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Proudly Serving Patients in Poway, Escondido, San Diego and surrounding areas.
Welcome to Smiles By Dr. Cook, the family and general dentistry website of Dr. Nicol Cook, Dr. Cook is committed to providing the best in patient care in the Poway, California area.
We provide dental care for people of all ages including preventive dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry and reconstructive dentistry all with the goal of helping our patients get healthy, beautiful smiles. As part of our focus on a patient-centered practice, we will always do anything we can to make your dental visits as pleasant as possible.You are in Safe Hands
Our office always practices the highest level of infection control, following all universal precautions for patient care as provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure your health and safety.
Our office is located at 15835 Pomerado Road, Suite 202 Poway CA, 92064
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Family Dentistry
Dr. Cook’s goal is to provide the best oral care and health for our patients. We are different than any other office you have been to. We provide a very comprehensive approach to your dental health.
Cosmetic Dentistry
With Porcelain Veneers Dr. Cook can close gaps between teeth, whiten discolored or stained teeth, repair chipped, broken or worn down teeth, realign and reposition crowded teeth without braces, lengthen or shorten uneven teeth, replace old metal fillings and replace missing teeth.
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FREE Teeth Whitening for Life!
Receive a free take-home whitening kit and custom whitening trays with completed new patient exam, cleaning and x-rays. Maintain your 6-month cleaning appointments and you will receive a FREE touch up whitening gel twice a year for life.
We've given hundreds of people the smile they've always wanted..
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Poway and Rancho Bernardo, CA Dental crowns are a restorative dental treatment aimed to strengthen a severely damaged tooth. The results should look and feel natural, restoring your tooth for years to come. There are several reasons why a patient may need a dental crown. Today on the blog, our family dentist in Poway Dr.
5 Ways to Ease Pain from TMJ Disorder
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No Time for Braces? Ask Poway Dentist about Instant Orthodontics
Poway and Rancho Bernardo, CA A beautiful smile with straight teeth is a common goal among many. Although most people are not fortunate to naturally have a perfect looking smile, obtaining one could be within your reach, thanks to the artistic abilities of the best cosmetic dentist in Poway. Advancements in dentistry provide new treatments
FAQs
Does Teeth Bleaching Damage Teeth?
No. When carbamide peroxide, the active whitening agent, contacts water, hydrogen peroxide is released which whitens the teeth. Bleaching does not soften, demineralize or weaken the teeth.
My Gums Bleed when I brush, what does it mean?
Bleeding gums is an early indicator of gingivitis, or swollen gums, usually caused by plaque and/or calculus accumulated under the gumline. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to bone loss and eventual tooth loss. Gingivitis can be reversed by proper brushing and flossing within a few weeks. If bleeding persists two to three weeks, consult your dentist.
Do over-the-counter bleaching products work?
There is some evidence that over-the-counter bleaching products do whiten teeth, however, many of the products are too abrasive and can damage the teeth with extended use or misuse. Supervision by your dentist is always the safest and most effective way to whiten your teeth.
What causes my jaw to pop when I open it?
There is a pad or disk that separates the jaw bone from the base of the skull. The primary cause of the “popping” occurs when you open your mouth too wide and the jaw bone “pops” off the pad or disk. Treatment is not required unless pain is associated with the “pop” or the jaw locks.