Dr. Shawn Essey / Fox Chapel Smiles

Dr. Shawn Essey / Fox Chapel Smiles Dr. Essey is originally from Monessen, Pennsylvania and graduated from Monessen High in 1982. He rec

08/25/2026

There’s nothing like a nature hike! See today’s blog for suggestions for making sure you don’t forget your dental health when you’re out on the trail. (And don’t worry—they won’t weigh you down!)

Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—a little plastic dental floss dispenser. How much do...
08/18/2026

Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—a little plastic dental floss dispenser. How much do you know about that sturdy string? Let’s find out in today’s blog!

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

Have you ever wondered what the purpose of a dental crown is? Today’s blog explains how it can restore the health and fu...
08/11/2026

Have you ever wondered what the purpose of a dental crown is? Today’s blog explains how it can restore the health and function of a tooth.

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

As the school year gets under way, you’ve got a lot going on. New classes. New teachers. New activities. New books and s...
08/04/2026

As the school year gets under way, you’ve got a lot going on. New classes. New teachers. New activities. New books and supplies and . . . well, it’s a lot! In today’s blog, we have suggestions for how to enjoy your school year with a confident, healthy smile.

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

Protecting tooth enamel is one of the best ways to prevent cavities. For some educational and entertaining experiments y...
07/28/2026

Protecting tooth enamel is one of the best ways to prevent cavities. For some educational and entertaining experiments you and your child can do at home to see how our enamel works, today’s blog has some suggestions!

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

Gum recession occurs gradually, so you may not even notice it! Read today’s blog to learn how to spot the warning signs.
07/21/2026

Gum recession occurs gradually, so you may not even notice it! Read today’s blog to learn how to spot the warning signs.

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

Are you up on your vitamin and mineral intake? A healthy diet is part of a healthy lifestyle, for your body and your smi...
07/14/2026

Are you up on your vitamin and mineral intake? A healthy diet is part of a healthy lifestyle, for your body and your smile. Learn more in today’s blog!

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

Summer is a time for fun and smiles, and a dental emergency can really put a damper on your vacation. Read today's blog ...
07/07/2026

Summer is a time for fun and smiles, and a dental emergency can really put a damper on your vacation. Read today's blog to find out how you can avoid dental emergencies and enjoy your time in the sun!

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

When the goal is to teach your child good brushing habits, don’t forget to make it fun! Learn how on today’s blog!
06/30/2026

When the goal is to teach your child good brushing habits, don’t forget to make it fun! Learn how on today’s blog!

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

Prevention is the key to oral health at any age. You can prevent childhood tooth decay with simple tips from today's blo...
06/23/2026

Prevention is the key to oral health at any age. You can prevent childhood tooth decay with simple tips from today's blog.

Pittsburgh dentist, R Shawn Essey, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

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1000 Gamma Drive Suite 620
Pittsburgh, PA
15238

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm

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