About Us

Your needs and concerns are very important to us. When you first visit our office, we'll take time to listen to your needs and concerns. After all, who knows you better than you! Although we will recommend the best treatment, our services are based around what you value and not what we think you need.

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Dr. Peter W. Cha, DDS, MAGD

Dr. Cha graduated in 1986 from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, University of Maryland. Upon graduation he was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. He is a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry. A member of the American Dental Association, Maryland State Dental Association, Frederick County Dental Society, The International Association for Orthodontics, American Association for Functional Orthodontics, and International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

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Patient Reviews

Teeth cleaning.I feel better every time I come. I have been coming for over 20 yrs. Every facet of this practice is superior.Dentist Frederick Maryland - Quote End ~ Carlos Mercado

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New Patients

At Family Smile Center we value your time and your privacy. We've provided copies of our new patient information forms for you to download, print, and complete at home. You may bring them into our office during your next visit. They will not be stored or sent online, but are offered here simply for your convenience. Family Smile Center follows Federal HIPAA requirements for maintaining patient privacy and healthcare portability.

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News

CHICAGO (June 27, 2012)�The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 37,000 general dentists dedicated to providing quality dental care and oral health education to the public, is pleased to announce that Peter William Cha, DDS, MAGD, of Frederick, Maryland, received the association�s 2012 Mastership Award during the AGD 2012 Annual Meeting & Exhibits, held June 21 to 24, in Philadelphia.

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Contact Information

Family Smile Center, LLC 5950 Frederick Crossing Lane Suite 201 Frederick, MD 21704 Phone: 301-663-9484 Fax: 301-663-9509 Email: office@familysmilecenter.biz

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How do bridges work

Imagine not having any legs and you have your arms around your friend�s shoulders for support � one friend on your right and one on your left. This is how a bridge�s Pontic is supported.

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Solutions in Maryland dental care

For an even better option, dental implants are available in your Maryland dentist�s office. Dental implants in MD are a surgical procedure that provides a permanent anchor point for a brand new tooth (a crown). A titanium screw is planted in the jaw bone

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Caring for your new Dental Bridge in Frederick,md

With good oral hygiene, and the unparalleled dentistry skills of the experienced professionals at Family Smile Center, dental bridges can last for many years. If you suffer from missing teeth, call us today and find out more about dental bridges, and other available options

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Are you a good candidate for a dental bridge in Maryland

Replacing missing teeth improves the appearance of your smile, and helps protect your oral health. Even one missing tooth can lead to other teeth shifting, which can encourage decay or gum disease.

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Your dental work options in Maryland

Dentures appeal to many people because they are simple to maintain and they can be easily removed. In addition, they tend to be the least expensive option for permanent tooth replacement. Some people, however, experience issues keeping their dentures securely in place.

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Replacing Teeth and Roots with Implants

Dental Implants in Frederick, MD, from Family Smile Center, look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth. These small titanium cylinders implanted in your jawbone can support a bridge, crown, or denture, just as the root supports a tooth.

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Are you a good candidate for Dental Implants in Frederick, Maryland?

Whether you have lost one tooth, or all of your teeth, replacement is important. Your confidence, appearance, and health are all affected by missing teeth. In the past, there were few options.

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The porcelain veneers procedure

Porcelain takes more time, but they also last longer and look more natural. If you are considering porcelain veneers, you may be wondering just how much time they will take, and what the procedure involves.

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Are you a good candidate for Porcelain Veneers in Maryland?

Veneers are one of the most often requested cosmetic procedures here at the Family Smile Center. They provide a quick, conservative, and stunning solution to a wide variety of esthetic complaints.

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The difference between porcelain and composite veneers in Maryland

Dental veneers are among the most versatile, conservative cosmetic restorations available. The procedure involves bonding a thin shell of tooth colored material to the visible surface of one or several teeth.

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Good Candidates for Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening has become increasingly popular over the last several years. Dentists and other dental professionals are able to quickly and easily whiten teeth in an affordable, fast manner that has made it easier on the budget to whiten teeth stained and discolored by foods, drinks, and cigarettes

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One reason an individual may decide to try teeth whitening procedures from their dentist is because of stained and discolored teeth. What factors affect the color of your teeth?

Tooth enamel is more porous of a surface than you may initially realize. Because of this porous texture, tooth enamel is easily susceptible to discoloration and staining. This can happen for a variety of reasons.

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Can it all be avoided?

Although no one is born with perfectly snow-white teeth, most are happy with the light shade shown off when they smile, laugh or speak. Over time, it seems that teeth become dull and yellow simply due to aging. The truth is, there are many factors that may impact the color of your smile.

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Dental restorations and Teeth whitening

The number one requested cosmetic dentistry procedure is professional teeth whitening. Frederick, MD, residents can receive this popular treatment from their trusted family dentist at Family Smile Center. A brighter, whiter smile can give you a great confidence boost and make you look younger.

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The best way to maintain results of teeth whitening in Maryland

Virtually everyone is blessed with a beautiful white smile. Unfortunately, that youthful brilliance can be short-lived. Teeth darken over time for many reasons. Coffee, tea, tobacco, and wine are among the most common culprits. Other foods and beverages also stain, as do some illnesses and medications

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Crowns And Bridges

Crowns or "caps" are dental restorations which completely cover the portion of a tooth that lie above the gum line. By comparison, fillings are restorations that fill in or cover over only a part of a tooth. Because a crown covers all of the visual aspect of a tooth, it becomes the "new tooth." Your old tooth is still present under the crown supporting it.

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How do bridges work?

Imagine not having any legs and you have your arms around your friend�s shoulders for support � one friend on your right and one on your left. This is how a bridge�s Pontic is supported. Bridges can be designed to replace multiple missing teeth using multiple support teeth.

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Solutions in Maryland dental care

One of the most popular options for tooth replacement in Maryland is a dental bridge. The dental bridge is a partial denture that spans the gap where teeth are missing, and uses adjoining teeth for support.

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Caring for your new Dental Bridge in Frederick, MD

One of the most common options for replacement of a missing tooth is a dental bridge in Frederick, MD. These restorations are often more economical than implants, and take less time to complete. Unfortunately, in many cases, they fail within a few years of placement - but this is often avoidable.

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