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New Beauty: Dr. Peter Harnois' Profile
A True Visionary
With a practice in Downtown Hinsdale and now one in Chicago, Dr. Peter T. Harnois redefined what a trip to the dentist entails through his use of cutting-edge, homeopathic LUMINEERS. With 28 years of experience and an approach that eliminates the use of shots and drills, Dr. Harnois is a go-to dentist for 21st-century smile rejuvenation via the use of contact lens-thin LUMINEERS and zero-sensitivity Sapphire™ tooth whitening.
Focusing his practice on LUMINERS, Dr. Harnois offers individualized results. “Unlike conventional veneers, which can require the dentist to grind away sensitive tooth structure, we specialize in LUMINERS, which are stain-free, reversible and permanently bonded over patients’ teeth,” he says of his two visit procedure that can correct chipped, gapped, crooked, worn, fanged and uneven teeth. “Clinically proven to last over 20 years, requiring no temporary restorations and mor translucent than traditional veneers, there is simply no better option for patients nowadays,” he says. Having performed LUMINEERS on his daughter, wife and niece, Dr. Harnois treats every patient like family. In terms of in-office tooth whitening, he favors Sapphire technology, which can brighten teeth seven shades in 30 minutes.
“Unlike UV-based whitening that can cause a slight burn to the surrounding skin, Sapphire Professional Whitening uses a plasma light to gently whiten natural teeth and cosmetic restorations,” says Dr. Harnois, who lectures internationally and trains other dentists on how to properly place them.
To uphold his regard for patients’ well-being, Dr. Harnois offers courtesy concierge services for out-of-town LUMINEERS guests. His complimentary concierge menu includes airfare and hotel accommodations, a chauffeur to and from the airport, ticket arrangements for local sporting events, shows and tours, and post-treatment spa and salon services. “I don’t believe care should start and end with treatment, which is why I also provide out-of-town LUMINERS patients with a maintenance kit and 10-year warranty.”
Dr. Peter T. Harnois
Chairside style Open, honest, approachable and sincere Favorite part of your job The joy I bring to so many people. Many patients are brought to tears when they see their results for the first time. The emotional outpouring is incredible Hobbies Tennis, bird watching and supporting environmental causes Alternative occupation Field biologist I start each day Swimming, at 4:30 in the morning I’m never without A positive outlook and regard for how I can take the best possible care of my patients
Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Illinois at Chicago
College of Dentistry
Affiliations
Member, Den-Mat® Advisory Board
International Lecturer, Den-Mat
Key Option Leader, Lumi neers
Procedures performed
Smile Makeovers
Teeth Whitening
Cosmetic Dentistry
Lumi neers / LU MITray Procedures
Location
Chicago, Illinois
312.944.5200
888.944.3334
WEB SITE
www.yourlifesmiles.com
Leading the Field
When patients visit the spa-like dental office of Dr. Harnois, they are in for a star-treatment environment, starting with COMPLIMENTARY VALET PARKING upon arrival. Each patient is scheduled with ample time in between to ensure there is NO WAITING TIME FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT . Replete with computer areas for patients’ use, massage dental chairs, ceiling-mounted flat-screen televisions, wood-grain floors, cherry wood cabinets, and residential-style décor, patients are made to feel like they are in a plush, cozy home as opposed to a dental office. “My philosophy involves giving patients the most natural-looking smile in the least-invasive way,” says Dr. Harnois—who uses LUMISmile™ technology to create DIGITAL SMILE PREVIEWS of what patients can expect to look like after their LUMINERS ® procedures. “Patients can pick their teeth’s shades, sizes and colors, and visualize their final outcomes. The procedure is custom-tailored to each patient. No guesswork is ever involved.” Moreover, Dr. Harnois is currently offering COMPLETE SMILE MAKEOVERS STARTING AT $7,999.
“We use the innovative LUMINERS delivery system called LUMIT ray™, a procedure that allows us to apply over eight upper- or lower-arch contact lens-thin Luminers all at once, reducing the time and cost involved.”
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Your Life Smiles in ABC 7 News
ABC 7 News
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/health&id=7128901
November 19, 2009 by Sylvia Perez and Christine Tressel (WLS)
A trip to the dentist's chair can put a lot of people into a state of panic. Some people resort to sedatives or other medication. Others deal with their anxiety by not going to the dentist at all.
However, there is an alternative relaxation method that could bring people back to the chair. An unusual technique is being tested by some dentists that promises to ease anxiety and calm the brain naturally so patients can sit through a procedure without feeling sick with fear.
It may be the drill or the sight of the needle. Whatever the trigger, dental anxiety is real.
"I'm always worried is he going to hit a nerve and the Novocain isn't going to work," said dental patient Laura Morse.
Morse has spent a lot of time at the dentist. Until today, she fought the fear on her own.
"I'm always clenching my hands you know right in my lap," said Morse.
A new kind of relaxation technique, Comfort Centered Care, hopes to address these anxieties. Dentist Peter Harnois believes it's going to revolutionize the field of dentistry.
"A drug free, side effect free natural process that they can walk away from feeling refreshed and rejuvenated," said Peter Harnois, DDS.
It works in three phases. First, the patient takes something which helps induce a calming effect called Gamma Amino Butyramino Butyricaba and ltheanine. Both are naturally occurring compounds found in the brain.
Then it's time for step two. The Cranial Electrostimulation Device or CES. It's been around for decades and is already FDA approved to treat anxiety. It delivers a very light electric current.
"It powers about one millionth of an amp through the brain opening up the receptors saying there's gaba present, lock and key, let's start relaxing," said James Poole, CEO Solace Solutions.
Step three is music mixed with special frequencies designed to move brainwaves into a pattern similar to what happens before we fall asleep. Finally, the patient puts on dark glasses to block out visual stimulation.
"You don't fall asleep but you get in state that you are so relaxed there is no more fear and anxiety. It takes us about seven to ten minutes to get to that level," said Poole.
UIC Health psychlogist Sheela Raja said even simple distraction techniques from TVs to music can work wonders in the dental chair.
"Get a morning appointment it will keep stress from building throughout the day and above all let the dentist know your fears," said Raja.
She warns no one technique will work for everyone but researchers are still looking
"I think we are at an exciting time right now in terms of brain research and leaning more about the relaxation response and it's relationship to brain chemistry," said Sheela Raja, University of Illinois Medicine Center at Chicago.
Through the drilling and suctioning Laura seemed at peace. Dr. Hanois will work for the company training others how to use this technique. He says getting patients this relaxed also makes treatment easier and faster.
"No more nitrous oxide, no more Valium, no more conscious sedation," said Hanois.
This will not eliminate the needle or anesteics but could make the whole experience less traumatic.
"I feel very relaxed more so than I thought I would," said Morse.
There are only a few dentist's using this comfort centered care technique because it is so new. the makers are also looking into using this to treat people with other anxiety disorders.
Solace Solutions, LLC
www.solacesolutions.com
Peter Harnois, DDS
www.yourlifesmiles.com
Mr. USA: Miles of smiles
by Andrew Davis | Windy City Times | 2009-03-25The reigning Mr. USA, Ivan Rusilko, can't stop smiling at me.
However, attraction is not the reason Rusilko is constantly flashing his pearly whites. We are in the Magnificent Mile office of Dr. Peter Harnois, and the cosmetic dentist has just fitted Rusilko with instantly whitening Lumineers, patented porcelain veneers that don't have users looking like Mr. Ed, as Rusilko's photos will attest. ( For more information on LUMINERS, see www.YourLifeSmiles.com)
After finding a corner, fitness model/wine steward/musician/medical student Rusilko talked about the Mr. USA contest, Lumineers and being a Rafael Nadal lookalike.
Windy City Times: How often are you mistaken for [ Spanish pro tennis player ] Rafael Nadal?
Ivan Rusilko: Oh, my God! It is hilarious! I was at New York City's Fashion Week last September, and it was the first time I was on the scene. I was sitting there, acting all Joe Cool, with the sunglasses. Right after the show was over, people asked if they could take my picture. Finally, someone leans over and says, “Kick [ tennis player Roger ] Federer's ass tomorrow.”
WCT: Has anyone asked you for an autograph, and you signed his name?
IR: Oh, yeah—once or twice. The way I look at it, it makes their day. They'll never know. It's not like I'm out there endorsing stuff.
WCT: And you know what? There are worse people to be compared to.
IR: That's exactly right! [ Laughs ] But, yes, I get that everywhere I go.
WCT: Meadville, Penn.: Where is it and what was it like growing up there?
IR: It's an hour and a half north of Pittsburgh. Growing up there? There were more cows in the town than people. I grew up milking cows, shoveling shit, baling hay. I played hockey, and hockey's what it's known for. I was a nice place to grow up as a kid; it's very family-oriented.
[ Also, ] Sharon Stone is from there; we've never met, though. It's also the home of the zipper.
WCT: I'm not touching that one.
IR: [ Laughs ] Fair enough.
WCT: Now, how did you hear about the Mr. USA competition?
IR: I was a model before, and was contacted by the owner; he said he liked my profile, including that I'm a fourth-year medical student. I thought about: I hadn't been to Boston, my mom had never been there. I just thought we'd go and have a good time, but we ended up winning and having a really good time.
WCT: What happens during the competition?
IR: It's modeled after the Miss America pageant. There's the evening wear [ portion ] ; there's the interview part, which is key; and then there's the swimsuit portion. This was actually the first year they had a competition for it; I'm the first elected one. The [ previous ] two [ Mr. USAs ] were cast.
WCT: How did this marriage with you and LifeSmiles come about?
IR: I was at a fashion show in Puerto Rico, and [ Your LifeSmiles' Beatriz Chalas ] is from there. I was referred to her, and she referred me here. It worked out well.
WCT: The Lumineers look great. What's the difference between those and standard veneers?
IR: With regular veneers, they'll take your teeth and shave [ off the enamel ] and build them back up. With these, it's like putting a contact in your eye; it's that easy. It's non-invasive and absolutely amazing, and they last for about 20 years.
WCT: You're all of these different things: model, wine steward, medical student and so on. Do you see yourself concentrating on just one career? Do you think you're spreading yourself too thin?
IR: That's funny, because I just picked up a manager in Los Angeles. I'm now hearing, “It's amazing that you can do all that stuff, but now you have to concentrate on one or two things.” Now, I'm trying to weed things out, so being a musician is now a hobby and being a wine taster is more of a social thing. I love having my fingers in a lot of pies, but I'm now concentrating on the TV and acting thing.
WCT: On your Web site, you have this item called “Club Ivan.” What is that?
IR: Basically, people [ for a certain fee ] can hunt or fish or do something else with me. You get a lot of weird offers, though; I have a lot of people helping me weed people out. Trust me, I've heard it all.
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Choice Chompers
A technological breakthrough is mak-ing dramatic dental makeovers easier than ever. Your Life Smiles, the country’s only dental boutique dedicated solely to Lumineers, recently unveiled LumiTray—a procedure that allows Dr. Peter Harnois to apply up to eight contact lens-thin LUMINERS over exist-ing teeth at once. The result: a bright and symmetrical smile, at a cost of about $6,000 for eight teeth.
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