Everybody hates going to the dentist . From the teeth scraping to numerous x-rays , visiting a dentist can be an overwhelming and stressful experience . Well , prepare yourself for a different approach to dental care . At the McFadden Dental Implant Center , Dr . David McFadden is taking a dignified approach to dental treatment .

Dr . McFadden is a board certified Prosthodontist committed to giving DFW optimal dental health . But , what is a Prosthodontist ? Prosthodontics is one of nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association which focuses on the cosmetic and functional restoration of teeth for adult patients . You may be thinking , that sounds like a ‘ Cosmetic Dentist ’ or ‘ Implant Dentist ’. Wrong . Those terms are superficially generated by the dental community and are not specialties recognized by the ADA .

Prosthodontists undergo three additional years and thousands of hours of specialty training beyond that of a general or ‘ cosmetic ’ dentist . This time spent is dedicated to reconstructive dentistry , dental implants , veneers , crowns , bridges , dentures and partials , some TMJ ( Otherwise known as Temporomandibular disease which affects the muscles , joints and structures of the jaw ) treatment and other small areas of dental reconstruction that most people never need .

What makes Dr . McFadden a dignified dentist is his approach to patient care . It begins with a private consultation . The diagnosis is never delegated to an assistant , dental hygienist or office manager . Multiple consultations can be scheduled with no additional charge .

Next comes tailored treatment . There are no unnecessary tests , scans or referrals . Any treatment is based specifically on the patient ’ s needs .

The dignified approach also includes multiple solutions for your needs . Most patients leave with at least three options at three price points and they will be given the pros and cons of each solution .

Furthermore , the prosthodontist does all of the work . Dr . McFadden ’ s staff does not take on any expanded duty because many dental assistants only have a few weeks of formal training . He also handles everything in house , so his office can have complete control of the patient ’ s outcome .

The McFadden Dental Implant Center takes pride in running the practice on time . Their schedule is never overbooked , ensuring little or no wait time as well as plenty of room to consult with Dr . McFadden .

Bob , one of Dr . McFadden ’ s patients , had a bad problem of grinding his teeth and began to develop cavity problems . His original dentist gave him two options : dentures or redoing his entire mouth . He then visited Dr . McFadden and was given three pro-

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DIGNITY DENTAL Changing the perception of dental care .