This common question is heard in dental offices all across the country. Crooked, unevenly spaced teeth can keep you from looking and feeling fabulous. Maybe you hide your smile in photos, or are focused on what people are seeing when you laugh. But adults are rarely keen on wearing bulky and unavoidably noticeable metal braces for the years it takes to complete treatment. At Smiles by Arnold and Associates, we take a revolutionary approach to teeth-straightening using Invisalign clear braces and other cosmetic dentistry options. Your ideal smile is attainable, and treatment is more conservative and lifestyle-friendly than ever.

You may see the result of “instant orthodontics” with porcelain veneers in the attached photos.

Did you wear metal braces in the past, but now your teeth have shifted out of place? Traditional braces are certainly effective at moving teeth, but especially now that you’re an adult, there are more factors to consider. For instance, you don’t want to compromise your professional appearance, or you may have an important event coming up with lots of photographic evidence. Bottom line: you’d rather not be sporting metal in your mouth! No problem. There may be a better solution for you, including: Read the rest of this entry »

The signs are all around: kids are growing more restless, warmer weather is enticing us from our indoor winter hibernation, and sudden cravings for popsicles are appearing. Yes indeed, summertime is on the horizon. For many Northwest Indiana families, this means preparing for a season filled with sports and other outdoor activities. This summer, follow the tips we’ve provided below to ensure your precious smiles stay safe and healthy.

1.) A Mouthguard Can Make all the Difference
Did you know that up to 40% of all sports-related injuries involve the face? Shocking, isn’t it? Good thing you have a way to protect against tooth loss and other mouth injuries.  A custom  mouthguard from one of our family and general dentists at Smiles by Arnold and Associates is thin, strong, flexible, and specially molded to fit your mouth. It won’t get in the way on the field, but it will have your back when you’re going head to head against tough competition.

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We’ve all heard the buzz words that litter dental advertising, promising a “Hollywood smile” using “state-of-the-art” technology. Sifting through the fluff and getting the facts can be a daunting task. At Smiles by Arnold and Associates, we do invest in modern methods and proudly offer excellent cosmetic treatments, but our focus isn’t on selling you anything. Our focus is on meeting your dental needs, whether they call for general, cosmetic, or restorative care.

What do we offer? Just what your family is looking for: quality dentistry in a welcoming environment. As experienced general and family dentists, our doctors see patients of all ages, correcting dental problems and maintaining oral health. It’s as simple as that.

Take a look around our website to learn more about our offices, our doctors, and the friendly team we’ve compiled at our practice. As you’ll see, we serve diverse needs through a wide variety of adult and children’s dentistry services. From Invisalign clear braces to gum disease therapy to thorough checkups and professional hygiene appointments, we’ve got you covered. Read the rest of this entry »

In 2009 we were honored and thrilled to be voted the “Best Dentist/Dental Practice” and “Best Cosmetic Dentist” in Northwest Indiana.  That is a tremendous honor, especially considering that there are nearly 500 dentists in our area.  Thank you to all of our wonderful patients and friends for voting for us to receive this award. 

“Best of Region” voting has begun for 2010.  If you are happy with the level of care and service that you received from us over the past year, we would appreciate your vote again this year.  Voting can be done (between now and April 21) by following this link:  http://www.nwitimes.com/app/bestof/.  You simply vote for the business/businesses of your choice, making sure that you make a selection for at least 20 of the categories. 

Thank you SO much for your continued support.  We will do everything we can in 2010 to exceed your expectations of us!  J