In an era where dental care often remains clinical and transactional, Dr. David Studt has spent over two decades redefining what patients can expect from their dental experience. His approach to cosmetic dentistry, particularly with implants and full-mouth rehabilitations, goes far beyond merely fixing what's broken.
"The end goal is always to restore something that looks like it grew there," Dr. Studt explains. "You don't want to put a restoration in and say, 'Hey, nice tooth.' You want it to look like it grew there naturally."
This philosophy guides every aspect of his practice, which has been serving the community for more than 40 years. However, achieving natural-looking results requires more than technical skill – it demands a comprehensive approach that considers the entire oral system.
"Many times patients will come in with something busted. We need to fix it, but before we fix it, we need to figure out or diagnose why the tooth broke in the first place. That often leads to a conversation about what’s going on with the rest of their bite" he says. "If their bite's off and they've chipped and broken other teeth, or they've got TMJ issues, you've got to take ten steps back and get a bird's eye view. And after a thorough examination and gathering necessary records, we can address their needs more accurately."
Walking into Dr. Studt's office, patients immediately notice the difference. Rather than heading straight to a treatment room, first-time visitors are welcomed into a consultation room to discuss their goals and concerns in a comfortable environment.
"When you close that door, many patients relax and begin to open up and share their concerns, weighted blankets, protective eyewear, and entertainment options to help patients relax during procedures. But comfort extends beyond physical considerations.”
"Patient autonomy is extremely important," he emphasizes. "They need to know that they've got an active voice in the care that they're receiving." This commitment to co-diagnosis ensures patients have all the information they need to make informed decisions about their treatment.
His practice also extensively uses dental photography – allowing patients to see exactly what the dentist sees. This visual communication often reveals issues patients weren't aware of and facilitates more honest conversations about their desired outcomes.
Perhaps most surprising to new patients is the practice's commitment to monitoring overall health. "We take a blood pressure reading on all of our patients," Dr. Studt shares. "Patients go to their dentist more often than they go to their general physician.
Dr. Studt's team prioritizes patient comfort through thoughtful amenities like weighted blankets, protective eyewear and entertainment options to help patients relax during procedures. But, comfort extends beyond physical considerations.
For complex cases like full-mouth rehabilitations, Dr. Studt follows a meticulous protocol that eliminates guesswork. "The two main things we highly focus on are a trial bite and a trial smile," he explains. This allows patients to experience their new bite position and cosmetic changes before any permanent work begins.
What truly sets Dr. Studt apart is his dedication to continuous learning. While the average dentist completes 15-20 hours of continuing education annually, he takes 80-100 hours each year. He describes himself and his team as "extreme dental junkies" who regularly seek out top experts in specialized procedures.
"We don't just learn something and then say, 'Okay, I know it all,' because you can't know everything," he reflects. "You need to be a lifelong learner."
This commitment to education, combined with technological advancement and genuine patient connection, enables Dr. Studt to help patients achieve not just oral health, but overall wellbeing. In his practice, dentistry isn't just about fixing teeth, it's about seeing the whole person and creating solutions that enhance both function and aesthetics in harmony.
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