Dr. Shailee S. Patel was born and raised in Dixon Il. Once her high school studies were finished, she was accepted into the GPPA Dental Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago – College of Dentistry. She graduated from the UIC – College of Dentistry with a D.D.S. degree in May of 2006. She then went to Denver, Colorado as she was accepted into a 1-year General Practice Residency at the Denver Health Medical Center, a Level One Trauma Center located in the heart of Denver. From July 2006 to the end of June 2007, she was able to learn how to improve upon her skills as a dental healthcare provider and had experienced time to learn and perform surgical dental procedures both in the clinical setting as well as the operating room setting.
Upon conclusion of the GPR, she returned to Illinois to take up a position in Freeport. She practiced dentistry in Freeport for five years gaining additional experience and skills.
Shailee felt that her true passion for serving those that helped her during her formative years was not being met and so she decided to pursue the challenge of coming back to this great community to serve it and the people that made her who she is today.
Dr. Patel purchased a practice from a retiring dentist in July 2012 in Sterling. Since then Dr. Patel has continued to provide the best care she can in order to preserve the tradition of compassionate dental care for the community of the Sterling-Dixon-Rock Falls region.
Dr. Patel believes in compassionate dental care and feels the best relationship between a doctor and patient evolves when there is open communication. She strives to do her best in explaining procedures to patients and in doing so, allowing her patients to be involved in their dental care.
In her free time, Dr. Patel enjoys classical Kathak dancing, reading, watching movies, and running. She has run four marathons and plans to run a few more while she can.
Dr. Patel enjoys a variety of music, ranging from rock to pop to the country! Her current favorites are Dave Mathews Band, Jason Mraz, Madonna, Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, Maroon 5, Adele, and Duffy.
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Modernized Dental Care
Our Dixon dentists continuously use advanced and proven dental methods to ensure you receive the highest quality care.
Family-Oriented Practice
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Emergencies won't wait for you; you shouldn't have to wait either. Our dentists in 61021 offer same-day treatments for dental emergencies!
The Benefits of Dental Bonding
There are a variety of benefits of having dental bonding applied to your teeth. It will produce immediate results in improving the look of your teeth and smile. This will be appreciated if you have struggled with cracked or chipped teeth and are anxious to get them corrected. Another benefit is that the dental bonding will actually strengthen the tooth. When you have a cracked tooth, it is more susceptible to bacteria, infection, and progressive damage.
Restoring the shape of a chipped or cracked tooth means that some natural strength will also be restored. Another benefit is that it is so quick and immediate. Dental bonding treatments can be easily completed at one appointment with Exceptional Dentistry, which means you will enjoy your restored smile immediately. You can also have any dental bonding touched up at future dental visits if the dental bonding shows wear, or if it even needs to be replaced.
The Dental Bonding Procedure
First, your trained team at Exceptional Dentistry will use a shade guide to select the proper shade of resin that will match the natural color of the tooth. Before applying the bonding material, the actual area of the tooth to be treated is roughened and then lightly coated with a special conditioning liquid so the bonding material will adhere to the enamel surface. When the tooth is ready, our creative team will then apply the putty-like resin to your tooth and sculpt, shape, and mold it to the desired shape. Next the completed material is hardened with ultraviolet light. When the resin is set, we will finish any perfecting touches, such as additional shaping and the final polishing of the newly bonded tooth.
It usually takes only around 30 minutes to an hour to successfully complete the dental bonding treatment. If you need several teeth treated, it may take more than one visit to complete. Since most tooth bonding procedures never require any local anesthesia, you can return to your normal daily activities immediately.
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The Life Expectancy of Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is not always a permanent restoration, but it certainly can last quite some time. If you care for the restoration properly, and if you visit Exceptional Dentistry on a regular and consistent basis for dental exams and touch-ups, dental bonding can last for decades.
Taking proper care of your teeth will extend the life of your bonded tooth. Common suggestions include:
- Brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing daily, using proper technique for both.
- Avoiding biting ice, hard candy, and food.
- Do not bite your fingernails.
- Avoid coffee, tea, tobacco, and dark fruits for the first few days after your treatment to avoid stains.
- Schedule your regular exams and dental cleanings every six months.
Call us if you accidentally chip or break the bonding material, or if you feel any rough or sharp edges of the bonded tooth. If your teeth are severely damaged, your dental bonding might need to be replaced with another more permanent restoration at a later date.
Dental Bonding versus Veneers
Dental bonding is perfect for simple cosmetic improvements that do not have a significant impact on the function of your teeth or gums. Chips, cracks, or gaps are the most frequent and common cosmetic issues that dental bonding will correct. Bonding differs from veneers because veneers are fabricated and created in a dental lab and fabricated of layered glass ceramics. The veneer is designed to both look and feel like your natural tooth, and it adheres to your tooth with dental cement.
Your Satisfaction Make Our Services Exceptional
The entire staff at Exceptional Dentistry pays deliberate attention to all details when it comes to providing you with superior dental care. We will review your oral health history, capture digital images to document continued history, and always discuss any diagnosis, treatment options, and financing and insurance benefits. We want you to make educated and informed decisions about your dental care. If a dental bonding treatment is a possible solution for your oral health care and improving your smile, give our office a call at 815-288-4731. We are also easy to find at 724 N. Brinton Ave, Dixon, Il, 61021. We treat all patients as family with exceptional treatment.