Who We Are

Dr. Koppikar is a board certified Doctor of Dental Surgery. He received degrees in psychology and marketing from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He earned his DDS from Marquette University in 2000. He received advanced training at Louis Stokes Veterans Administration in Cleveland, Ohio gained valuable experience treating patients with complicated needs.

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Dental Implants

If you have a missing tooth, dental implants are the best tooth replacement option. Dental implants are solid titanium anchors that support natural looking porcelain crowns. We place a dental implant below your gums and then attach a porcelain crown right above the implant, so your new tooth blends in with your other teeth.

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Get an instant smile makeover with porcelain veneers in Phoenix AZ

If you are considering cosmetic smile enhancement, good for you! In today�s society, there is a tremendous focus on appearance, especially facial beauty. Since the smile is the centerpiece of our face, many people are turning to cosmetic dentistry to achieve the look they desire. Studies have found that people with an attractive smile are perceived to be more trustworthy, intelligent, and successful.

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The beauty of dental veneers in Phoenix

Porcelain veneers are one of the fastest and most esthetic means available to correct a variety of cosmetic imperfections in your smile. These customized shells are bonded to the front surfaces of teeth to provide aligned, bright, natural looking smiles. In as little as two weeks, they can correct flaws that may have been a source of embarrassment for years.

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Braces

One of the most common statements we hear at Biltmore Dental Center is, "I wish I had straighter teeth!" You have many great options to get your teeth straightened. Also known as "cosmetic braces," this is a system of all white brackets and wires that straighten your front teeth � in usually about six months.

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Braces Improve Your Smile and Your Health: An Introduction to Braces

Straight teeth are important � not just for cosmetic reasons but also for your overall health. Crooked or misaligned teeth can affect the way a person talks, chews, and the way their smile looks. Crooked teeth are also harder to clean and are prone to cavities. For some people, misaligned teeth can affect their jaws and lead to pain and discomfort on a regular basis. So making sure that you keep your teeth straight is quite important.

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Orthodontist in Phoenix AZ

Having straight teeth is important. Teeth that are crooked, out of place or misaligned affect the way a person chews and speaks and how their smile looks. When you have unnatural spaces, crooked teeth are harder to clean and are more likely to develop cavities. Your orthodontist in Phoenix, AZ will tell you that this will lead to detrimental effects on your dental and overall health.

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In Phoenix braces aren't hard to live with

If you live in Phoenix and need braces, you are fortunate. Dr. Sameet Koppikar at Biltmore Dental Center has extensive training, knowledge, and experience in this field. He offers several options for braces, tailored to fit your specific needs.

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Explore the possibilities of braces for adults; Phoenix has some great options

You are never too old for braces; they have successfully corrected dental issues in patients 80 years young! It is true that after the teen years, the teeth are slower to respond to braces, but they do move. There are a variety of high tech braces for adults. In Phoenix Biltmore Dental Center offers several attractive options.

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The benefits of traditional braces in Phoenix AZ

Although the clear aligner systems for straightening teeth continue to grow in popularity, they are not the best choice for some patients. There are advantages and disadvantages to both traditional metal braces and the clear aligner systems. This is why it is important to visit an experienced doctor, such as Dr. Sameet Koppikar of Biltmore Dental Center in Phoenix AZ for a braces consultation.

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Invisalign

Invisalign is becoming one of the most popular ways to straighten your teeth. Our patients are really excited about Invisalign as it does not involve any of the unsightly metal braces that most of us remember growing up. Invisalign is a system of clear trays that fit over your teeth and slowly straighten them.

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Invisalign Phoenix AZ

Invisalign works a lot like braces, except there aren't any of the brackets, wires and other contraptions often used to straighten and enhance your smile. Your dentist or orthodontist will start off with an impression of your teeth. From there, a series of 10 � 30 "aligners" will be fashioned, , each crafted to gradually make subtle changes in the position of your teeth.

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Enjoy the benefits and innovation of Invisalign Braces in Phoenix AZ

People have always wanted straighter teeth; this desire dates back to the very distant past. Archaeologists unearthed the mummified remains of ancients with rudimentary metal bands around their teeth. Aristotle and Hippocrates pondered about possible methods for straightening teeth. In Egypt, a Roman tomb was discovered containing remains with teeth bound with gold wire. In the 1700s, a piece of precious metal shaped like a horseshoe was employed for expanding arches.

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Invisalign Is A Great Option For Adults Who Want Straighter Teeth

Many adults with misaligned teeth (malocclusion) long to improve their smiles, but are unwilling to undergo treatment with traditional metal braces. Others mistakenly believe that it is too late in life to correct their smiles. It is never too late to correct your smile; nearly 50% of all patients seeking orthodontic treatment for malocclusion are adults.

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Straighten your teeth discreetly with Invisalign in AZ

Our appearance generates snap judgments about us, within seconds of meeting someone their first impression of us has been formed. According to a smile survey conducted by Kelton research, many people say that the smile is the feature that they notice first and remember the longest when they meet someone.

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Dental Implant Surgery

Dental implants are used to replace missing or non-restorable teeth. Dental implants look and function just like real teeth. There are various reasons why a person may need dental implants to replace their teeth. They may have missing or damaged teeth, or gaps between their teeth. Having these conditions can affect a person�s bite and appearance.

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What Dental Problems Can Veneers Correct?

Some individuals find that they are truly unhappy with their smiles. Sometimes there has been damage to their teeth that cannot be fixed with teeth bonding or fillings. This is when individuals may start considering the benefits of having dental veneers placed on their teeth. There are many instances where an individual may consider having cosmetic dentistry such as dental veneers to enhance their teeth. One way dental veneers can help is straightening crooked or misaligned teeth.

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Implant Dentistry Arizona

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that a dentist places into your jaw to replace a missing tooth or multiple teeth. . Dental implants are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.

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Implants Can Prevent The Problems That Missing Teeth May Cause

Unfortunately, the loss of natural teeth is an all too common dental concern. Trauma, decay, age, congenital defects, and gum disease are only a few of the causes of tooth loss. Many people believe that missing teeth are not a problem unless they show in their smile; this is simply not true. It would be a wise investment to seek the services of an implant dentist.

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The concealed benefit of dental implants in Arizona

Dental implants are considered the ultimate restoration to replace missing teeth. They are the result of scientific discovery, research, understanding and extensive clinical trials. As with much of the technology in modern dentistry, research and development continues improving materials and methods for dental implants. Today, they enjoy a success rate of about 98 percent.

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The advantages of Phoenix AZ dental implants

Dentistry has come a long way since the days that patients visited the barber or blacksmith when they had a toothache. Today, when you are missing teeth, a variety of options is available to restore your smile, including fixed bridges, removable appliances, and dental implants. Dr. Sameet Koppikar offers all of these services, and will discuss the various options with you and help you choose the method that is best for you.

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Emergency Care

A broken tooth. A swelling. A loose crown. No worries. We've seen it all. If you have a dental emergency, do not wait to call Biltmore Dental Center. We do our best to provide emergency dental care right away. One of the most common reasons to see an emergency dentist is if your "wisdom teeth" get infected. "Wisdom teeth" are the very last molars in the back of your mouth.

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Tips for dental emergencies

At Biltmore Dental Center in Phoenix, Dr. Sameet Koppikar and his superb dental team care about the wellbeing of their patients. They will provide quality care during your dental emergency, seeing you as quickly as possible. When a dental emergency arises, the very first thing you should do is call your dentist.

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Phoenix dentistry's preventive dental care reduces emergency calls

Emergency room (ER) doctors call dental patients the bane of their existence. The doctors there lack the training and tools to solve dental problems. Many patients do not get the preventive dental care they need, and it results in emergency visits to a hospital ER for pain relief. Unfortunately, the most that these doctors can do is to prescribe pain medication and possibly antibiotics, then send patients on their way.

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Family Dentistry

Family Dentistry, also known as General Dentistry, refers to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions affecting your teeth and gums. Providing quality care to your whole family is the core mission of our office. Whether you chipped a tooth over the weekend or you decide you want whiter teeth, we are here to provide you with the best family dentistry possible.

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