Dentistry with her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. Dr. Chu then finished a one year general dental residency at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, which is a level 1 trauma center. Since then, Dr. Chu has settled in the Lehigh Valley, living with her family in Easton.
Dr. Chu strives to take continuing education courses in the latest dental treatments and technologies in order to provide patients personalized treatment and the highest quality dental care. Dr. Chu strives to provide quality care with a personal touch for all of her patients, and enjoys creating an atmosphere that can hopefully make coming to the dental office a little less daunting. She enjoys being able to build a calm, family-like atmosphere which makes coming back to the dentist a more reassuring experience.
Outside of the office, Dr. Chu loves spending time with her husband (a physician in the Lehigh Valley area as well) and 2 babies. She loves traveling, exercising, and enjoys good food as well as spending time with family and in the neighborhood.
A gentle cleaning is not a misnomer here! Sharon and Leah believe that they can be gentle during your treatments to keep your pearly whites clean and healthy. They have advanced training which helps them during your maintenance visits to use and recommend products that will assist you in caring for and keeping your dental investments. They love helping our patients achieve healthy gums and bright white smiles. Ask them our about Whitening For Life Program! They both have been with our practice for over ten years and are loved by their patients. Their dedication to patient excellence in patient care is unparalleled.
Our senior team members have traveled across the country with Dr. Michael Petrillo at top notch learning facilities. Our amazing team is truly what makes our practice a great place to work and the perfect choice as your dental home.