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Luckily, I have been without severe dental issues after having braces in my early teens. However, through the years, I have had many friends and relatives who have undergone a variety of dental services.
My 20+ year career within the restaurant industry gave me the experience and tools to develop and recast recipes that could be enjoyed before, during, and after implants and other dental procedures. The result? Food that can be enjoyed without giving up the pleasure of a delicious, nutritious meal that needn’t take hours to prepare.
Dennis Faleris
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In the past five years, I have undergone two major dental procedures that required a change in my eating habits: I cracked a tooth, and to preserve my smile, I opted for an implant. I never realized how long a process it would be: The various treatments extended over more than a year! Then three years ago, I opted to undergo one of the clear liner tray systems to straighten my teeth and recover my smile. These dental episodes taught me one thing: broth, mashed potatoes, and apple sauce only go so far. For this reason, I eagerly joined my sister’s efforts to develop or uncover great recipes that would suit my future dental needs as well as help others who may be going through the same experiences. I wish all of our readers’ success and health!