Practice Blog
Full-Arch Dental Implants: What to Expect from The Onyx Solution
Replacing a full arch of teeth is a big decision. Patients who are living with failing or missing teeth, or patients struggling with dentures often wonder about the same things before they start: what does the process involve, what is included, and how many visits...
More Than a Dental Lab: In-House Expertise Makes a Difference
A dental restoration is more than a crown, bridge, or set of replacement teeth. It should fit comfortably, function properly, and look natural. Getting those details right takes collaboration between the dentist planning the treatment and the technicians who help...
2026 Readers’ Choice Award
Restore Dental Arts is proud to be named a 2026 Reader's Choice Award recipient by the La Porte County Herald Dispatch. Restore Dental Arts has been chosen for this award every year since 2015, and we are thankful to our patients for continuing to choose us!
The Curious Arithmetic of Collaboration: When 1 + 1 Is More Than 2
Provided by Dr. J. David Weber, DDS, FAGD Dentistry is often imagined as a solitary profession. One doctor, one chair, one patient. And while that picture may hold for simple procedures, it quickly breaks down when care becomes complex. In those moments, dentistry...
More Than a Smile: When a Tooth Means More
Contributed by Dr. David Weber, DDS, FAGD I can often skirt the line of sentimentality. When our team meets to discuss our mission, vision, and core values, some might think we overstate the impact of what we do. It is common for me to propose that ours is a...
Rethinking Oral Health as an Investment
Contributed by Dr. David Weber, DDS, FAGD We often hear about investing in our future—whether it's through financial planning, education, or real estate. But what about investing in your oral health? It may not seem like a traditional investment. You may think of...
Carrying the Baton: Honoring a Legacy of Collaborative Care
Contributed by Dr. David Weber, DDS, FAGD I remember running through the shag-carpeted halls of Coolspring Dental Clinic as a child on days when school ended before my parents finished their workday. I passed the time blowing up latex gloves like balloons and, maybe...
A Team-Based Approach
Contributed by Dr. David Weber, DDS, FAGD Dentistry continues to evolve. Our methods, materials, technology, and techniques improve and expand. As our knowledge grows and solutions improve, we are able to tackle increasingly complex problems. While this is undoubtedly...
The Courageous Patient
Contributed by Dr. David Weber, DDS, FAGD Pursuing dental treatment can be a daunting thought. For patients who have postponed care and accumulated pain and shame, the hurdle of the first step may seem insurmountable. Much of the conversation regarding overcoming...
Self-Advocacy and the Savvy Patient
Contributed by Dr. David Weber, DDS, FAGD We commonly see patients who are seeking second and third opinions regarding their best course of action in attending to their oral health. And many times, the presented treatment plans may differ wildly. Patients are often...