Our Philosophy Report
Toward a Philosophy of Practice and Dental Care

Not all dentists are alike! They have different skills, different training, different technology, and different philosophies.

Likewise … All patients are not alike! They have different wants, needs, fears, and values.

Our office places emphasis on understanding you, in overcoming the obstacles in your way, in creating a customized plan for wellness, and in creating an outcome you can smile about for years. We know that trust, rapport and peace-of-mind are priceless. So …

…first we listen! We’ll hear your concerns and fears, and your needs and wants. We’ll learn of your values – the important things which drive your decisions to be healthy, attractive, productive and confident.

We believe that beauty is more than skin deep! We believe that you smile with your soul, not just with your teeth. Increased self-confidence, good health, and a radiant smile is hard to miss - difficult to ignore. Stylish clothing may come and go, but your smile is one accessory you will never take off. A beautiful smile is never forgotten!

We specialize in helping those who want teeth for a lifetime - in staying free from disease and disability, and in looking and projecting their best. We change lives daily by helping you create health, vitality, and peace-of-mind that evokes trust and self-confidence. And of course, the results do look fine!

We know that health care often places a strain on the budget. Who plans for a heart attack, or a broken leg, or a broken tooth? That’s why we offer an affordable treatment plan to help you maintain your dignity in both appearance and financial standing.

We believe that proper and advanced training is a desirable thing. Dr. Ostler has had the privilege of being a clinical instructor at the world’s most prestigious center for advanced dental learning, the Las Vegas Institute, and at the Baylor University and University of Kentucky department of continuing education cosmetic continuums for post-graduate education. LVI graduates practice a unique brand of cosmetic and neuromuscular dentistry that is changing lives daily. (www.lvidocs.com).

Prompt comfortable treatment, predictable radiant smiles, and a respectful staff who honors your time – simple everyday expectations. When it comes to modern cosmetic treatment - we are the center in our region for aesthetic dentistry.

Today more than ever, the choice of a dentist for you and your family is a critical decision that should be made with the utmost care. So how do you choose a dentist? There is more to selecting a good dentist than simply throwing a dart at a listing. The truth is that there are a number of factors that must be considered in making the right choice for the right dentist.

Just like in choosing other professional services, many things influence the quality of this decision for you. Not the least of these is the philosophy and beliefs of both the dentist and the person seeking care. For example: Do you deal with problems as they arise (“disease medicine), or do you seek to prevent problems before they arise? Is it more important to get the cheapest dentistry, or is your smile and dental health important enough to seek higher levels of complete care?

When it comes to dentistry, as you look in the Yellow Pages you will find that every dentist claims to be a cosmetic dentist. There has been such an influx of “cosmetic dentists” that anymore, being a “cosmetic dentist” is cliché – even (yawn) passé! Why? Because these days, any dentist who does teeth whitening or white fillings can claim to be a cosmetic dentist!

Choosing the right dentist for you, one with substantial experience in complex cases, extensive hands-on training, a background in teaching other dentists the latest and the best, and who has a gentle approach that compliments your needs and wants, is critical to achieving the most successful outcome - your radiant confident new smile. Educated and discerning people realize that cosmetic dentistry properly done, is complex and precise and will dramatically affect their lives for years to come.

At the Center for Dental Health, we are indeed changing lives daily, one healthy bright confident smile at a time!