Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Traverse City Dental Practice for Comprehensive Care
At Dentistry For Northern Michigan, we have dedicated ourselves to redefining dental care through personalized attention and comprehensive treatment. Our team of experienced professionals prioritizes patient comfort and confidence, treating every individual with the same care we would extend to our own families. With advanced training in TMJ disorders, cosmetic dentistry, and implant dentistry, we deliver solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of cutting-edge technology and sedation techniques that ensure pain-free experiences. We emphasize the connection between oral and overall health, creating treatment plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term wellness.Located in Traverse City, we serve patients of all ages across Northern Michigan's Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and surrounding regions. Our practice combines expertise with compassion, helping patients achieve smiles they can confidently share with the world. We welcome new patients by offering streamlined pre-visit resources to minimize paperwork and maximize meaningful interactions during appointments. This philosophy has established us as a trusted dental provider in the community since our founding.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Sedation Dentistry
Implant Dentistry
Periodontal Therapy
TMJ Treatment
Pediatric Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized treatment plans addressing both oral and overall health
- Our team includes a dentist with advanced training from leading dental institutes
- We offer sedation dentistry for pain-free, stress-free procedures
- We serve patients of all ages with comprehensive dental care solutions
- Our practice combines cutting-edge technology with compassionate patient care
What people say
More reasons to smile
Caring team
Personalized care
Pain-free procedures
Lasting results
Services
General Dentistry
Our general dentistry services include comprehensive check-ups, professional cleanings, and preventive care tailored to maintain optimal oral health. We focus on early detection of potential issues while providing education on proper home care techniques. Our approach emphasizes the connection between dental health and overall wellness through personalized treatment planning.
Cosmetic Dentistry
We offer natural-looking cosmetic dentistry solutions including veneers, bonding, and smile makeovers to enhance your appearance. Our techniques prioritize both aesthetics and functionality while maintaining tooth structure integrity. Patients receive customized treatment plans that address discoloration, misalignment, and other cosmetic concerns.
Sedation Dentistry
Our sedation dentistry options help patients with dental anxiety experience stress-free procedures through carefully administered relaxation techniques. We use proven methods that allow complex treatments to be completed comfortably in fewer visits while maintaining patient safety throughout the process.
Implant Dentistry
We provide comprehensive dental implant solutions for replacing missing teeth with permanent, natural-looking restorations. Our process includes surgical placement and restoration phases, utilizing advanced technology for precise implant positioning and long-term success rates.
TMJ Treatment
Our specialized TMJ treatment addresses temporomandibular joint disorders through non-invasive diagnostic techniques and personalized therapy plans. We combine advanced training with customized appliances and physical therapy approaches to alleviate pain and restore normal jaw function effectively.
People
Paul G. Sternhagen
Dentist
Dr. Paul G. Sternhagen, a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, has completed advanced training at the Dawson Center, Pankey Institute, and Ruddle Center. He specializes in TMJ disorders, cosmetic dentistry, and implant dentistry while maintaining active memberships in professional organizations including the American Dental Association.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, sedation dentistry, implant dentistry, and specialized TMJ treatment for patients of all ages.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients of all ages and offer streamlined appointment scheduling and pre-visit resources.
What makes your practice different?
Our approach combines advanced dental techniques with personalized care, treating each patient's unique needs while prioritizing comfort and long-term health.
Are emergency dental services available?
Yes, we provide emergency dental care for urgent situations with prompt attention from our experienced team.
Do you offer sedation dentistry options?
Yes, we provide sedation dentistry to ensure comfortable, stress-free procedures for patients with dental anxiety.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Traverse City and surrounding Northern Michigan regions including Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, Antrim, and Kalkaska counties.
