Services

$59 New Patient Cleaning Special

For a limited time offer Hughes Dental Arts Centre is offering a $59 cleaning special that includes a gum evaluation, cleaning, xrays, and fluoride.  Please call for an appointment and mention the website or facebook ad.

New Botox Walk-In Days

  altWe will be welcoming Botox Walk-Ins on the last Thursday afternoon of each month starting in March.  What a great way to "freshen up" for spring and summer, it's just around the corner!!Look for our ads in The Southern Illinoisan newspaperon our Botox Days!!!  

 

Smileography

Smile for the cameras!!!

We've added a professional grade photography studio upstairs at Hughes Dental Arts Centre.  We use the studio for Smileography! By using Smileography I can provide someone very accurate before and after pictures prior to initiating any treatment.

Preview a NEW SMILE like never before! See the result before spending time and money!  Reality is that most of us don't need anything EXTREME, but you could benefit from a few small and simple things to bring out the most in your smile. Examples include lightening, replacing aging unattractive dental work, fixing single dark teeth, recontouring, or repositioning of teeth that would be perfectly attractive if they weren't crooked. Even if you feel your smile needs a complete overhaul, you may be surprised what a difference can be made by addressing only a few problem areas.

Visit http://smileography.net  to see more.

 

Teeth in a day with dental implants

What is All-on-Four?

All on Four Dental Implants

Permanent Teeth in just one Day!!

Dr. Hughes'  Smile in a Day procedure using the All-on-Four dental implant technique is the optimal solution for those who have lost or are about to lose all of their upper and/or lower teeth. With this procedure, you can come as close to having a new set of permanent teeth as is currently possible.

Those who replace their dentures with All-on-Four dental implants will never have to remove their replacement teeth again for cleaning because their new teeth can be cleaned and maintained just like a natural set of teeth.

If you are looking at the possibility of having to wear dentures but choose All-on-Four dental implants, you will never have to experience the crippling effects of loose dentures, being unable to eat the foods you enjoy, messy adhesives, removing teeth at night, the embarrassment of dentures slipping during speech or smiling or the bad breath associated with wearing dentures.

All-on-Four Dental Implants Technique

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The All-on-Four technique utilizes four dental implants to attach your new set of permanent replacement teeth. The implants used in this procedure are specially designed for immediate function and typically do not require bone grafting.

In most cases, patients lacking the bone volume required to support traditional implants are able to enjoy the many benefits of a permanent solution to missing teeth with this procedure.

Beautiful New Teeth in One Day
Due to the rigid structure of the replacement teeth and the cross-stabilization provided by the dental implants, you can go home that same day with a new set of teeth, even when extractions of failing teeth are required.

Gentle oral sedation assures each patient maximum safety and comfort throughout the procedure. In addition, the entire process, including any necessary extractions, can be completed in one day with minimal recovery time. The result is a fully functional set of teeth that looks and feels natural, enhances self-confidence and allows individuals to once again experience the foods and activities they enjoy most.

Less Downtime
The All-on-Four technique delivers the maximum results in the shortest time with minimal discomfort. Most patients experience only minor soreness the next day and can eat a light meal that same evening. In most cases, you may even return to work the next day.

Benefits with All-on-Four

  • Requires minimal recovery time
  • Reduces overall cost when compared to single implants
  • Eliminates the need for bone grafting, in most cases
  • Allows for easy maintenance through proper oral hygiene
  • Restores the ability to eat all types of foods
  • Relieves the many frustrations of removable appliances
  • Ensures long-term results with the potential to last a lifetime
  • Renews a youthful appearance through bone level stabilization
  • Creates a whole new smile in just one day
  • Enhances self-confidence and overall quality of life

Visit http://www.nobelbiocare.com/en/products-solutions/solutions-for-all-indications/full-arch-restorations/All-on-4/ for more information

Botox & Jevederm

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Exciting news from Hughes Dental Arts Centre!! Dr. Hughes is now certified to perform Botox and Juvederm injections.  Already knowing how gentle and comfortable Dr. Hughes' injections are, who could be better qualified to do this! 

As dentists, we are very familiar with two things: the function of each muscle in the face and giving intra-oral injections.  Having the ability to deliver dermal fillers and Botox in a completely painless manner is one of the biggest advantages of getting these procedures done in the dental office. 

We now have the ability to improve your smile around your teeth, in addition to your teeth alone. 

We are offering this new service for our patients who may want the convenience of having their Botox treatment done during routine dental procedures and for those who are curious but can't get themselves to a cosmetic surgeon's office. 

Botox Cosmetic is a natural purified protein that relaxes wrinkle causing muscles, creating a smoother and improved appearance.  Since its approval, Botox Cosmetic has been #1 doctor-administered aesthetic procedure in the United States. 

Botox Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical procedure for  temporarily smoothing moderate to sever glabellar lines- the vertical frown lines between the eyebrows that look like an "11" in adult women and men 18-65 years of age.

Botox simulator-http://www.botoxcosmetic.com/Treatment_Visualizer.aspx

What is Juvederm?

JUVÉDERM® XC is the smooth gel filler that your doctor uses to instantly smooth away wrinkles around your mouth and nose. With just one treatment, you’ll get smooth and natural-looking results that last up to a year.

JUVÉDERM® XC is manufactured using HYLACROSS technology, creating a smooth-consistency gel. It is infused with lidocaine to improve comfort during treatment. With JUVÉDERM® XC you get the smooth results you expect, with the improved comfort you want.

We offer FREE CONSULTATIONS for both of these procedures. Please call our office to schedule n appointment to see if Botox or Juvederm is right for you!

Juvederm Simulator-http://www.candessaaesthetics.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/JuvedermTV.html

visit http://www.botoxcosmetic.com/Before_After.aspx for before and after photos

General Dentistry

Extreme Smile Makeovers are What We Do. 

Dr. Hughes can create an absolutely beautiful smile for nearly anyone.

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Whitening

Deep Bleaching- How Does It Work?

During deep bleaching hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide is placed on the teeth. The peroxides react with the teeth and it breaks down rapidly in the presence of water and oxygen, virtually dehydrating the teeth and seeping into them starting the whitening process. The peak of whitening treatment occurs one to three days AFTER the treatment due to the dehydration of the teeth. There is an end point to the bleaching process beyond which the teeth will not actively change color. Whitening after this (2-3 week) period will not hurt the teeth but the color will not noticeably change.

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