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Sonoran Dental Design Transforming Lives Through Comprehensive Dentistry. Sonoran Dental Design is not your typical dentist's office.

Led by Scottsdale dentist Dr. Ann Sielicki, Sonoran Dental Design offers dental implants, dental crowns, dental bridges, & more! We are an innovative practice that goes the extra mile to ensure every visit is efficient, effective, and enjoyable. Led by Dr. Ann Sielicki, our team provides the comprehensive care you need to achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. Our entire team engages in constant, rigorous continuing education through study clubs, workshops, and courses to preserve and improve our expertise. Schedule an appointment at our Scottsdale, AZ, practice today online or by calling us!

10/17/2026

The Art of Dental Assisting | Part 4 🦷

“When did dentistry become an art for you and not just a task?”

For Abby, dentistry was always part of the plan. She knew early on that this was where she wanted her future to be.

For Kyra, it’s the variety that makes dentistry special. No two days are exactly alike, and there’s always something new to learn, experience, or figure out.

For Courtney, it became about the people. Over time, she discovered just how much she loved building relationships with patients and getting to know the people behind the smiles.

And for Chester? There’s something pretty great about creating a temporary crown and seeing the happiness it brings a patient. It’s a small part of the process that can make a big difference in someone’s day.

Four different perspectives, but each one is a reminder that dental assisting is about so much more than the task at hand. It’s about the people we care for, the relationships we build, and the little moments that make the work meaningful.

Sometimes the art of what we do is found in the way we make someone feel. 🤍

10/12/2026

Welcome to Sonoran Dental Design 🤍

If you’re new here, we’re so glad you found us.

We believe going to the dentist should feel a little different. From the moment you walk through our doors, we want you to feel comfortable, cared for, and confident that you’re in good hands. Our space is cozy, clean, and thoughtfully updated, with a warm reception area that feels more like a welcome than a waiting room.

Once you’re in the chair, you’ll find gentle hands, kind smiles, and a team that genuinely cares about getting to know you. We take the time to listen, answer your questions, and help you understand your options so you can feel confident in the decisions you make about your smile.

We also believe great dentistry means combining that personal touch with some pretty incredible technology. From previewing what your future smile could look like to digital scanning and CEREC same-day crowns, we use modern tools to make your experience more informed, comfortable, and convenient. And with rigorous sterilization protocols and a commitment to cleanliness, your health and safety are always at the forefront.

But more than anything, we want you to know that you’re not just another appointment on our schedule. You’re a person with your own story, goals, and ideas about what a healthy, beautiful smile means to you.

So take a look around, get to know our team, and make yourself at home. We’d love to get to know you, too. ✨

Sonoran Dental Design — where thoughtful dentistry meets a genuinely personal experience.

To learn more about us, click the link in our profile!

This full-mouth rehabilitation began with a patient who had several very specific concerns about her smile: developmenta...
09/30/2026

This full-mouth rehabilitation began with a patient who had several very specific concerns about her smile: developmental grooves with staining on her anterior teeth, tetracycline discoloration, extensive Class V restorations, and years of wear associated with grinding and bruxism.

She had previously completed in 2013, but after years of living with the natural shade and progressive wear of her teeth, she wanted to explore what could be done differently. Importantly, she wasn’t looking for an obviously “done” smile. She wanted to improve the appearance and protect against the consequences of continued wear without ending up with teeth that were excessively white, overly long, or inconsistent with her natural appearance.

We discussed how veneers do not automatically mean making teeth longer or dramatically changing their shape. The design can be tailored to the patient’s desired proportions, existing anatomy, and overall facial aesthetics. Shade is equally personal. A beautiful result does not have to mean the brightest possible white.

Her tetracycline staining also made the treatment planning more nuanced. Whitening could affect the different underlying shades differently, and bonding can be particularly challenging when trying to mask or blend with tetracycline discoloration. Rather than making assumptions, we used clinical photography, smile design references, and a preview of her own proposed result to help her visualize the possibilities before making decisions.

During her consultation, Dr. Ann Sielicki further evaluated the options, including how shape, proportion, shade, and function could work together. We also discussed her concern about potentially fracturing a front tooth in the future and then having to match a new restoration to teeth with significant intrinsic discoloration.

The final treatment was a full-mouth rehabilitation, including an implant crown on #19, with the implant placed by AZ Perio. This case is a great example of why comprehensive dentistry isn't about making teeth whiter or replacing worn teeth. It is about understanding the variables that make a smile uniquely challenging — and designing the result around the patient rather than fitting the patient into a predetermined aesthetic.

09/22/2026

THE ART OF DENTAL ASSISTING | PART 2 🎨🦷

What tool, tech, or gadget could you NOT live without when it comes to practicing perfect dentistry?

We asked our four dental assistants, and their answers couldn’t be more different.

🔍 Courtney: Her loupes. Because seeing everything clearly makes all the difference when you’re working alongside the doctor and helping bring every detail of a procedure together.

🤝 Chester: His answer? Making sure he can assist the doctor perfectly. Sometimes the most important “tool” isn’t something you can hold in your hand—it’s knowing what the doctor needs, when they need it, and being one step ahead.

💬 Kyra: Listening to the patient. Her most important tool isn’t technology at all. It’s taking the time to hear what the patient wants, what they’re comfortable with, and what matters most to them.

💻 Abby: The digital scanner and mill. Being able to digitally scan, design, and mill a crown right here in the office can make same-day dentistry possible—and technology like this has completely changed what we can do for our patients.

Four assistants. Four very different answers.

And maybe that’s what makes dentistry an art: it’s the technology, the skill, the teamwork, and most importantly, the people behind it all.

This is The Art of Dental Assisting. 🎨
Stay tuned for more from the women and men who help make great dentistry happen every day.

Office Manager Appreciation Month 🤍This month, we’re celebrating Deb, who joined the Sonoran Dental Design family less t...
09/15/2026

Office Manager Appreciation Month 🤍

This month, we’re celebrating Deb, who joined the Sonoran Dental Design family less than one year ago and has already become such an important part of who we are.

Stepping into an established practice and taking on the role of office manager is no small task. There are countless details happening behind the scenes every day, and Deb has stepped into all of it with enthusiasm, dedication, and an incredible willingness to learn.

She has made this role her own.

She keeps things moving, supports our team, cares about our patients, and brings a steady presence to the office that we have come to appreciate so much. She has a way of taking on challenges, figuring things out, and finding solutions—and she does it all while genuinely caring about the people around her.

What makes us especially grateful is that Deb doesn’t simply manage an office. She has become part of our team. And in a practice where relationships mean so much, that matters.

Deb, thank you for everything you’ve brought to Sonoran Dental Design this past year. Thank you for your hard work, your dedication, your willingness to jump in, and for the incredible job you’ve done growing into this role.

We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished in your first year, and we’re even more excited about what’s ahead.

Happy Office Manager Appreciation Month, Deb! We are so grateful you’re here. 🤍

Photo Cred: Megan Duffy | Phoenix Photographer

Before We Change a Smile, We Need to Understand It.When a young patient presents with significant tooth wear, the most i...
08/27/2026

Before We Change a Smile, We Need to Understand It.

When a young patient presents with significant tooth wear, the most important question ISN’T, “How do we make the teeth look better?”
IT’S “Why are the teeth wearing in the first place?”

This young man came to us with noticeable acid erosion and generalized wear, particularly affecting the posterior teeth. He reported experiencing a period of acid reflux approximately two years ago. At the time, he worked through a food-elimination process and has not experienced reflux symptoms for roughly a year.

We discussed how intrinsic acid exposure can affect enamel and why it is important not to assume that the absence of current symptoms means the underlying issue should be ignored. Because he also sleeps primarily on his right side, we recommended that he discuss the history of reflux and erosion with a gastroenterologist to make sure there isn’t an underlying issue that should be addressed before moving forward with irreversible restorative treatment.

This is an important distinction in comprehensive dentistry. We don’t want to restore the damage without understanding the environment that created it.

The clinical examination also revealed areas of wear and decay on the posterior teeth. We reviewed detailed photographs together so he could see exactly what we were seeing clinically rather than simply being told that there was a problem.

Additionally, orthodontics became another important part of the conversation. He completed one year of traditional orthodontic treatment with Dr. Jay Galati | Orthodontist, and we discussed the possibility of using orthodontic intrusion to improve the position of certain teeth before determining how best to restore them. We reviewed examples and educational material—including an Spear Education video and a previous case—to demonstrate how intrusion can create restorative opportunities while preserving as much tooth structure as possible.
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08/22/2026

20 Years, and Still Keeping Us Humble

“You’re the best... but you’re too expensive.”

Followed immediately by:
“But you gotta pay for great dentistry.”
Okay, sir. We’ll take it.

And then, naturally, he walks out with a casual, “See ya later kid.”

This is exactly why we love what we do. The best patient relationships aren’t always polished or perfectly scripted.
Sometimes they’re honest, a little sarcastic, completely unfiltered, and full of years of trust.

He’s been a patient with us for 20 years - and somewhere along the way, we stopped being just his dental office and became part of each other’s lives.

We’re incredibly lucky to have patients who feel comfortable enough to joke with us, tell us exactly what they think, and still walk out the door saying, “See ya later, kid.”

Here’s to the patients who have been with us for years, trusted us through every chapter, and keep us laughing along the way.
20 years. A lot of dentistry. Even more memories. And apparently... still too expensive. 😆

“I Don’t Want to Do This Twice.”When this patient first came to Sonoran Dental Design, cosmetic dentistry wasn’t in her ...
08/22/2026

“I Don’t Want to Do This Twice.”

When this patient first came to Sonoran Dental Design, cosmetic dentistry wasn’t in her game plan. In fact, she was very clear about it.

She had lived with the results of orthodontic treatment from nearly 50 years ago, including extractions of her first premolars, a permanent lower lingual bar that had never been replaced, generalized wear, recession, and a number of aging restorations. Her priority was straightforward: maintain her teeth and address the areas that “actually needed treatment.”

The more we evaluated, however, the more comprehensive the conversation became. Several existing crowns had open margins and needed replacement. #4 had a failing crown with a distal open margin and lingual fracture. #29 had a large DO restoration with a fracture line. Existing crowns on #20, #30, and #31 also had open margins. On 14 and 15, we took a more conservative approach and recommended replacing the existing restorations with new OL composites rather than crowns, as there were no true fractures requiring full-coverage treatment.

Periodontal health was another important part of the picture. She had generalized recession and bone loss, particularly around the lower anterior teeth. Her commitment to periodontal maintenance every three to four months had made a meaningful difference in managing sensitivity and maintaining the health of her gums. Because of the short roots and compromised bone levels in the lower anterior region, we also discussed replacing the decades-old lingual bar and stabilizing the teeth individually with a new bonded lingual retainer.

And then something interesting happened. After hearing what actually needed to be done, she changed her mind about cosmetic treatment. Her reasoning was refreshingly practical:
“I know I need crowns already, and I don't’want to do it piece by piece. If I'm’getting some crowns already, I might as well do it all together.”

Her goal wasn’t to have a dramatically different smile. She wanted her teeth to feel consistent, function steadily, and—most importantly—not have to keep thinking about dentistry for the next 20 years.
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08/18/2026

Case Review with Dr. Rewan Zineldine

When this patient came to see Dr. Rewan Zineldine, she brought something really special with her — a photograph of herself from years ago.

She had experienced significant wear and tear over time, and she wanted to know if it was possible to bring her teeth back toward the shape, length, and smile she remembered.

That old photograph became an important part of the conversation. It gave Dr. Zineldine a reference for where her smile had been and helped guide the vision for where they wanted to go.

Her treatment began with to create the right foundation and positioning. From there, Dr. Zineldine used chairside composite veneers to rebuild the worn teeth and recreate the character of her original smile.

So, what exactly are chairside composite veneers? Unlike traditional porcelain veneers, composite veneers are made directly on the teeth in the dental chair. A tooth-colored composite material is carefully layered, shaped, and polished by the dentist to change the tooth’s length, shape, and overall appearance — often without having to remove significant amounts of natural tooth structure.

For a patient with worn teeth, this can be a really beautiful option because it allows the dentist to add back what time and wear have taken away while maintaining as much natural tooth structure as possible.

And perhaps the most meaningful part of this case? She didn’t bring in a picture of someone else’s smile. She brought in her own.

The goal wasn’t to make her look different. It was to help her smile look more like the version of herself she remembered.

Yes, this is a real case. And it was about more than simply rebuilding her smile. This patient came to our practice afte...
08/17/2026

Yes, this is a real case. And it was about more than simply rebuilding her smile.

This patient came to our practice after working hard to rebuild many areas of life. Recovery from a difficult season in her life, the loss of loved ones, and years of postponing personal health had taken a toll—not only emotionally, but dentally as well.

Years of accumulated dental disease required a multidisciplinary approach before the restorative phase could even begin. Treatment started with , where crown lengthening created the proper foundation for predictable restorations and implants were placed at #19 and #30. Dr. Thomas at Pinnacle Peak Endodontics completed root canal therapy on teeth #4, #5, #6, #7, #10, #12, and #18, preserving teeth that could continue to serve as part of the final rehabilitation. Periodontal therapy established a healthy environment before restorative treatment could move forward.

Only after each of these phases was completed could we begin her full-mouth rehabilitation.

Every restoration was designed with longevity in mind—not simply replacing damaged tooth structure, but rebuilding function, esthetics, and a stable bite. To help protect the completed rehabilitation, a custom nightguard was delivered at the conclusion of treatment.

Cases like this remind us that full-mouth rehabilitation is rarely about a single procedure. It's the culmination of thoughtful sequencing, collaboration between specialists, and a commitment from the patient to keep moving forward.

One of the things we admire most about this patient wasn't resilience in the abstract—it was the willingness to begin.

Healing isn't always linear, and neither is comprehensive dental treatment. Both require trust, patience, and the belief that what's ahead can be better than what's was left behind.

We're grateful to have been a small part of that journey.

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Scottsdale, AZ
85255

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