How To Find A Dentist in the Sterling Heights area of Macomb County, Michigan

January 25, 2011 by ·

Question: January means the beginning of a new year and I am preparing to make a dental appointment after procrastinating for the last couple of years.  I see ads in the yellow pages, newspapers and magazines.  What is the best way to confidently select a dentist in the Sterling Heights area of Macomb County, Michigan?

Answer: I would attempt to choose a Dentist in the Sterling Heights area of Macomb County, Michigan by first asking your friends and family who they go to and see if they are happy with the dental treatment they are receiving.  Personal referrals are the best way to confidently choose your Sterling Heights area  Dentist. Next, it is important to research out the dentist you are considering going to and ask questions like:

  • Is the Dentist qualified to treat your specific need?
  • Does the Dentist have convenient hours?
  • When calling their Dental Office are you treated in a friendly manner or is the dental receptionist rude?
  • A great tool is using the internet to research the dental office and almost meet the dentist and dental  team by visiting their web site.  It should also be possible to make a call and meet the dentist.

I believe it is critical that the dentist is approachable and not too busy to take their time and listen to your concerns and answer your questions.  If the above describes what you are looking for why not give us a call and try us out.  If you are pleased with your dental  treatment you have been receiving then bravo to you and your dentist.

About the Autor

Dr Robert Antolak is “The Gentle Dentist” and is located in the Sterling Heights area of Macomb County in Shelby Township, Michigan.  To schedule a dental appointment please contact his Shelby Twp. Dental Office at 586-

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High technology at The Gentle Dentist’s Dental Office in Macomb County, Michigan

March 7, 2010 by ·

At The Gentle Dentist located in Shelby Township, Macomb County, Michigan we pride ourselves in the fact that we combine High technology with High touch.  Our team of dental professionals aim to make your visit to our dental office in Shelby Twp. the most positive experience at a dental office as possible.  With a lighthearted, compassionate environment many of our dental patients say what a great place this is to even visit.

How then do we incorporate our dental technology with the gentle touch?  That is easy-We use the technology as a tool and not an excuse to ignore our dental patients.

The following are examples how we use technology at our dental office located at 22 Mile Rd. just west of Hayes which is 2 miles north of Sterling Heights:

  • We are a paperless dental office so this means that any forms are sent to you online to be filled out in the privacy of your own home so that when you arrive at the dental office  you will only need to review the information you filled out and sign off on our tablet PC.  This is convenient when you have the time and have access to your medical and dental information.
  • Digital x rays and panoramic x rays.  With the use of digital x rays your exposure to radiation is decreased by 50-60%.  The image appears on our screen within 4 seconds of exposure.  If a different view is needed there is no need to wait which is common with x ray film. This also makes us a “green dental office” since there are no harmful chemicals disposed of and used.
  • Electric dental hand pieces are used for precise control of the drill and is quieter than the air driven drills used by many dentists in the Macomb County area.
  • Digital photos of both your smile and mouth make communication and understanding much easier which take the guess work out of it.  These can also be emailed to you for your own use.
  • Computer based educational systems are used to allow you the dental patient to have a better understanding of the procedures that are recommended to you.

These are only a few of the unique high technology tools we use for our dental patients in the Washington Twp., Clinton Township and New Baltimore areas.  For more information please visit our website at www.TheGentleDentist.com or call (586)247-3500.

About The Author

Dr. Robert Antolak, DDS graduated from the University of Michigan in 1987 with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He is dedicated to providing the highest quality and appropriate cosmetic, sedation and general dentistry in the most comfortable and gentle way possible. Because being a dentist has been a lifelong dream, Dr. Antolak has a passion for the profession. He enjoys helping people feel better about their smiles and therefore their self-image with dental implant and cosmetic dentistry. His Dental Practice is located in Shelby Township, Michigan.  For more information visit The Gentle Dentist.

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I am looking for a dentist for chickens

November 16, 2009 by ·

There are so many people who have severe anxiety that they continue to prolong their dental visits because they remember a bad experience they have had in the past.   These bad experiences have made them feel hopeless, insecure and like chickens.  Usually this self criticism is damaging to both their health and psyche.  This is an endless loop of knowing what they should do but continue to procrastinate and live in their fear.  Dentistry can be a very scary place for those who have had bad experiences.  These experiences are imprinted in the patient and even the thought makes them nervous of the dentist.

I have found in my 23 years of practice being a dentist is to break the cycle by breaking the silence.  What I usually see is having an email sent to me describing their bad experiences and then I will follow up with a call to discuss their concerns personally.  Many have said how this simple step has made a huge difference in their anxiety. 

Recently I had a patient who fit this description and after a few emails I called her up and talked to her.   This made it possible for her to make an appointment.  She is going to just stop into the office impromptu to meet our team and see that we are real people.  With our light cheerful environment which lacks the typical dental office smell, charts and sounds it makes trips to the dentist much more tolerable.  My hope if this describes you go to our welcome page at our office’s website http://www.thegentledentist.com/about_dr_antolak.htm to see why we at TheGentleDentist.com and your home for dentistry in the Macomb, Shelby, Clinton Township, Sterling Heights and Washington Township area.  You can also call us at 586.247.3500

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