Texoma Living Well Magazine November/December 2018 | Page 23

Sam J. Nechamkin, DDS, MS Dr. Sam J. Nechamkin (Dr. Sam) earned his doctorate degree at Baylor College of Dentistry and completed his Periodontics and Dental Implants specialty training at The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. I All on Four Dentures f you are needing a smile makeover and prefer immediate results, the All on Four denture is an excellent option. The teeth are extracted, 2 to 4 implants per jaw are placed and the denture is tightened on the implants all at one procedure. The All on Four is a minimally invasive solution for a full arch restoration with natural feeling and looking results. As with any treatment in our practice, every treatment plan is customized for each individual person’s needs and the desired results. Dr. Sam practices all fields of gener- al dentistry and is a board-certified specialist in the field of periodon- tics,(foundation of teeth). He has re- ceived extensive training in dental implants and sedation dentistry. Dr. Sam has been distinguished as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. A Diplomate “is a periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty. “ Less than 35% of periodontists in the world hold the Diplomate status; Dr. Sam is the only Sherman dentist distinguished as a Diplomate in Periodontology. Scott D. Schwalm, DDS Dr Schwalm attended Illinois Wes- leyan University for a BA in Biology and continued his education at the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Prior to moving to North Texas, Dr. Schwalm had an extreme- ly successful and state-of-the-art pri- vate practice in Bellevue, WA for 14 years. Dr. Schwalm brings experience and his consistent pursuit of excellence for a wide variety of procedures. He loves the ability to take care of his patients from start to finish in the comfort of one office. When needed, he is also a stellar quarter- back coordinating specialists and follow-up care, all in the interest of his patients. Dr. Sam's office staff. Recently Scott, and wife Dawna, collaborated with shark biologists at Guadalupe Island, Mexico studying mega great whites who frequent the island each year. They plan on travelling back this year to continue the work to understand these amazing creatures. 1005 E. Sara Swamy Sherman, TX 75090 903-868-9850 drsamcan.com