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The goal of our office staff is to provide our patients with quality, respect, privacy and care that they deserve. Dr. Zarafonetis is a gentle and caring cosmetic dentist. All of our cosmetic procedures are advanced and refined. Visit our clean, contemporary and high-tech facility today! You will find the spa-like atmosphere very pleasant. Our friendly, professional staff will be happy to see you! Please take a minute to review our site and get to know us!

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Welcome !Office Hours:Mon-Thurs: 8-5pm Lunch: 1-2pmFri: Reception 8-12pm (NO APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE)On a regular basis, our practice uses advanced devices including:-Paraffin Wax Hand Treatments-Warm/cold Aromatherapy Neckpack-Apollo Plasma Curing Lights-ZOOM! One Hour Whitening System-KOR Whitening -ProphyJet Used For Cleanings-New ViziLite Cancer Screening-“The Wand” Anesthetic System

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Services

Cosmetic dentistry improves the appearance of our smiles by using the best materials and techniques a highly trained and skilled dental office can provide. Porcelain bonded veneers, all porcelain crowns, tooth whitening and composite fillings are the main ways to enhance one's smile. Even the smallest filling is done with the utmost care and technique.
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Composite Filling

Bonded composite fillings (tooth-colored) are the latest in dentistry today. They are strong, wear resistant and they are actually bonded to the teeth. Therefore, reinforcing teeth from the inside out. Amalgam fillings (metal) can actually warp over time and create a wedging force that increases the chance of tooth fractures. Even if the composite filling material was purple or green it would still be a better filling material than an Amalgam filling. Better appearance is an added bonus! We use the Apollo Plasma Curing Light which cures the fillings in one third of the normal curing light time. This helps make our composite procedures move swiftly and smoothly!

Amalgam Filling (Before)
Composite Filling (After)

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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers are thin shells of porcelain. They are similar to press on nails and only cover the outer surface of the teeth. Veneers are usually only one millimeter thick. However, the new ultrathin .3mm-.5mm veneers are also an option to certain candidates. Only one millimeter of tooth structure is removed so the teeth will not look thick when the veneers are bonded to the teeth. They are very strong and may be used to straighten teeth, close spaces, or even change the size, shape and shade of teeth!

Diastema (Before)
Porcelain Veneers (After)

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Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns are recommended when the teeth being restored are too damaged to use porcelain veneers for restoration. This damage may derive from decay or fractured, old fillings. In certain cases porcelain crowns may also be used to straighten teeth. The shape, shade and size of the teeth will be improved. Once bonded, porcelain crowns are very strong and lifelike. There is no discoloration at the gum line since the crowns have no metal in them to shine through. They look great on the front teeth but are strong enough to be used to restore any tooth in the mouth!

Aging Composite Fills (Before)
100% Porcelain Crowns (After)

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Whitening

We accomplish Tooth whitening in two ways. One is to make custom molds of each patient's individual teeth and provide them with a whitening gel to be used in the molds at home. We have 1/2 hour and 4 hour applications availible. This safe and proven method has worked well, and allows the patient to touch up the shade when they feel it is necessary. ZOOM! IS HERE!!! This is our other method of whitening and is done in our office. ZOOM! whitens teeth in one appointment. We still enhance ZOOM! with trays for the patient to take home. Teeth of a yellowish nature whiten quite well. Grayish and extremely dark teeth may improve, but they generally will not get into the white shade range.

Stained Teeth (Before)
Whitening (After)

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Are you at risk for oral cancer? Early detection means early treatment and better outcomes~When found early, oral cancer patients have a 90% survival rate.The new face of oral CancerMore people are being diagnosed with oral cancer than ever before. But surprisingly, research shows this increase is not due to the traditional risk factors of drinking, smoking or using chewing tobacco.~A new reason for concernOral cancer is now being found in a qounger population of men and women who don't smoke or drink heavily. the reason fo this increase in people under age 40 is due to exposure to the HPV-16 and HPV-18 viruses, known collectively as the human papillomavirus. The HPV virus can spread by intimate contact, including kissing. That is why the Centers for Disease Control recommends that all patients over the age of 17 be screened annually for oral cancer.~The test is simple, painless, and takes less than 3 minutesWhy wait? Speak with your dental professional today about an oral cancer screening test with Identiafi
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The "Wand"

Local Anesthetic is administered with the CompuDent instrument: "The Wand" anesthetic pump. The anesthetic is pumped evenly and slowly which gives the most comfortable injections possible.Positive Points:-greatly decreases pain resulting in a comfortable injection experience.-efficient, as the onset of anesthesia is typically more rapid.-new injections are now possible which eliminates unnecessary numbness of the tongue, lips and muscles.-uses sterile single-use disposable handpieces.

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KOR Whitening

-Beautiful, healthy and natural looking white result. -Effective even on tetracycline-stained (dark) teeth. -Low to no sensitivity. -Comfortable, easy process. -No need to give up coffee, tea, or red wine. -Permanent results = white teeth for your lifetime! -Entirely safe for teeth and gums. -Perfect for ages 14 - 90!

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Meet the Staff hot stones

Dr Zarafonetis

Dr. Zarafonetis

Dr. Jim Zarafonetis is a graduate of U of M, CMU and the University of Detroit Dental School. He is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Society and the West Michigan District Dental Society. His wife, Sherri, and he have two boys and now two daughters-in-law. He enjoystreating patients, golf, reading history and cooking!

Jennifer

Jennifer RDH

Jennifer graduated from Ferris State University and has been with Dr. Z for 16 Years. She is a mother of two boys.

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Julie

Julie RDH

Julie is a graduate of Kellogg Community College. She is married with three boys. She has been with Dr. Z for 13 years. She enjoys watching the Detroit Tigers and the Detroit Redwings with her husband, hanging out with her boys and experimenting with cooking!
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Chris

Chris Coordinator

Chris has been with Dr. Z for 13 years. She enjoys camping, hanging out with friends and family, and taking care of her 4-year-old son!

Rosann

Rosann Office Manager

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Shannon

Shannon CDA

Shannon graduated from Olympia Institute. She has been with Dr. Z for 5 years. She has a boyfriend, an almost stepdaughter, a dog and a cat that keep her company at home. She enjoys shopping, camping, baking goodies and hanging out with family and friends!