Finding a dental practice that you can trust with the health and beauty of your family’s smiles is a significant decision. At Sninski & Schmitt Family Dentistry, we are dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-focused dental care to our communities in Holly Springs and Cary, North Carolina. Whether you need a routine teeth cleaning, are exploring cosmetic dentistry to perfect your smile, or are introducing your child to their first dental visit, our mission is to protect, restore, and enhance the oral health of every patient who walks through our doors.
Our commitment to excellence in the Triangle area is at the core of everything we do. That’s why we are incredibly honored and proud to announce our recognition by Cary Magazine as a 2019 Top Dentist. This prestigious acknowledgment is a testament to our team’s dedication and the trust our patients place in us.
What Does It Mean to Be Named a Top Dentist?
The “Top Dentist” list is not an award based on popularity contests or advertising. It is a highly respected, peer-reviewed honor. To compile this annual list, Cary Magazine partnered with topDentists, LLC, a leading national dental survey company. They conducted an exhaustive, confidential survey of dentists listed with the American Dental Association and local Wake County dental societies.
The fundamental question posed to these dental professionals was simple yet profound: “If you had a patient in need of a dentist, which dentist would you refer them to?” This peer-review process ensures that the selections are based on professional respect and firsthand knowledge of a colleague’s work.
Voters were instructed to set aside personal relationships and focus solely on professional merit. The key factors considered for nominating a top-rated dentist in Cary included:
- Years of Experience: A proven track record of providing quality dental care.
- Continuing Education: A commitment to staying current with the latest advancements in the field.
- Manner with Patients: The ability to provide compassionate, comfortable, and communicative care.
- Use of New Techniques and Technology: Employing modern equipment for more precise and efficient treatments.
- Physical Results: Consistently achieving excellent, lasting results for patients.
Understanding the Fields of Dental Excellence
The “Top Dentist” selections were made across several critical areas of dentistry. Understanding these specialties can help you better appreciate the comprehensive care available for your family’s oral health needs.
General and Family Dentistry
This is the cornerstone of oral healthcare. As a premier family dentistry practice, we provide a broad spectrum of services designed to maintain and improve your oral health throughout your life. This includes preventative care like regular checkups and cleanings, restorative dentistry such as fillings and crowns to repair damaged teeth, and cosmetic services like professional teeth whitening to enhance your smile’s brilliance. We build long-term relationships with our patients, managing their overall oral health and coordinating with specialists when necessary.
Endodontics: Saving Your Natural Teeth
An endodontist specializes in issues concerning the dental pulp—the soft tissue inside the tooth. When this pulp becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay or injury, it can cause severe pain. Endodontists are the experts in procedures like root canals, which are designed not to cause pain, but to relieve it by removing the infected tissue, cleaning the canal, and sealing it to save the natural tooth from extraction.
Orthodontics: Aligning for Health and Aesthetics
Orthodontists are specialists in diagnosing, preventing, and correcting misaligned teeth and jaws, often referred to as “malocclusion” or a bad bite. While most known for applying braces, their work is crucial for both aesthetics and function. Properly aligned teeth are easier to clean, reducing the risk of cavities and gum disease, and a correct bite can alleviate issues like jaw pain, headaches, and uneven tooth wear.
Periodontics: The Foundation of Oral Health
A periodontist focuses on the health of the gums and the underlying bone structure that supports the teeth. They are experts in preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease, from its early stage (gingivitis) to more advanced forms (periodontitis). Their treatments can include deep cleanings (scaling and root planing), gum surgery, and the placement of dental implants. Maintaining gum health is essential, as it is directly linked to overall systemic health, including cardiovascular wellness.
Prosthodontics: The Art of Restoring Smiles
Prosthodontics is a highly specialized field focused on the design, creation, and fitting of artificial replacements for missing or damaged teeth. Prosthodontists are the architects of a smile makeover. They use devices like dental crowns, bridges, veneers, dentures, and dental implants to restore not only the appearance of a smile but also the patient’s ability to chew and speak comfortably and confidently.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
This surgical specialty of dentistry addresses a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral (mouth) and maxillofacial (jaws and face) region. Common procedures include wisdom tooth extraction, dental implant placement, and corrective jaw surgery. These surgeons undergo extensive training to handle complex cases that require a deep understanding of both medicine and dentistry.
Our Gratitude and Continued Commitment
After the peer-review ballots were collected, the dentists who received the highest ratings underwent a final verification process. This included checking to ensure each nominee held an active license and was in good standing with the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners. We are immensely proud that Sninski & Schmitt Family Dentistry was recognized among this elite group for General Dentistry.
We extend our sincerest thanks to Cary Magazine and, most importantly, to our esteemed peers in the dental community for this incredible honor. This recognition reinforces our commitment to upholding the highest standards of care.
Above all, we want to thank our wonderful patients. Your trust and confidence in our practice are the true measures of our success. It is a privilege to be a part of your healthcare journey, whether we are alleviating pain, restoring function with restorative dentistry, boosting confidence with a cosmetic transformation, or teaching a child the importance of lifelong healthy habits.
Contact Our Award-Winning Family Dentists in Cary & Holly Springs
At Sninski & Schmitt Family Dentistry, we are dedicated to providing a welcoming, comfortable, and state-of-the-art environment for all your dental needs. We offer a comprehensive range of services covering preventative care, cosmetic enhancements, and restorative solutions. If you are looking for a new dental home for your family, we invite you to experience the award-winning care we provide. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about our practice, please contact us today. You can reach our Cary office at 919-467-2203 or our Holly Springs office at 919-600-6262. We look forward to welcoming you to our family!