What David Chiovelli & Susan Stovall Can Do For You

Artificial teeth come in a dizzying array of shapes, sizes and styles, which can be overwhelming to those faced with making the important decision of what’s best for their specific dental situation. There is no one style of generic dentures that will work for everyone, and that is because every individual has a different mouth. Fortunately for my patients, the Swiss Denture Center, established in 1986, continues to offer the highest quality service in the Pacific Northwest and my experienced team is well-versed in all of the options available today.

It is my first priority to give patients all the information they need in a relaxed atmosphere to make a proper, educated decision. I really believe that this is the only way to have a truly happy patient and successful outcome. Because of this philosophy, I offer a complementary, private consultation for each new client. During this meeting, I listen and gather information until I have a solid understanding of your concerns and what you are looking for. I'll discuss all aspects of the denture creation process and what you can expect from me. Different denture teeth and occlusal schemes (the ways artificial teeth are positioned in a denture) are meant to address different issues. For instance, a person who can no longer chew meat with their existing denture will have a different set of concerns from someone who is losing their teeth due to gum disease. Simply put, every individual person has a different mouth requiring different needs.

My goal is to make dentures or partials that will solve each individual patient’s problems. I offer exclusively custom designs made with the highest quality materials. The dreaded ‘denture look’ is nowhere to be found here. I bring my in-depth understanding of the human body, having studied anatomy and physiology for five years at the University of Alberta prior to obtaining my Denturist Diploma from the renowned Denturist program at N.A.I.T. This knowledge enables me to make precise decisions about which course of treatment and materials are best suited for each patient.

I've worked with clients aged 10 to 97 who have needed dentures for a broad range of reasons -- from those involved in massive trauma accidents to people who have had dentures for years and are looking for something better. I consider myself to be an excessively detail-oriented practitioner and will not be satisfied with anything until it meets my high standard. I personally oversee every step of the process involved including fabrication in the state-of-the-art lab facility on site at the Swiss Denture Center.

Patients have traveled from as far away as New York, Alaska, Canada, and even Australia to work with me because of my expertise. The most satisfying part of my job is when a patient first sees his or her new teeth in the mirror. Even though my work enhances my customers' appearance, the best testament to my skill is when patients tell me, "My friends don't believe I'm wearing dentures because they look so natural and real!"

Look for my articles published each Monday in the Oregonian's Metro section under the headline: To Your Health. If you have more questions about personalized denture services, please call 503-657-6500.

— David Chiovelli, D.D., L.D.