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Don’t Overlook Your Dental Health, Your Smile Is Important!

Jul 2nd, 2025

Smiles Are Everywhere—and They Matter

Think about how many times you smile each day, or see someone else smile. Smiles are everywhere—on people, billboards, and even pets! The truth is, our teeth and how they look can influence our jobs, social lives, and how others perceive us.

Why Your Smile Shapes First Impressions

According to research by market research firm Kelton Research, “nearly 73% of Americans would be more likely to trust someone with a nice smile than someone with a good job, outfit, or car.” First impressions really count, and the way people judge you initially can have a big impact on how you are treated. Since people form judgments so quickly, we need to be ready to show the best version of ourselves—including a bright, confident smile.

Options to Improve Your Smile

Keeping up with brushing and regular dental visits is essential. But if you’re unhappy with your teeth or smile, talk to your dentist about your options. Thanks to advancements like Invisalign, whitening treatments, dental implants, veneers, and more, there are many ways to improve your smile and boost your confidence.

Dental Health and Overall Wellness

Additionally, maintaining your smile and dental health can improve your overall health. California dentist Dr. Kelly Smudde says, “Poor dental health can be linked to heart disease, diabetes, and possible stroke.”

Take Action to Protect Your Smile and Health

If neglecting your dental health can lead to these serious issues, take action now. Improve your smile, protect your health, and let your confidence soar!

Ready to improve your smile and your health? Schedule an appointment with our dental team today and take the first step toward lasting confidence.

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Our 5 Year Warranty

Anyone can train to be a technician, but few have the talent to become an artist. That’s why Dr. Mathew is able to guarantee his cosmetic dentistry work for a full 5 years. If anything goes wrong with the work, Dr. Mathew will fix it free of charge, as long as you continue with your regular 6 month preventative care cleaning and check up for the duration of the warranty.

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Our individualized treatment rooms and operatories provide patients with maximum privacy and comfort. The treatment rooms were built specifically with your comfort in mind.

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Here at Paul Mathew, D.D.S. we work diligently to protect our patients' privacy. Requesting an appointment via our Internet portal is considered part of what the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has identified as electronically protected healthcare information or ePHI. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, there are people or entities that may attempt to intercept the data you transmit to us. By checking the "I agree" box, and electronically making an appointment request, you acknowledge that you are making an appointment over the internet and that Paul Mathew, D.D.S. will keep this information confidential but cannot guarantee that others, outside of our practice, may illegally intercept this communication. By accepting these terms and conditions and sending this request via our Internet portal, you accept the inherent risk(s) associated with making this request for an appointment. If you do not accept the terms and conditions, you are always welcome to contact our office via telephone to schedule your appointment.

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