We believe it is important to go beyond just telling our patients what to do to improve their oral health. We help them understand why it works and how it works so they are truly involved in their own oral health, not just blindly following a doctor's instructions. We do whatever we can to make optimal oral health practical in several ways.

1 - At Sonshine Dental Care, we don't just repair damage after it is done as many orthodontists and dentists do. Whether that damage is tooth decay, crooked teeth, gum disease, TMJ disorders, or bad breath, we would much prefer to help our patients avoid as much of this damage as possible than to just correct it after it is already done. Of course we will help you if you are already experiencing any of these conditions, but we would much rather help our patients understand what that actually causes these conditions and what they can do to avoid them all together. Dr. Nieten and his staff work hard to make it clear to their patients that the conditions listed above are a direct result of some of their daily habits and actions, but some small changes in these habits can help them avoid these conditions entirely. Our patients find this preventive approach to orthodontics and dentistry extremely practical and refreshing.

2 - Because we make our patients are made aware of how they can reduce (or even eliminate) many dental and orthodontic conditions by following very simple and practical measures, dental and orthodontic costs are reduced significantly, which appeals to all families!

3 - We also keep our patients' costs down by avoiding unnecessary or non-beneficial procedures (that other dentists may provide routinely) such as:

4 - At Sonshine Dental Care, we realize that every family that comes to our practice with a different set of needs when it comes to lifestyle, finances, and timing. We never want to see a family sacrifice oral health because of money, convenience, or anything else. We are very helpful and flexible in setting up treatment plans and finacial arrangments that fit various lifestyles, but honest in letting our patients know what will probably not work for them and why. That is why we want you to tell us what your needs and possible hinderances are so that we can help to work out the best treatment options to fit your finances, your timing, and your lifestyle. We want to make your families' oral health as practical for you as we can.