Draper Dentist - Draper Smiles - Cosmetic, Implant, General Dentistry for Draper, Utah

Smile and relax. You are in good hands as a patient of Draper Smiles. Center for Cosmetic, Implant and General Dentistry

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Cosmetic, Implant, Restorative, and General Wellness Dentistry by Fernando Pessoa, DDS.

It's recently been reported by the Center for Disease Control* (CDC) that almost 50 percent of American adults have delayed his or her dental care for more than one year. Reasons for dental care delay can range from fear of dental pain, cost of procedures, and/or embarrassment of oral health. At Draper Smiles, you can put your worries and fears aside. As a patient of Dr. Fernando Pessoa, you can rest assured that the care you receive is streamlined with today's most technologically advanced dental care procedures. Dr. Pessoa proudly offers advanced dental care at affordable pricing with multiple payment solutions. This allows you to have the smile you always wanted, but within your budget.

Actual work by Dr. Fernando Pessoa Click on the image below to go the makeover page.

In addition to general dentistry, Dr. Pessoa is an artist in cosmetic, implant, and restorative dentistry. Known for staying on the cutting-edge of all the latest dental technologies, Dr. Pessoa offers a wide arrange of dental services, including

Dental Implants and Implant-Supported Dentures
Digital X-Rays
Intraoral Camera
IV Sedation Dentistry
Soft-tissue Laser Dentistry (Gum Lift)
Cosmetic Porcelain Veneers
Invisalign (clear alternative to braces)
And much more!

Visit the Dental Services pages for full descriptions of what Draper Smiles can do for you! Call 801-571-6541 to schedule your next checkup. Don't forget to Smile! You are a patient of Draper Smiles. Click Here to see Dr. Pessoa's Before and After Photos Book: BEFORE AND AFTER BOOK Are you a patient of Fernando Pessoa, DDS and Draper Smiles? Write a review so others can know about Draper Smiles! Click here to be taken to our Google Local Business listing to write a review. Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County. *Reference: http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hus/hus08.pdf#highlights

ZOOM! Whitening $149 (Over 1,000 ZOOMs performed at Draper Smiles)

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Regurlay $420---- Limited time Offer $149!

Do you have a special event to attend and need a bright, white smile FAST? Do you have a hard time wearing bleach-trays? Other over-the-counter products don’t work very well for you? ZOOM! may be a great option for you. ZOOM! is a great way of feeling good, looking great with brighter, whiter teeth in less than one hour. ZOOM! teeth whitening is safe, effective, and very fast, and performed only by a dental professional.

Call our office today for a bright and white smile! There are many questions regarding the ZOOM! process and procedures. Below is a list of common questions:

What is Zoom! tooth whitening? Zoom! is a bleaching process that lightens discoloration of enamel and dentin. You may have seen the Zoom! process used by me on ABC’s Extreme Makeover.

How long does Zoom! Chairside Whitening take? The complete procedure takes less than an hour. The procedure begins with a preparation period followed as little as by 45 minutes of bleaching. A cleaning is recommended prior to the actual Zoom! whitening session to achieve the best results. We can usually perform both procedures on the same day if you so desire. Please speak to our receptionist, Tina, and she will help you.
How does the Zoom! in-office system work? The Zoom! light activated whitening gel's active ingredient is Hydrogen Peroxide. As the Hydrogen Peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching colored substances while the structure of the tooth is unchanged.The Zoom! light aids in activating the hydrogen peroxide and helps it penetrate the surface of the tooth. A study has shown that use of the Zoom! lamp increases the effectiveness of the Zoom! gel by 26% or more, giving an average improvement of up to eight shades.

What will I experience during the Zoom! in-office Procedure? During the procedure, patients may comfortably watch television or listen to music. Individuals with a strong gag reflex or anxiety may have difficulty undergoing the entire procedure.
How long do the results last? By following some simple post whitening care instructions, your teeth will always be lighter than they were before. To keep your teeth looking their best, we recommend flossing, brushing twice daily, and occasional touch-ups with Zoom! Weekender or Nite White gel. These are professional formula products designed specifically to keep your teeth their brightest. They are available only through your dental professional.
Are there any side effects? Sensitivity during the treatment may occur with some patients. The Zoom! light generates minimal heat which is the usual source of discomfort. On rare occasions, minor tingling sensations are experienced immediately after the procedure, but always dissipate. You can also ask your dentist to supply you with anti-sensitivity toothpaste for use prior to treatment.
What causes tooth discoloration? There are many causes. The most common include aging and consumption of staining substances such as coffee, tea, colas, tobacco, red wine, etc. During tooth formation, consumption of tetracycline, certain antibiotics or excessive fluoride may also cause tooth discoloration.
Do many people whiten their teeth? More people than you might imagine. A bright sparkling smile can make a big difference for everyone. The Zoom! Chairside Whitening System makes it easier and faster than ever before.
Who may benefit from tooth whitening? Almost anyone. However, treatment may not be as effective for some as it is for others. Your dental professional can determine if you are a viable candidate for this procedure through a thorough oral exam, including a shade assessment.
Is whitening safe? Yes. Extensive research and clinical studies indicate that whitening teeth under the supervision of a dentist is safe. In fact, many dentists consider whitening the safest cosmetic dental procedure available. As with any tooth whitening product, Zoom! is not recommended for children under 13 years of age and pregnant or nursing women.

Are you a patient of Fernando Pessoa, DDS and Draper Smiles? Write a review so others can know about Draper Smiles! Click here to be taken to our Google Local Business listing to write a review. Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Dental Services provided

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Draper Smiles specializes in three areas of dentistry. Click on the images below for more information.


Some services include: Dental Implants and Implant-Supported Dentures Digital X-Rays Intraoral Camera Sedation Dentistry Soft-tissue Laser Dentistry (Gum-Lift)	Professional Whitening ZOOM Whitening Cosmetic Porcelian Veneers Smile Makeovers Invisalign	Porcelain Crowns and Veneers Smile Design Natural-colored Fillings and Veneers And more!

Multiple payment options are available for each patient. Please visit our payments page for more details.

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

About Dr. Pessoa

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Dr. Pessoa is known for his caring, conservative and preventive approach to dentistry. He is an artist in the field of Cosmetic and Implant dentistry and has been the recipient of many honors and achievements throughout his dental career, including:

American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry - Award of Merit
The American Academy of Implant Dentistry - For Outstanding Achievement in Implant Dentistry
The International Congress of Oral Implantologists- achievement award
Herbert K. Yee - Scholarship Award
1st Place- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry- Excellence in Cosmetic Dentistry National Case Competition
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society member; National Academic Honors (top 5% of class)
OKU Honor Society member; National Dental Honorary (top 12% of class)
Dean’s Award- for 3rd Highest Scholarship in class

Dr. Pessoa is a graduate of the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, California. He also graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University, where he was a member of the two-time National Championship Volleyball team in 2001 and 2004. In 2004, He was named 1st Team All-America in Volleyball in 2004. Click here to see Dr. Pessoa's BYU profile He currently resides in nearby Draper with his wife, former Megan Shupe, and his three daughters, Kate, Jane, and Lucy Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Before and After Photos

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Dr. Pessoa's passion is Cosmetic and Implant rehabilitation. Below are a few exciting sample images of the work that Dr. Pessoa has completed for previous patients. (All photos were taken by Dr. Pessoa!) If you are NOT HAPPY with your SMILE, Dr. Pessoa is the one who can help you. Call 801-571-6541 to schedule a FREE SMILE consultation. Click Here to see Dr. Pessoa's Before and After Photos Book: http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/1509316

Before	After (minimal preparation veneers)
Before	After (porcelain veneers)
Before (decay under old filling)	After (white filling)
Before	After (single tooth implant)
Before (missing tooth)	After (dental implant and porcelain crown)
Before	After
Before -Failing and Discolored Crowns	After (Cosmetic Porcelain Crowns)
Before-Uneven Gums, Fake-Looking Crowns	After-Esthetic Porcelain Crowns blending with natural teeth
Before-Worn Teeth due to Grinding	After-Full-Mouth Rehabilitation
Before-Failing Crowns and Fillings	After -Segmented Cosmetic Reconstruction (top teeth only)
Before-Bridge causing gum inflammation and poor esthetics	After- Porcelain Bridge blending with natural teeth.

If you are NOT HAPPY with your SMILE, Dr. Pessoa is the one who can help you. Call 801-571-6541 to schedule a FREE SMILE consultation. Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Coupons for Draper Smiles

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Click also here for our Draper Smiles GOOGLE Coupons

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Restorative Dentistry

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Today, your teeth really can last a lifetime! All it takes is a little care and a great dentist. For example, some of your dental work may be many decades old, greatly increasing the risk of decay setting in around the edges of old fillings or crowns. Upgrading to durable, white-composite fillings helps save teeth, and they look beautiful too.

Or, if you're missing a tooth, modern restorative implants look, feel, and function just like natural teeth. Give yourself a boost and consider restoring your smile at Draper Smiles.

Some examples of what Draper Smiles can do for you and your new smile are listed below. If you don't see the service you are looking for, please contact our office at 801-571-6541 for details.

Porcelain Crowns and Veneers
A porcelain restoration is a phenomenally aesthetic means to rebuild existing teeth that are either decayed, damaged, missing, discolored, chipped or uneven. The end result is a natural, beautiful smile and teeth that have been restored to their original strength, functionality and beauty.

Smile Design
The most comprehensive approach to achieve beautiful teeth and a radiant image is with smile design. This is a highly customized treatment plan that incorporates some of all of the most technologically advanced procedures available today--orthodontics, porcelain veneers, bonding, contouring and restorations. It also requires a blend of knowledge, expertise and a sense of aesthetics to create vibrant and beautiful new smiles.

Natural-colored Fillings and Restoration
Despite the fact that you may have had some tooth decay, it doesn't have to look like it when you open your mouth. One of the most basic and aesthetic procedures performed at Drapers Smiles is to fill cavities with long-lasting, tooth-colored materials in lieu of metal. Natural-colored fillings and restorations are inexpensive and are an excellent option for our patients.

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Cosmetic Dentistry

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We have all seen those "extreme makeover" television shows. The new smiles created are absolutely amazing. But what you see on TV only represents a faction of the cosmetic advancements that highly skilled, technologically savvy dentists provide today--far more comfortably and economically than ever before.

Are you happy with your smile?

If you could, is there something you would like to do to improve it?

Making your smile more attractive doesn't need to be an extreme process in pursuit of perfection. Sometimes just being comfortable and confident when it's time to smile is what cosmetic dentistry is all about.

Some examples of what Draper Smiles can do for you and your new smile are listed below. If you don't see the service you are looking for, please contact our office at 801-571-6541 for details.

Professional Whitening
While over-the-counter remedies are now readily available, dentist-supervised whitening treatments are still the best way to achieve the results you for discolored teeth. At Drapers Smiles we create custom dental trays and dispense highly effective gels that may be used at home.

ZOOM Whitening
Would you like to get faster whitening results? Do you have a wedding or special event that you would like your smile to look its best?

ZOOM is the answer. In one short session of ZOOM at our office, you can achieve maximum whitening results.

Minimal-Prep Veneers
This type of veneer is contact lens-thin, super translucent and requires little or no tooth reduction. The best part of having a dentist who is an expert at designing and placing them is that you can count on the results being absolutely beautiful.

Invisalign
This is an outstanding way to receive orthodontic treatment without having to wear traditional metal braces. The aligners we use are invisible, removable, comfortable and highly effective for straightening teeth.

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

General & Wellness Dentistry

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Preventative dentistry is the best dentistry. Regular checkups help ensure a lifetime of splendid oral health while early detection averts expensive major repairs. Sadly, oral cancer is the sixth most common cancer with the worst five-year survival rate, but it is readily diagnosed through regular check-ups. Mom was right...An ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure.

Some examples of what Draper Smiles can do for you are listed below. If you don't see the service you are looking for, please contact our office at 801-571-6541 for details.

Digital X-Rays
We use a technique called "digital radiography" which utilizes and electronic sensor (instead of X-ray film) to capture an electronic dental image. The imagery is available almost immediately and viewed on a nearby computer screen. One of the biggest benefits of this innovation is the substantial reduction in radiation exposure--up to 90% less, in comparison to traditional X-rays.

Intraoral Camera
With the use of a miniature camera that captures color images inside your mouth, you will see on an overhead monitor exactly what we are doing during an office visit. By being able to view the problems in your mouth, you can be more aware and involved in your treatment plan.

Sedation Dentistry
One of the most comforting options offered in our office is sedation. We induce a deeply relaxed state for patients who are going through major cosmetic or restorative dental procedures.

Soft-Tissue Laser Dentistry
With the use of laser technology, it's now easy to provide far more thorough dental care with greater comfort and precision. You can look forward to pleasant dental experiences at Draper smiles by spending less time in the chair and avoiding the typical surgical after effects, such as bleeding and discomfort associated with inflammation.

Dental Implants
Today, a revolutionary alternative to dentures is a dental implant. To fill the gap from a missing tooth, we sink a permanent anchor down into the gum and then securely place a beautiful replica (a crown) of the original tooth on top.

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Forms of Payments

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Forms of payment:
You may choose from a variety of ways to make a payment to facilitate access to the very best dental care available--cash, money orders, personal checks, Visa, MasterCard or Discover.

Interest FREE Financing:
Some of our patients opt to entirely finance their dental care or seek additional funds for treatments their dental insurance doesn't cover.
Some financial institutions we work closely with (CARE Credit and Chase Financing) offer short-term, INTEREST FREE financing (we pay the interest for you!).

We oftentimes secure approval for credit by making right on the computer. We will be happy to assist you in exploring these options. Our goal is to make it easier for you to achieve the smile and oral health you want and at the same time, be able to fit into your budget.

Dental insurance:
If you have dental insurance, we will assist you in maximizing your benefits by submitting a claim form to your carrier when you receive treatment. We will evaluate your insurance coverage, estimate your copayment and only ask you pay this portion toward your dental care fees at the time of service.

We will do a courtesy insurance evaluation on your behalf before you incur any charges.
We are preferred providers for ALL major insurances including:

-Delta Dental
-Select Health
-Blue Cross/ Blue Shield
-United Concordia
-Cigna
-Aetna
-Metife
-United Concordia
-Deseret Mutual (DMBA)
-GEHA (Connection Dental)
-Total Dental Administrators (TDA)
-Humana
-Connection Dental and MANY OTHERS...

Once again, we will make sure you have a complete knowledge of your insurance benefits before you incur any charges.

Prepay and Pay-in-Full Courtesy:
An excellent way to qualify for a 7% savings on your dental care is to prepay us for your treatment prior to your first visit. Call our office for more details: 801-571-6541.

Step-by-Step Financing
We at Draper Smiles understand that there are a variety of circumstances preclude some of our guests to achieving the smile and oral health they want as fast as they would desire.

We will work closely with you to sequence your treatment in smaller steps so you can achieve the final result you desire but in a way that you fit your budget the best way possible.

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Draper Smiles newsletters

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Past newsletters can be found below in .pdf format. Click on the month below to see a newsletter.

November 2009
December 2009
January 2010

Draper Smiles in the news

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Draper Smiles is proud to be a 2010 Miss Draper Pageant sponsor! Watch for exclusive coupons that will be available the night of the pageant, hosted at Summit Academy on Saturday evening, May 22. Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased at Draper City Hall.

Other recent news articles featuring Draper Smiles:

Deseret News
http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705339494/Dentist-offering-cash-for-Halloween-candy.html

Examiner.com
http://www.examiner.com/x-25511-Salt-Lake-City-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Halloween-candy-buyback

Patient Reviews

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Have you recently had work completed by Dr. Pessoa at Draper Smiles? Write a review so others can know about our services! Click here to be taken to our Google Local Business listing to write a review.

This is what previous patients have said about Draper Smiles:

"After my first consult with Dr. Pessoa, I knew I was in good hands. Dr. Pessoa took his time to listen to all my concerns and proposed a great care plan for my teeth. Six veneers and one dental implant later, I feel amazing!! I am always scared of the dental needle, but Dr. Pessoa was very gentle. I would recommend Draper Smiles to anyone. He really is the best dentist I have ever been to!!"
-Lanette Homer, South Jordan, Utah

"Dr. Pessoa is so gracious and kind. He is a perfectionist in what he does."
-Suzy T., Lehi, Utah

"I have had a fear of dental work since I was a child. However, my visit with Dr. Pessoa at Draper Smiles made me feel very secure and safe. He was very professional, and I'm very pleased with my dental work."
-Amie O., Salt Lake City, Utah

"Before Dr. Pessoa, I was embarrassed about my smile. I heard he specialized in cosmetic rehabilitation, so I met with him several months ago. Since that time, Dr. Pessoa has completely restored my mouth the the beautiful smile I had in my youth. Thank you, Dr. Pessoa."
-Eliane R, San Francisco, CA

"I always felt like I couldn't smile and laugh like most people, due to my embarrassment of my front teeth. One was broken, and another was discolored. Dr. Pessoa made my smile beautiful and bright again. I couldn't thank him enough."
-Roberto O., San Francisco, CA

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Contact Draper Smiles

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Draper Smiles is conveniently located on 12400 South (also known as Pioneer Road).

949 E. 12400 S. (Pioneer Road)
Suite #A-2
Draper, UT 84020-8200
(801) 571-6541

Emergency and After-Hours # (801) 921-9239

Serving all of Draper, Sandy, Riverton, South Jordan, West Jordan, Salt Lake, and Utah County

Current Events & Coupons

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Upcoming events at Draper Smiles:
Dentistry from the Heart
Valentines Day giveaway

Draper Smiles is pleased to offer up to $500 in Dental work to someone in need. If you know someone in desperate need of dental work, but may not have the money to visit a dentist, please send an email to info@drapersmiles.com.

Include the following in your nomination:

Your name, phone number
Who you are submitting for the dental giveaway, including a phone number
A brief story of why this person needs dental work, and what it will mean to him or her

All submissions must be received by February 28, 2010.