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THE
Texas Center
SMILE
DOCTOR
for Cosmetic &
Implant Dentistry:
Transforming Smiles,
Changing Lives
By Anna Henry Guy M. Lewis DDS, FADFE
Designing Winning Smiles for …
Houston Rockets, Houston Astros,
Rocket Powerdancers, Houston Aeros, Veneer, an ultra-thin non-prep porcelain veneer that he
Miss Texas Pageant, Miss Teen Texas, believes produces the best, most life like results of any non-
Miss Hawaiian Tropic prep veneer available today. He is also a frequent
lecturer who enjoys sharing his knowledge with
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colleagues. As an adjunct professor at Baylor
Dental School in Dallas, he teaches dental
students who also do internships with him
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in cosmetic dentistry and smile design.
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Transforming Smiles, Changing Lives
Hous ros
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uy M. Lewis, DDS, FADFE was inspired Renowned for his professionalism, As
to become a dentist during childhood by outstanding credentials, and impressive
his aunt, who worked in a dental office. achievements in cosmetic dentistry,
Hearing about the huge impact that Dr. Lewis will tell you that he is just
quality dental care had on patients’ lives, as well as the family- a “regular guy” who loves helping his
oriented nature of practicing dentistry from someone he patients achieve their dreams. He is
admired and trusted, made a lasting impression on the known for his down-to-earth personality,
young Dr. Lewis. He dreamed of going to dental school warm chair-side manner, and uncanny
and opening his own practice. ability to touch his patients’ lives. And
Today, it is clear that dentistry has become more after two decades of designing gorgeous
than a dream, but a lifetime commitment and passion smiles, he still finds nothing more
for Dr. Lewis, who earned a Doctorate of Dentistry gratifying than when a patient looks at
from Baylor College of Dentistry. This passion led their new smile in the mirror for the first
time, often with tears in their eyes.
Leandra
him to become a founding member of the American
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) in 1984, at “I became interested in cosmetic Rock Carrie
a time when cosmetic dentistry was just beginning to dentistry during dental school before it Powerda et
ncers
emerge as a specialized area in the dental profession. was the big deal that it is today,” explains Rocket ers
anc
He is one of fewer than 250 dentists worldwide who Dr. Lewis. “Some of the most rewarding Teddy Powerd
have successfully completed the rigorous accreditation process experiences in school were seeing how Lewis
overseen by the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry. To date, orthodontics transformed a person’s smile,
Dr. Lewis’ dedication to creating beautiful, functional, breath taking boosted their confidence level, and changed
new smiles has earned him many awards, accolades, and recognitions, how they felt about themselves. It literally
including “Super Doc in Cosmetic Dentistry” by Texas Monthly for changed their life and even their personality.
three consecutive years and being voted as one of the best by his I wanted to help people transform their
peers in the book Best Dentists in America. In addition, he is the only smiles and their lives, and found that cosmetic
dentist selected as a “Top Doc” by H Texas magazine seven years in dentistry offered the perfect way to do this as
a row. an alternative to orthodontics and the long-
Not one to rest on his laurels, Dr. Lewis is a continuing- term commitment that orthodontics usually
education enthusiast, staying up-to-date on the latest, most requires.”
advanced technology and procedures. Dr. Lewis is an ongoing Dr. Lewis points out that the advances made
pioneer in cosmetic dentistry, recently introducing the G. Lewis in cosmetic dentistry since he began practicing
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Dr. Lewis and his staff are the ones that deserve a gold medal,” ensure that each patient feels at ease and you appear younger an
says Shannon Miller. that their total experience is comfortable
have been nothing less than amazing. “Today we can do a smile Dr. Lewis’ patients include those who live in the greater and enjoyable.
The state-of-the-art office boasts leading-
makeover with porcelain veneers in as little as two office visits,” Houston area, Texas, and throughout the United States, as M fortunate when I received a call from
Dr. Lewis states. “It’s wonderful for my patients and it’s great for well as residents of China, Europe, and Central America. He edge technology yet offers a peaceful, Maorgan
tlock Dr. Joe L. Carrick, a past president of
me as well. I am as eager as they are to see their new smiles, and attributes this to the significant number of referrals he receives relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of an Mis the AACD, expressing an interest in
for them to start experiencing the life changes that follow.” from satisfied patients and other dentists. Another factor that upscale resort. Patients can enjoy watching Texa s joining my practice. Dr. Carrick has an
A devoted father of five, Dr. Lewis is a firm believer in giving brings patients to Dr. Lewis and the Texas Center for Cosmetic TV or DVDs, or even receive a hand or 200 s exceptional reputation and is a leader in
foot massage, or paraffin hand treatment. 5
back to his community and lending his talents to those who & Implant Dentistry is that many do their homework before implant dentistry. He is an inventor of
need it most. He is actively involved in the Give Back a Smile selecting the dentist they believe is uniquely qualified to deliver Dr. Lewis is a recognized pioneer in the the Sterngold ERA dental implants, a
(GBAS) program, which is dedicated to providing cosmetic dental the best results. concept of spa dentistry. “I believe that revolutionary method for the replacement
care at no cost to survivors of domestic violence. The brainchild “Everyone wants to look and feel their best. Whether you’re patients should be comfortable during of missing teeth or the stabilization of
of AACD past president Dr. Wynn Okuda, the program was an Olympic medalist, a professional athlete, a celebrity, or a busy their dental procedures. We include loose-fitting dentures.”
established by the organization in 1999, out of a desire to help parent, a great-looking, winning smile exudes confidence, health, spa treatments to help our patients feel Those who have lost teeth want
victims of unfortunate circumstances. Since its inception, more and vitality,” says Dr. Lewis, who is the official cosmetic dentist relaxed and at ease,” explains Dr. Lewis. attractive replacements that look, feel
than 248 domestic abuse victims have been given new smiles and for the Miss Texas Pageant, the Miss Teen Texas Pageant and the To ensure his patients’ utmost comfort, knowledge so they become active and function like natural teeth. Implants,
a new lease on life. Miss Hawaiian Tropic Pageant. Dr. Lewis offers different levels of participants in the decision-making which involve replacing the root with a
Combining his passion for music with dentistry, Dr. Lewis sings Recognized as one of the nation’s leading cosmetic dentists sedation—nitrous oxide, oral sedation process,” he explains. small titanium post anchored in the jaw
vocals in an all-dentist rock band called the Matrix Band (the name with the experience and accreditation that patients expect and (with the help of medication), or IV and the tooth with a porcelain crown,
is a tongue-in-cheek reference to an instrument used in dentistry), deserve, Dr. Lewis is the official cosmetic dentist for the Houston sedation if a deeper level of sedation is Comprehensive Cosmetic Dentistry are often the perfect answer. They are
which was originally formed as a way to raise money for the GBAS Rockets and the Aeros, and was selected as cosmetic dentist of the required. The practice name has recently changed used to replace a single tooth or several
program through charity concerts. In addition to Dr. Lewis, its Houston Astros in January, 2007. “I am honored to be selected Dr. Lewis and his staff use the latest from Texas Center for Cosmetic teeth, eliminating the need for a bridge or
members include four nationally-known cosmetic dentists: Dr. as official dentist of so many great organizations and professional and most effective dental technologies, Dentistry and Spa to Texas Center removable partial dentures, and can often
Bill Dorfman, the lead dentist for the popular television show sports teams,” says Dr. Lewis. “It’s a great honor to help these products and techniques, including for Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. replace full dentures or secure them.
Extreme Makeover; Dr. Dennis Wells from Nashville, who is amazing people achieve a winning smile. Public figures in the advanced in-office whitening technologies “Nothing about the spa or our spa “Almost any adult in good general
also Dolly Parton’s dentist; Dr. Dean Lodding, past president limelight need a great smile. It’s definitely an asset. Some might and low-radiation digital X-rays which services has changed,” Dr. Lewis points health is a candidate for implants,”
of the AACD who practices in Chicago; and the AACD past even say it’s a necessity for them. I feel like it is a necessity for all are enhanced with computer imaging out. “Implant dentistry has become such says Dr. Lewis. “If someone doesn’t
president and GBAS founder Dr. Wynn Okuda, who practices of us. It’s truly unbelievable how it can build your confidence and software to better detect tooth decay and a major part of cosmetic and restorative have enough bone structure to support
in Honolulu, Hawaii. The band has played such venues as The change your life.” gum disease. Laser cavity detection can dentistry, including implant-retained implants, if appropriate, we perform bone
House of Blues in Orlando and the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, as Miss Texas 2005 Morgan Matlock, considers her smile to be an pick up even the smallest of cavities. A dentures, that it made sense to change grafting working in conjunction with an
well as in Chicago and San Diego. They have helped raised over asset. “A beautiful smile can say so much about you and gives you tiny intra-oral camera is used to capture our name to reflect the importance of anesthesiologist. Patients don’t need to be
$1 million for the GBAS foundation. extra self confidence. I believe that my smile certainly helped me images on a computer screen so patients implant dentistry.” referred elsewhere for placing the implant
win the title of Miss Texas,” says Morgan. can view images along with Dr. Lewis Dedicated to providing comprehensive or bone grafting. We do it all.”
Dazzling Smiles in the Winners Circle to help them better understand their cosmetic and restorative dentistry to his In addition to Dr. Carrick, Dr. Lewis
Dr. Lewis has created beautiful, incredibly natural-looking smiles Gentle Care, Spa Services and Cutting-Edge Technology Give Patients condition and recommended treatment. patients, Dr. Lewis has added a dental has three other associates—Dr. Robert
for everyone from Olympic gold medalists like Laura Wilkinson, Something Extra to Smile About Dr. Lewis points out that education associate that is a recognized leader in D’Alfonso for the practice of general
Dominique Moceanu, and Shannon Miller, to Emmy award Dr. Lewis is known not only for his artistic eye, skill and expertise also plays a big role in his daily practice. cosmetic and implant dentistry and is dentistry, Dr. Atabaksh for periodontal
winners, rock stars, high profile business executives, and more. in cosmetic dentistry, but for providing the highest quality of “We go to great lengths to educate also accredited by the American Academy (gum) procedures, and Dr. Holsey, an
“Thanks for giving me something so priceless—my smile! care possible to all of his patients with compassion. The skilled, our patients, empowering them with of Cosmetic Dentistry. “I was quite expert in Invisalign orthodontics.
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