Smiles Dental Spa

Smiles Dental Spa - General dentist in Tracy, CA
1431 N Tracy Blvd, Tracy, CA 95376
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Monday9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday9:00am - 4:00pm
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Smiles Dental Spa is a Tracy based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more.

Smiles Dental Spa - General dentist in Tracy, CA

Shirley Zhao, DDS, is an expert with extensive experience in general and cosmetic dentistry. At Smiles Dental Spa in Tracy, California, Dr. Zhao provides men, women, and children of all ages access to the best possible personalized dentistry services.

In 2003, Dr. Zhao received her undergraduate degree in science from the University of California, Los Angeles before earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, in 2006.

Dr. Zhao is a member of the California Dental Association and the American Dental Association. Shes a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Zhao also received the certificate for Advanced Training in Cosmetic Dentistry from Lumineers Laboratory in 2010.

Dr. Zhao offers teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, crowns and bridges, root canals, digital X-rays, and many other valuable dental treatments. She stays up to date with the latest advanced dental tools and technology in her beautiful brand-new dental offices. She also treats dental emergencies and offers a 24-hour emergency line for her patients. As an award-winning dental professional and active community volunteer, Dr. Zhao remains focused, passionate, and dedicated to her field. She believes patients should be fully informed, comfortable, and proactive with their dental care.

Dr. Zhao knows that a healthy and aesthetically beautiful smile can boost confidence and enhance the quality of life and general wellness. She takes a unique, modern, and gentle approach to oral health care.

Smiles Dental Spa - General dentist in Tracy, CASmiles Dental Spa - General dentist in Tracy, CA

Dr. Shaila Menon is very passionate about dentistry. She loves to be able to provide her patients with the best possible dental care they can have in a comfortable, relaxed environment. Dr. Menon has spent her career treating patients as if they were part of her family. Her goal is to enhance the lives of her patients by providing them optimal dental care with respect and compassion. She strongly believes that trust, skill and communication are the most important factors in a doctor-patient relationship and takes the time to get to know her patients, thoroughly discussing their individual needs and goals for oral health.

Dr. Menon graduated in dentistry from the prestigious Manipal College of Dental Sciences in India in 1995. She worked in India from 1995 to 2000 where she ran a very successful family oriented practice, earning the trust of her patients and the respect of her peers. She moved to the US in 2000 and has since worked extensively in the bay area and in the San Joaquin valley.

Dr. Menon is very committed to continuing education and exceeds the states requirements for it every year. She is a member of several professional dental organizations including ADA, CDA, and San Joaquin dental society.

Dental implants can be an ideal solution to replacing damaged or missing teeth. They can restore not only the functionality of teeth but can provide a great new look as well. Dental implants are a standard cosmetic dental option offered at Smiles Dental Spa.

People tend to assume that the gap left behind after losing a permanent adult tooth can remain empty. The reality is that an exposed tooth socket faces the risk of infection, can cause teeth to shift out of alignment, and can cause other issues as well. With a dental implant, we can help patients avoid those oral health issues We have the tools and skills necessary to provide patients with a customized dental implant to meet their specific needs.

Dental implants can even help prevent facial structure from changing, providing the functionality needed to perform the same as before the original tooth was damaged. Supplementing them with a dental crown can also ensure that the dental implant looks perfectly natural along with your other teeth.

Once you are cleared for the procedure, the team at Smiles Dental Spa will take an impression of your mouth to create a new tooth in a dental lab. Each synthetic tooth will match the size and shape of the surrounding teeth, along with having a perfect color match. This way your smile will appear completely natural once we complete the procedure. Many patients are satisfied with the results since no one can tell the difference between which teeth are real and which ones are synthetic.

Teeth restored with implants will not get cavities. A replacement tooth, or crown, does not decay like a natural tooth. However, you still need to brush, floss and care for it and your surrounding natural teeth in the same manner as natural teeth. Regular professional cleanings and dental checkups are also essential.

The next step in the procedure is to implant a metal post under the gum line. This aspect of the procedure is what sets an implant apart from other forms of cosmetic dentistry. The metal post is secured to the jawbone in order to create a durable, synthetic root system that rivals the strength of natural roots; with one exception that the metal cannot face infection. Over the course of a couple of months, the metal post and jawbone will fuse together. This creates a level of durability that cannot be replicated in other types of procedures.

Afterward, we will secure the new synthetic tooth to the metal post at the surface of the gums. The new tooth is attached so securely, that patients can eat their favorite foods, maintain an active lifestyle, play sports, and more, without fear of their tooth becoming loose or falling out. Patients can enjoy the benefits that come from never having to worry about their tooth again.

The team at Smiles Dental Spa provide dental implants in a way that is comfortable and functional. We take the time to make sure that every aspect of the procedure is completed correctly the first time.

Once implants have been installed, they are extremely easy to care for. We hear patients throughout Tracy ask questions that range from 'Do implants come out' to 'How do I brush my teeth'. Fortunately, the answers are not as complex as some people might believe. Since we install dental implants by creating a synthetic root system, they are durable and secure. The dental implants will not fall out or become loose. This means you can go play basketball, run in a 10k marathon, and wrestle with your kids without worrying about your tooth coming out.

In order to care for your implants, we advise patients to brush and floss their teeth throughout the day like normal. Additionally, it is important to schedule dental exams and cleanings with Dr. Zhao at least twice a year. The team at Smiles Dental Spa will help to clean your teeth and ensure that they stay healthy. While dental implants cannot become infected themselves, the teeth around them can. If, in the future, you suffer from a severe case of gum disease or a dental abscess, the infection can spread into your jawbone. This puts your implants in jeopardy because in order to stay secure, the jawbone must be in good health. If it becomes infected, your dental implants and all of your teeth will be in jeopardy.

A. Generally, this is not a good idea. We find that it is generally much better not to attach implants to teeth. We frequently attach implants to each other, which can improve strength and works well. So in a case like this, although it may be more expensive in the short term to place two implants instead of one, the long-term success is likely to be much better with the two implants.

Q. I lost my upper back teeth on one side and have gone for years without doing anything about it. My sinuses always seem to bother me more on that side than on the side that I have back teeth. Could these problems be related to one another?

A. In a large majority of people who are missing their upper back teeth for a long period of time, is the increasing downward growth of the maxillary sinus. At birth, it is the size of a pea and progressively grows as the skull matures. This growth is at the expense of the surrounding bone. If you are considering replacing those upper back teeth with fixed teeth that stay in all the time, it may be necessary to perform a sinus elevation procedure to allow room for placement of dental implants into this area to support those teeth. This involves placement of bone and/or bone substitutes into an area which was previously occupied by the lower part of the maxillary sinus. Most importantly, this procedure increases the available bone use to place implants and restore the missing back teeth.

A. In most cases, with the new options available today in the field of dental implants, some form of treatment is possible. We encourage people to get help as soon as possible if they are already having some problems with their current situation. These problems include excessive use of denture adhesives, chewing only soft food, unable to taste some foods, constant mouth sores, unhappy with the appearance of one's teeth and bite position (in some cases the nose and chin getting closer together). The sooner we correct the problems with dental implants, the more choices one has available for treatment. If you have any or all of the above symptoms, implants can very well be the answer for you.

A. It is not necessary to have an implant for every tooth that is being replaced. The number of implants necessary to provide support depends on the type of implants used and the type of teeth (removable vs. non- removable) that will be attached to the implants. A thorough oral exam and panoramic x-ray is all that is necessary in most cases, to determine which implant can be used and how many must be used. Sometimes additional X-rays or CT scans are used in more complicated cases.

Q. I consulted a dentist several years ago about using implants to replace my lower denture and he told me that I did not have adequate bone available to place enough in-the-bone implants without danger of fracturing my now fragile jawbone. Are there any alternatives?

A. Because of the advances in the field of implantology, there are now more choices and techniques. It is rare for a person to not be able to receive an implant or a combination of implants. Today we have available many types of implants designed to accommodate multiple problems.

A. Teeth that have root canals can fracture more easily than other teeth because they are weaker and somewhat dehydrated. They can sometimes be as brittle as glass. In the past, the best available treatment was to remove the tooth and file down the adjacent teeth to make a bridge - caps on the adjacent teeth with an attached 'dummy' tooth between. Sometimes this still is the only way. However, in many cases an implant can replace the fractured tooth and we will not need to grind down a tooth to at all.

Choosing dental implants is something many people are doing nowadays, as this tooth replacement option is one that offers benefits that no other replacement option can. According to WebMD, there are many advantages to dental implants, including improved appearance, improved speech, improved comfort, improved self-esteem, improved oral health, easier eating increased durability and convenience.Learning how

Dental veneers can treat a variety of issues, both to improve oral health or simply for cosmetic purposes. They can be used to: Repair chipped or cracked teeth Create a whiter smile when whitening treatments will not work Close gaps between teeth Repair unevenly shaped or sized teeth Restore worn down teeth due to teeth

For many people, a smile makeover can positively impact their lives. Addressing unsightly or damaged teeth can be very beneficial for numerous patients. Some of the most common causes of tooth damage include: Severe untreated tooth decay Trauma or injury, resulting in chips, cracks, or breaks Enamel loss from overbrushing or a highly acidic diet

Individuals with missing teeth have several options for restoring their smiles, and one of these options are dental bridges. Bridges can assist with filling the gaps left behind by missing teeth. Are they the right choice for you? Determining the answer to this question depends on several factors, so lets get started.They consist of artificial

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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 84 reviews

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Kaustri Bhattacharyya
a year ago
They have good staff and clean environment just Doctor has no idea how long the treatment will take. They start saying with 30 mints which ended with 3:30 hrs eventually! It's okay for a regular cleaning but for anything little complicated, not sure!


Adorned by Noorain S.
2 years ago
My recent experience for deep cleaning was not good at all, Doctor Menon didnt do it gently and was so rough . And I have bump on my gums and so much pain even after a week, which I had never experienced before , after the deep cleaning. Staff is good, and reply back my calls. Regular cleaning was good too with the dentist But deep cleaning was so rough and painful , almost a week now And I couldn't eat or drink properly. She put a temporary crown which also hurts and so much sensitivity now And I didnt have any issue on that tooth earlier. All I know that this is the first time Im having this much pain with deep cleaning during and after a week of procedure which never happened before .


Fakhira Haider
2 years ago
I went for my first check up and cleaning this morning. Everyone was friendly! Glad I was referred to go there. I felt good about my teeth after a long time. I usually come back from an appointment demotivated but this place got me smiling and motivated to keep doing what I'm doing :)


Leif mokuahi JR
2 years ago
Amazing service, very welcoming and accommodating! I recently moved to Tracy and went here for a cleaning via a referral. It did not disappoint and I am happy to conduct my dental care here for years to come. Absolutely wonderful!


Hina Ahmed
2 years ago
fast and easy! Willing to work with me for my out of pocket options. Will be coming back for my next cleaning!


Kayla Giron-Baker
2 years ago
Great experience.


Jae Love
2 years ago
Friendly staff, professional & kind. I had a wisdom tooth removed 4/11, they took their time & answered all my questions.


Kevin Fellon
2 years ago
The staff is always so friendly and welcoming and Dr. Zhao does great work.


Judy Soriano
2 years ago
Dr. Zhao and staff, Christine, Maria, and another sweet lady who I forgot to ask her name, were so nice and so welcoming. It was my first time going to this dental office and every one of them were so helpful and I can't thank them enough. Dr. Zhao thoroughly explained procedures and the next steps which I really appreciated because unlike other dentists, they act like they're 3 pts behind. I'm glad to have found this place!


Grant Miller
2 years ago
The Dr & staff were super friendly, always a pleasure to go there for a dental visit!


Chuck Harrison
2 years ago
I have been getting my cleanings from Dr. Zhao since she took over from Dr. Nakawaki (sp) years ago. But this time Debbie did my cleaning and it was wonderful and she was great, funny, and engaging. Can't wait for my next visit in six months.....


Annette Perez
2 years ago
Great experience. First time with Dr. Zhao and the staff. Very nice and professional. Dr. Zhao explained everything for my dental plan and answered all of my questions. A+


Debbi Hopman
2 years ago
I went for a check up for my implant. Dr. Zhao was efficient, assured me that the healing process was progressing nicely.


Ian Austria
2 years ago
Today was my first visit and I have found a dentistry that I will stay with. The staff was energetic and nice. Their communication system is well above par from email confirmations and text confirmations and even going as far as texting me that I can come in early. I was greeted at the door they took me in and started the x-rays and cleaning immediately. Lastly the dock was great ask me questions and also asked if I had any concerns. This will be my home dentistry going forward.


Wanda Kealaiki Gallardo
2 years ago
Considering I haven't been to the dentist in a little over 2 years and my teeth are in desperate need of work done in them, my experience was surprisingly good. The staff and the Dr were gentle, thorough, very patient, helpful and informative. I don't like dental visits or dental work done and I rarely write positive reviews about anything but I highly recommend this office. Thank you


Christina Coltrell
2 years ago
There is no other dentist I TRUST more then Dr. Zhoa! Great & friendly staff as well! CLEAN and very accommodating! I had a horrible toothache and they were able to move somethings around and get me checked out SAME-DAY with out me even asking! Not to mention it was the the same week as Xmas so that was even more impressive! THANK YOU Dr. Zhoa and Staff! You truly are the BEST!


Amrit I.
2 years ago
Excellent service, and the dentists provided a very friendly environment. I 10/10 recommend, .


Long Huang
2 years ago
First time to the new dental office. It was nice and comfortable. Very recommend for people who need dental service.


Kayla Naldo
2 years ago
Great experience! Those who work there make you feel welcomed. Especially with COVID, this dental office is very precautionary of those who enter. Which is great! I enjoyed talking to the doctors and assistants.


Tamica Ward
2 years ago
Great customer service, efficient and clean.


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