Distinctive Dental Mission in Uganda, Africa

Most of my dentist work occurs in Apple Valley and Faribault, Minnesota and along with my wonderful staff I’m happy to share my time with patients at both locations. Every so often though, I answer a calling to extend my services far beyond the  boundaries of my two practices in Minnesota. In February 2013 I traveled with St. [...]

How to Care for a Young Child’s Teeth

One common question I receive from parents of young children is how to care for their child’s teeth. Issues like premature decay and even future orthodontic work can be avoided by following some general guidelines and practicing good dental hygiene with your child. Both our offices in Apple Valley, MN and in Faribault, MN accept pediatric dental [...]

New Year, New Smile! Top Tooth Whitening Options for 2013

Professional tooth whitening options are one of the most common questions we receive from our patients, so I thought it would be helpful to go over the most popular options with pros and cons for each. Here they are, in no particular order. Lumineers One popular option for tooth whitening are Lumineers, which are Cerinate [...]

Merry Christmas from Dr. Miller at Distinctive Dental

Christmas is a favorite time of the year for me. One of my biggest pleasures is spending time with family.  One of our Christmas traditions in South Dakota is Christmas dinner, opening gifts and then grazing the treats area, followed by a good tooth brushing of course. On New Year’s Day we gather for a [...]

What to Expect from Professional Tooth Whitening

Many common activities can lead to yellowing or darkening of the teeth. These may include tobacco use, poor oral hygiene, or the regular consumption of certain foods like coffee, tea and soda. Childhood medications or illnesses may also be a cause of unsightly discoloration. If you are seeking a fast and convenient way to dramatically whiten your teeth, [...]

Dental Care and Halloween Candy – A Dentist Weighs in

Halloween has always been a fun time for our family with carving pumpkins and trick or treating.  In fact, I would still go out dressed up and trick or treating if it were socially acceptable!  I have a sweet tooth and have and always will love candy, even though I’m a dentist. This time of [...]

Lumineers for a Whiter and Perfect Smile

For a whiter and more perfect smile, many of my patients choose LUMINEERS, porcelain veneers applied directly to the teeth.  LUMINEERS by Cerinate are among the most advanced technology in cosmetic dentistry and a great cosmetic solution for permanently stained, chipped, discolored or misaligned teeth. They are a porcelain veneer as thin as a contact lens placed [...]

Meet Dr. Charles Miller, Dentist in Apple Valley & Faribault, MN

I loved the television show Cheers. For those that remember, Cheers was about a small town tavern where everybody knew your name and everyone was glad to see you when you came in the door. I always dreamed of having that kind of dental practice. A place where my patients feel like part of the [...]