January 26, 2007 edition -

OC Uncovered-
Dental 2000 Changing Lives With Beautiful Smiles
By AMELIA M.

IRVINE, CA -Dental 2000, which goes by the motto ‘Creating the World’s most Beautiful Smiles’ is run by Dr Nimesh Patel who has built a thriving practice here. Keeping abreast with the latest technological advances is a key to the growth of his practice. He has introduced new technologies and incorporated these in guiding his patients to achieve the best overall oral health. The good doctor’s multicultural staff put a high premium on personal attention in a warm, friendly and caring environment. Top on their agenda is to listen, understand the patient’s needs and work with them to achieve the desired goal. The main services provided at Dental 2000 are general and cosmetic dental care. This ranges from high-end cosmetic dentistry to general restorative dentistry.

Explaining, Dr. Patel says that they specialize in cosmetic dentistry such as, veeners, invisalign, cosmetic crowns, implants, root canals, and full mouth reconstruction, oral wisdom extractions, among others. For the comfort of patients and to keep them entertained the clinic has sedation CDs and internet access in the rooms and an option to watch DVDs.

As to the most sought after treatment by patients, the doctor says“ We get a lot of patients that are interested in veneers because they are the most conservative. We don’t have to reduce as much on the tooth, and it is a more ideal smile within about two weeks.” Giving some sound advice he says,“ We advise our patient to visit us at least every six months to maintain good bone health that is the foundation of the teeth and for preventive checks and cleaning. Infants should see a dentist at 12 months of age.”

It is common knowledge that a visit to the dentist burns a big hole in the pocket specially for those who have no insurance coverage. But Dr. Patel gives this assurance,“ Don’t let not having insurance keep you for coming to see the dentist. We have many interest free financing options with no money down for patients with or without insurance.”

Dr. Patel graduated from UOP San Francisco Dean’s Honor, where he specialized in full mouth reconstruction and patient care along with surgical experience in implantology . He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Academy of Implantology and the American Academy of General Dentistry. The reason he was so interested in dentistry he says is because he likes working with his hands and loves helping people be more confident in their everyday life. As for the success of Dental 2000 he figures it’s “ because we try to explain to the patient the best option for their particular situation and attempt to educate them the best we can.”

Future plans for Dental 2000 involve aiming at steady growth and keeping up with the latest technology. Says the doctor, “Eventually we aim at expanding to different areas and of course, we will always keep trying to make visits to the dental office less fearful.”