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About stebbinsdentalstudio

Dr. Mandy Stebbins, Dr. John Atchnison, and our dental team welcome you to our practice in beautiful Whitefish, MT. We are family oriented dentists and put the needs of our patients first in all we do. From ensuring that you are comfortable throughout your visits to working with you, to develop treatment plans appropriate for your specific dental needs, and always emphasizing preventive behaviors, we are here for you. As a small practice, committed to the overall health of those we see, we form a team with each patient, working together to achieve excellent oral health, which leads to a healthy body and mind, as well as a stunning smile.

Smile Whitening

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white smile

We could all use a brighter smile!  Studies show that smiling more improves not only your health, but the health of those around you.  Our office uses a 10-day take home system that is quick, effective, and inexpensive!  Come check it out today and let those pearly whites shine!

How does bleaching work?

The whitening process is possible due to the ability of the carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide to freely pass through enamel and dentin and to permeate to all parts of the tooth.11 These peroxides break down into oxygen radicals, which migrate between the enamel prisms, breaking down any colored molecules that result in tooth discoloration. The structure of the tooth is not altered; the internal tooth color is simply made lighter.Whitening agents break down into tiny molecules and move in all directions, so even if the entire tooth is not covered with gel, the entire tooth is whitened.

Numerous studies have proven the effectiveness of peroxides in whitening teeth. Enamel, dentin, existing fillings, and bonding materials are not harmed by the whitening materials.

Halloween Dental Implant!

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Seriously, though, dental implants have come a long way!  Call or come in for a free consultation to fill that gap.  Take the time to invest in your health, your most important asset.

Mandy Stebbins, DMD

401 Baker Ave

Whitefish, MT

406-862-3503

Why don’t you just give me an antibiotic, doc?

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RANT ALERT: I can’t tell you how much time I spend reassuring patients that they do not need a prescription for antibiotics or pain meds. We do not want antibiotics or pesticides (see: medications) in our foods, so why are we so quick to assume that they will solve every health problem? I am so grateful to have access to modern medication, but we are far too dependent upon it as a society, and do not often consider the side effects. With great power comes great responsibility!!!!