If you’re familiar with Simon Sinek- either his books or TED talks, you may have heard of his concept of starting with why. Our why is what drives us, what motivates us, the reason we want to get out of bed every morning, and what gives us purpose. ‍Dentistry is not a why- it is only a what. What we do. Our why is something completely different- what sets us apart and what sets the tone for who we are and why we do what we do.

“To boost the confidence and self-esteem of every patient so that they can live their fullest potential."

That is our why. We are an office dedicated to your success as a person- not just the health of your teeth and gums. We want to see you thriving and smiling and living your life’s fullest potential. That is the reason for our office’s existence for nearly 40 years. We do incredible dentistry- but our goal is to make sure we are allowing our patients to live their best lives.

Living with cosmetic issues or dental pain is a serious barrier to thriving. Being embarrassed to smile due to the appearance of your teeth or not being able to enjoy your favorite foods is no way to live. Nothing gives us greater satisfaction than improving your health and smile. Restoring your mouth and giving you life changing dentistry is what fulfills us and gives us meaning- and we want nothing more than to help keep you smiling. Modern dentistry is remarkable because we have options that just didn’t exist many years ago. Minimally invasive cosmetic treatments like bleaching, bonding, veneers or Invisalign can completely change your image- how you see the world and the confidence in which you meet the world with. Dental implants or implant dentures can do the very same thing. They can allow you to regain your chewing abilities, to eat your favorite foods once again, or to not worry about using messy denture cream or if your dentures will come out.

Our office focuses on those issues as well as keeping your mouth healthy through preventive care so that you can keep your smile as bright as when your teeth first erupted! While we get great joy from restoring a smile, we get just as much when we see you routinely and we only get to give you good news! That is the first thing that sets us apart. We are invested in you, our relationships, and your success. It all starts with our WHY.

Limberakis Family Dentistry has always strived to be on the cutting edge of dentistry as long as we’ve been in existence. It’s part of our office philosophy. We combine the tried and true with the latest and greatest. Here are a few things you will find in our office:

CEREC Digital Scanning and Milling:

This 3D scanner allows us to take digital impressions of your teeth. Most often we use this for single crowns, but are also able to utilize it for Invisalign trays, inlays, onlays, and implants. The 3D scan is only half of the process though. We also have a milling unit that can mill a single crown in 7 minutes! This allows you to have a crown completed in a single visit. We don’t use this for every case, as there are scenarios when we prefer a laboratory technician complete the case, but it is truly amazing technology!

Digital Radiographs:

These are not new to the scene, but since many offices still utilize printed x-rays we feel the need to mention it. We have had digital x-rays in our office for over 10 years! What makes these so great is that not only is it faster, more convenient, and more comfortable, but it also reduces the amount of radiation needed for an x-ray by as much as 90% compared to traditional x-rays.

Digital Smile Design:

Dentistry is experiencing a revolution in digital technology. One of the ways we have adapted is by bringing in advanced software that will allow us to digitally design your ideal smile! Using your photos and an incredibly powerful app, we can show you what your ideal smile can look like without every taking an impression or using a handpiece. It's like taking a test drive of your smile. Best of all- we will do this complimentary for you. Ask for Dr. Jonathan to show you how this process works!

DryShield and ReLeaf:

Our office utilizes two forms of intraoral high speed suctioning. Why is this important? Well, for one it makes your experience more comfortable. The Dryshield combines moisture control with airway safety, so that nothing from inside your tooth goes into your throat during the procedure. The ReLeaf system minimizes aerosols during your cleanings and keeps your comfortable and dry so that you don’t need to stop and start to suction throughout the procedure- it’s done automatically!

Invisalign Clear Orthodontic Aligners:

Dr. Cary and Dr. Jonathan have been integrate orthodontics into their practice in order to help our patients achieve their ideal health and dental esthetics. Often, through clear aligners, like Invisalign, we are able to complete a more conservative treatment but maximize the outcome of your smile.  Both doctors are happy to review the process with you and makes it as simple and easy as possible to get your ideal smile.

A digital scan and a few photographs are all you need to get started! Then we can bring your plan to life and you can see it all unfold on the screen digitally- so you know what your end result will look like! The practice utilizes the newest iTero intraoral scanner- which completely maps out and digitizes the patient's teeth. That information is stored in the cloud and can always be accessed by the doctors. It allows patients to literally see inside their mouths in a way never before possible. It also allows their scan to be sent instantaneously to Invisalign which allows us to plan their treatment the very same day!

Latest Implant Technology:

We utilize the most modern dental implant technology in order to safely place and restore your dental implants. While implants have been around for nearly 30 years, the technology has changed rapidly. That's why we utilize a system that has a proven track record of success for bone to implant integration and long term success. We also utilize CBCT cone beam technology and surgical guides to allow us to place implants precisely where there will be most successful and safest for you!

Cone Beam 3-D Digital Imaging:

Our office utilizes the state-of-the-art Sirona Orthophos S11 CBCT scanner. 3D allows us to visualize so much more and overcomes the limitations of traditional 2D radiographs. This technology allows us to look at your smile 360 degrees around each tooth- uncovering information that we previously would not have been able to ascertain. What does this mean for you? We can complete our procedures with more accuracy and give more better information than ever before! That means before an implant is ever placed, we can digitally plan it with total accuracy to position it in the best possible location.

Intraoral and Extraoral Photographs:

We want you to see what we see! It’s as simple as that. We utilize the Mouthwatch intraoral cameras to show you anything we find concerning in your mouth. This might be inflammation of the gums, cracks in teeth, leaking fillings, or cavities. We know you can trust us, but it doesn’t hurt to see it with your own two eyes. For cosmetic procedures, we utilize a Nikon D3400 camera with a lens and flash system specifically calibrated for dentistry. So when we have to communicate shade and information to a lab- they are getting an incredibly high quality photograph to create the best possible match.

Spear Education Chairside Patient Videos:

Everyone learns differently. Some of us need a combination of visuals, reading, and verbal communication to fully grasp a concept. So, if there’s a complicated topic to discuss all we need to do is pull up a high quality video to explain it in a different way that may work better for you. These videos can also be e-mailed to you for your review whenever you would like. They help break down new advanced concepts into easy to digest information.

Advanced Endodontic Instruments:

Without boring you, we utilize some incredible technology to diagnose, perform, and complete root canal procedures. This involves digital sensors to determine the true length of a canal, cordless reciprocating rotary files for quick and complete cleansing of a tooth, and warm condensation techniques for fully sealing a canal.

One of the best parts about our office is that you will see the same smiling faces for years and years. We have an office culture that keeps our team around! Most of our staff has been here for 15+ years, and some, such as our fantastic office manager, Joanne, and our EFDA, Eileen, have been with us for 30 years! Our team of hygienists and assistants are highly trained and skilled and routinely exceed the number of continuing education hours needed for licensure. Check out their bios in the Meet Our Team section.