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Have you heard the catchy singing commercial that describes Delmarva Dental Services as “Your One-Stop Dental Shop”? Recently, Dr. Joe Harmon, business assistant Diane College, and hygienist Dorothy Page explained in detail many of the outstanding benefits and innovative practices that make DDS the ideal dental office for everyone in your family. Here, in summary, are the top ten reasons why you should visit DDS for all your dental care.
1. Exceptional people.
You’ll be greeted by a superb staff of warm, caring professionals. The doctors, hygienists, and other professionals at Delmarva Dental Services understand that caring and friendliness go a long way toward providing you with a pleasant and satisfying experience. “We work hard to find employees who are warm and friendly,” said Dr. Harmon. In fact, DDS selects its staff using the Myers-Briggs personality test, which suggests whether a person is well suited to excel in a particular position, whether it’s arranging financing, helping you relax, or educating you about your treatment options. When you visit DDS, you’ll receive superior care from exceptional people.

2. Extended evening and weekend hours.
See a doctor sooner, at a time that is convenient for you. When you phone for an appointment, you can expect to see a doctor quickly, perhaps even on the same day if you have a dental emergency. At DDS, four doctors and eight hygienists serve you according to your schedule. On most days, Delmarva Dental Services is open from 7:30 a.m.  until 8:00 p.m. On Saturdays,  doctors and staff are ready to serve you until 2 p.m. And because there are always multiple doctors and hygienists working at DDS, you may be able to schedule simultaneous appointments for several members of your family.

Below: Hygienist Dorothy Page puts each patient at ease. On the flatscreen monitor, patients can view TV, movies, x-rays, or even live intra-oral photos from the tiny camera that magnifies images from their mouth!

3. DDS offers a broader range of services.
Many dental offices practice only general dentistry. Delmarva Dental Services provides a full range of  care to patients of every age. Braces (including Invisalign), dentures, cosmetic dentistry, implant surgery, and root canals are all available at DDS. So, not only will you conveniently receive all your care at one familiar office, you’ll also enjoy the opportunity to choose among treatment methods. Imagine, for instance, that you are looking for ways to improve  your smile. At other dental offices, the doctor may offer only one form of treatment – for example, braces. At the “One-Stop Dental Shop,” you can select from multiple treatment possibilities.
4. A passion for innovation and research. 
The forward-thinking dentists at DDS never rest in their efforts to find new and better ways to care for your teeth. For example, recently the doctors began offering their patients two revolutionary lozenge products called EvoraPro and EvoraKids. By simply sucking on these flavored mints before going to sleep, patients can increase the ratio of cavity-fighting bacteria in their mouths. The result: a dramatic decrease in tooth decay among many users, including older seniors who may have difficulty brushing and flossing. Not every dental office offers EvoraPro and EvoraKids; to learn more, ask a dentist at Delmarva Dental Services.
5. Amazing technology.
Cosmetic imaging, CBCT three-dimensional X-rays, and other modern miracles help doctors provide state-of-the-art care.
Imagine a small intra-oral camera that magnifies an image of your tooth hundreds of times, enabling  your doctor to detect tiny pre-cavities that are treatable without drilling. Imagine a computer that can show you what your new smile will look like before you begin a cosmetic makeover. Imagine a machine that can display 3-D X-ray images of your teeth and jaw, greatly aiding a doctor who is preparing to perform implant surgery, a root canal, or an extraction. All of these miraculous machines promote state-of-the-art care at Delmarva Dental Services. 
Another of DDS’s recent innovations is a unique articulating arm which suspends a large computer screen at various angles so that seated or reclined patients can watch cable TV, dental  videos, or – even more remarkably – images of their own teeth as the doctor explains his or her diagnosis and procedures. Additionally, doctors can use the camera and computer to photograph and save enlarged images of your teeth for progressive monitoring during future visits. According to Dr. Harmon, this is a huge step beyond the traditional method of describing a tooth’s condition in simple sentences.
6. Special care for apprehensive patients.
You can relax, thanks to DDS’s “anti-anxiety options.” By providing soothing options such as sleeping pills, tranquilizers, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), or music and cable television, the doctors at DDS will help you relax so that you can receive the care you need. Before you even schedule your appointment, you can share your concerns by completing an anxiety questionnaire on the DDS Web site (DelmarvaDentalServices.com).
Later, when you arrive at the office, your doctor will discuss your survey answers and help you select an anti-anxiety service that will relieve your tension and help you feel relaxed and comfortable.

7. A focus on patient education.
DDS’s easy-to-read website provides you with smile-saving information before and after your doctor visit. Would you like to learn about the best ways to clean your teeth? Are you interested in knowing which foods and drinks do the most harm to your teeth? Do you want to learn more about dental implants or cosmetic surgery? These topics and dozens more are addressed in clear, easy-to-understand articles (many written by Harmon and College) at DelmarvaDentalServices.com.
8. Money-saving discounts.
DDS offers limited-time savings on selected services. Through January 2012, new patients can save  $100 off the price of an initial comprehensive exam, and all patients can save 10% on cosmetic dentistry and $200 on crowns, bridges, and implants. Discounts change over time, so check the website periodically for new offers. 
9. Interest-free financing.
There’s no reason to delay your dental care. DDS can help you apply for interest-free financing with terms of three, six, 12, or 18 months. 
10. Headache-free insurance processing.
Relax. The professionals at Delmarva Dental Services will do all the paperwork for you. And DDS works with over 2,700 insurance plans.

Delmarva Dental Services, 1310 Belmont Avenue, Ste. 301, W. Salisbury, Md., (near Civic Ave., just north of Route 50), 410-742-3000,  DelmarvaDentalServices.com

Top 10 Reasons to Visit

Top: Patients enjoy state-of-the-art technologies and expert care with Doctors Joseph P. Harmon, D.D.S.; Robert G. Esham, D.D.S.;
Raymond T. Makowske, D.D.S; Janet O. Cypher, D.D.S. (front)

Middle: Hope Hurley (in chair), Shelia Uncapher (standing) and Kim Hudson (with camera) learning a new way to take better photos to improve patient care and education.

Below: Diane College artfully transforms patient photos with smile imaging software, to show patients how great their potential new smile could look

Open extended hours to serve your entire family . . .
Mon. - Thurs., 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Fri., 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sat., 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

*To benefit from the many services offered by DDS, phone today to schedule an initial examination with one of their outstanding dentists: Dr. Robert Esham, Dr. Joseph Harmon, Dr. Raymond Makowske or Dr. Janet Cypher.

Written By: John Rankin

 

Delmarva Dental Services

Your friendly “One-Stop Dental Shop” in Salisbury