David Letterman needed CEREC. Do you?

We hope you're having a wonderful weekend! A few days ago, our staff at Lifetime Smiles came across a great video with comedy great David Letterman discussing his experience with a dentist. In this short clip, Letterman jokes about his frustration with his dentist and the hole in his mouth "the size of an above-ground pool." The video shows exactly why CEREC single-visit restoration is the way to go. Had Letterman used CEREC, he would have saved himself time ... and pain!

CEREC is a technology for restoring damaged teeth, and can be completed in a single visit to Lifetime Smiles. The treatment makes your teeth stronger and more beautiful — all while keeping your teeth looking natural. The restoration is metal-free and the high-grade ceramic material is compatible with the natural tissue found in your mouth. This is the finest restorative material available today, all in one appointment at our convenient Escondido office.

To learn more about CEREC, feel free to give us a call at (760) 747-1811! We hope you enjoyed this clip! Letterman at his best!

Staff Spotlight: Tammy at Lifetime Smiles

Everyone LOVES our patient coordinator, Tammy Frankovich! She has been with Lifetime Smiles for 16 years (pretty good, considering that she is only 25!). Tammy lives in Valley Center and has two children, Brooke, 19 and JD, 16. She loves to ride motorcycles and off-road vehicles. You will see her smiling face at the front desk next time you come to Lifetime Smiles!

Five reasons to visit Lifetime Smiles this summer!

Great dental care starts the moment you enter our friendly Escondido office. There are plenty of reasons to visit Dr. McDonald or Dr. Prais this summer for a checkup or cleaning. Here are five!

1. Cold Water or Juice (or gourmet coffee)

2. The Very Latest Magazines

3. Current Movie Choices

4. Fun In The Sun Price Advantage

5. The best dental staff in California, no wait- The United States, no Wait! The Whole World!

We also offer our patients headphones, hand-made soaps, lotion and warm towels. And, if it's your birthday month, we have a Birthday Wheel, where patients spin the wheel and win a prize! Please give us a call at (760) 747-1811 to schedule a summer visit!

Smile! It's National Smile Week!

National Smile Week is here, and at Lifetime Smiles, that means the perfect opportunity to enjoy spontaneous moments of silliness all week long. Here are three ways you can enjoy National Smile Week.

• Smile at people you come across throughout the week, whether you know them or not. Smiles are contagious, and are a good thing to give and to get. In addition, smiling can actually help you live longer, according to one recent study!

• Stick a love note, funny poem, or a cartoon into your child's lunch sack or your husband’s pocket or briefcase – anywhere where they will find it during the day, read it and smile.

• Practice random acts of generosity while at work – whether it’s a small anonymous gift on a coworker's desk, ordering flowers to your spouse or taking a loved one or coworker out for lunch.

And remember, coming in for regular cleanings and checkups with Dr. McDonald or Dr. Prais helps you perfect that smile.

Summer specials at Lifetime Smiles!

For the months of July and August only, we are offering 10% off of the fee that you would pay for fillings or crowns. Call us at 760-747-1811 to schedule your appointment. We have a limited amount of appointments available, so call today. Mention this ad and take advantage of this online special!

August Featured Patient Review for Lifetime Smiles

“Thank You, Thank You for making an 80 year old great grandmother feel good about fulfilling a dream of many years. When I asked you, “is it was foolish for someone my age to want to straighten their teeth using the Invisalign method?” you said you thought it was “great.” You even said you wanted to be like me when you’re 80. I can’t tell you how proud that makes me feel. I don’t know if you have others, but my four-generation-family all think you and your staff are great. You keep us all smiling.

~Nita C. and all of the four-generation family

THANK YOU for writing in, Nita! We hope you're having a great summer!