For a Completely Comfortable Visit – IV Sedation
Some patients find themselves dealing with anxiety over their dental appointments, despite Dr. Ray's gentle touch and concern for your comfort. But you don't have to just "deal with it." At our office, we strive to relieve fear and worry and make treatments easy for you with sedation dentistry.
Dr. Ray has partnered with a dental anesthesiology company to administer IV sedation right here in our office. IV sedation provides the highest level of sedation and takes effect very quickly. It allows us to have more control over the level of your sedation, which is a big advantage over simply taking a pill. Most people who have this method of sedation don't remember their procedure. Time seems to fly by! A one-hour appointment can literally seem like two minutes. The medication is administered directly into the bloodstream, producing deep sedation and an unawareness of the procedure. The level of sedation is very accurate and safe. The technique can be used for long appointments that involve more extensive dental work, as well as to alleviate the concerns of fearful patients.
It is our goal to have you comfortable and relaxed throughout your treatment.
Donald W. Ray II, DMD
Mary Alice Connor, DMD
432 Frye Farm Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 537-0800
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Is Exhaustion Overwhelming You? It's Important to Get the Rest You Need to Maintain Good Health
Plenty of rest and sleep are necessary aspects of maintaining your overall health. You require air and water. You require food and sleep. It is imperative that your brain and body have the time they need to recover every single day. With your main systems shut down in sleep, your body can devote more resources to fight against the attacks of such illnesses as obesity, hypertension, memory loss, and diabetes.
During sleep, your brain and body revitalize themselves. Your body, particularly your heart, amasses stress during the day. When you finally rest at night, your heart slows down and starts to decompress, releasing the detrimental forces it has accumulated. There is a reduction in your blood pressure, and the growth of age-related diseases slows down. Your body needs this time to regroup and store enough energy to prepare for the next day.
Lack of sleep places excessive strain and stress on your body and brain. Heart attacks, strokes, cardiovascular disease, and, in severe circumstances, death have all been connected to sleep disorders.
Donald W. Ray II, DMD
Mary Alice Connor, DMD
432 Frye Farm Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 537-0800
SimplyPerfectSmiles.net
Engineering Straighter Teeth
When your child requires conventional dental care – a cleaning or a cavity repair, Dr. Ray has always been your first choice. But do you know that he also has extensive orthodontics training? Traditional orthodontics typically involve the use of metal or possibly ceramic braces. Steady, gentle pressure in the direction of desired change will correct the position of teeth over time. Here's how it works: Stainless steel, titanium, or ceramic brackets are bonded to the tooth. These brackets work as handles to which other components are attached to move your tooth in various directions. A skinny metal wire known as an archwire connects to each bracket. Using tension, the archwire places pressure on your teeth to move them into place. Colorful (or clear) elastic bands are stretched to hold the archwires to the brackets. As adjustments are needed, archwires of various diameters are tensioned and ligature elastics are changed.
Conventional braces allow Dr. Ray to exert more control over how your teeth are straightened. More complex corrections can be made using this technique. Because this type of braces can't be easily removed and are constantly monitored, there is less risk of problems caused by failure to wear the proper aligner for the appropriate amount of time. In general, braces are worn for two to two-and-a-half years. However, everyone requires a different amount of correction and the time needed will vary by patient. Clear brackets and thin archwires can make traditional orthodontics much more discreet than in the past.
Donald W. Ray II, DMD
Mary Alice Connor, DMD
432 Frye Farm Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 537-0800
SimplyPerfectSmiles.net
Don't Hide Your Smile – Recreate It!
Do you hide your mouth behind your hand when you speak? Or have you developed a very serious, tight-lipped expression? Life is too short, and you're too amazing to continue this way. You deserve a smile you can be proud of. We use the best combination of preventive care, tooth-colored fillings, and restorative techniques for both optimum dental health and aesthetic appeal. Smile makeovers can be accomplished faster than you think and are extremely affordable! Don't wait any longer to have a smile that makes YOU happy! Stop by our office so we may tell you all the wonderful facts about bonding, whitening, crowns, and veneers.
Donald W. Ray II, DMD
Mary Alice Connor, DMD
432 Frye Farm Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 537-0800
SimplyPerfectSmiles.net
Donald W. Ray II, DMD, earned his dental degree from the Temple University School of Dentistry after earning his bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Since then, he has undergone extensive training in general and cosmetic dentistry as well as orthodontics. He has attended courses at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies for advanced functional aesthetics, occlusion (your bite) and neuromuscular dentistry, and comprehensive aesthetic reconstruction. He is certified in Invisalign™ clear aligners but is also highly trained in traditional comprehensive orthodontic treatment. His training in sleep apnea and snoring treatment allows him to offer custom-made oral appliances to help his patients get a better night's sleep, and he has recently trained with the American Academy of Facial Esthetics to administer BOTOX™ Cosmetic and dermal fillers, which can give you a beautiful frame for your great new smile. Dr. Ray is a member of the American Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Facial Esthetics, and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
In his spare time, Dr. Ray enjoys remaining very active. Family is paramount, and spending time with them is incredibly fulfilling. He and his wife of 27 years, Susan, travel at every opportunity. He sets time aside every Tuesday to have lunch with his mother. Enjoying the great outdoors is his therapy for life's demands. He does all the lawn care and landscaping at home and the office, and thoroughly enjoys manicuring the grass or meticulously trimming the shrubs. He is very conscientious and detail-oriented in his personal and professional life. Most importantly, he greatly appreciates the trust and confidence given to him by his patients for his knowledge and clinical abilities.
Mary Alice Connor, DMD, 
is a lifelong dental fanatic. A true candy lover, she spent most of her childhood in a dental chair and dreamed of making it her life's work. During her college years, she started a Head Start Dental program in Meadville, PA, and founded the Future Dentist's Club at Allegheny College before her early acceptance into the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. After graduating, Dr. Connor trained at the Pittsburgh University Drive Veteran's Administration Hospital General Practice Residency for advanced and hospital dentistry. She has worked in many wonderful private and group practices throughout the years, and has earned Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, an achievement reached by a very small percentage of dentists in the U.S. She considers it a great honor and responsibility when a person trusts her to take care of their teeth. That means everything to her.
Dr. Connor and her husband Gary have been married for over 30 years, and have lived in Erie, Edinboro, and now Greensburg. They are very proud of their two adult daughters, Lauren and Rebecca.
Donald W. Ray II, DMD
Mary Alice Connor, DMD
432 Frye Farm Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 537-0800
SimplyPerfectSmiles.net
