Back then, the X-rays were hand developed and root canals took 3 hours a visit! I used to put in metal mercury based fillings and I had a choice of only 6 shades for your state of the art tooth colored fillings. Oh to be young again. I dont miss those days, and Im sure you dont either as the one sitting in the chair.
Aside from the technology, another aspect that is changing; which is more disconcerting, is the disappearance of the old business model of the family practice, single owner. Due to competition, insurance involvement, and the cost of running a stand alone dental practice (the US average is 62% overhead), many dentists are selling out to corporations. These companies are market driven, high volume entities with deep marketing pockets that focus on cost minimization over customer service and care. If you had a dental phobia before... just wait till you see whats over the horizon!
I am writing about this not to alarm you. This is to thank you and assure you, that this will not be my business model if you keep doing what you are doing as caring patients of our office! Your referrals are the life blood of our practice. As a patient at Smile Savers Dentistry, you know what it is to have quality dentistry in a caring, fun and professional environment, and you share that with your family and friends. Keep up the good work and well keep up the good dentistry!
Dr. Daniel Stewart founded Smile Savers Dentistry in Columbia, Maryland after graduating from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1989. Dr. Stewarts mission was to build a one-of-a-kind dental practice one dedicated to high-quality & personalized patient care. Dr. Stewart's persistence in meeting these goals is part of what makes him the best dentist in Columbia, MD.
When the office was designed, Dr. Stewart made sure the environment contributed to the experience he wanted every patient to have: one that is relaxed, unhurried and comfortable. In the winter, a cozy fire burns in the fireplace. Treatment rooms are spacious, modern and full of natural light. Every employee is carefully chosen for their ability to not only provide top-notch service but also to provide the kind of individualized and personal care his practice is known for.
Dr. Stewart focuses on giving patients a positive experience with every visit. Education is very important to him, both while explaining a treatment program in detail and in helping patients understand the best way to maintain their oral health. He welcomes questions because he feels its vital for patients to fully understand and agree with their recommended treatment program before it begins.
More than two decades of experience has given Dr. Stewart the expertise to offer superb results, whether in routine dental care like fillings or root canals, or more sophisticated procedures like dental implants or veneers. He has treated more than 30,000 patients with his comprehensive dental services and continues to expand his education every year. His personal goal and top priority is the dental health of his patients while also helping them improve their self-confidence and faith in dentistry.
Besides dentistry, Dr. Stewart actively supports his community by contributing to the Carol Jean Cancer Foundation, Believe in Tomorrow Foundation, Citizens Commission on Human Rights, Camp Friendship, Truckin' 4 Troops and the Wounded Warrior Project.
Dr. Daniel Stewart founded Smile Savers Dentistry after graduating from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1989. Since its inception, he has practiced dentistry using the most updated dental techniques in a kind, fun-loving environment. The Columbia, MD office is very comfortable and relaxing with experienced and caring dentists and staff.
Hunter Barkes, Hygienist. Hunter was born in La Jolla, California, but grew up in Severna Park and graduated from Severn High School. He attended the University of MD Dental School, where he graduated from in 2006.
Dr. Vikaskumar Patel, Associate. Dr. Patel is passionate about dentistry and enjoys building relationships with his patients while providing both comfort and the highest quality of personalized lifetime care. To this end, he subscribes to a philosophy of lifetime learning, and continuously hones his skills by engaging in hundreds of hours of continuing education in a variety of relevant dental topics. A member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Dr. Patel also received the prestigious Fellow of International Congress of Impantologists award for implant dentistry in 2019.