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In the highly specialized field of aesthetic dentistry there are quite a few skillful dentists, but very few true artists. Dr. Michael Apa, a partner in The Rosenthal-Apa Group, a private aesthetic dentistry practice in New York City, is one of the latter. Known throughout the world as the pioneers of non-invasive cosmetic dentistry, The Rosenthal-Apa Group, led by Dr. Larry Rosenthal, uses customized porcelain veneers to rejuvenate the smile, creating a more youthful look. In the same tradition, Dr. Apa is pioneering a new approach to aesthetic dentistry called Facial Aesthetic Design (FAD) that creates perfectly natural smiles that fit the face and enhance the appearance. Through this FAD approach, Dr. Apa is effectively creating a blueprint for the future of aesthetic dentistry, raising standards and expectations of the best smile attainable.

A graduate of New York University College of Dentistry, Dr. Apa did his general practice residency at New York Methodist Hospital, and completed a one-year clinical concentration program in cosmetic dentistry at New York University. Technical proficiency came easily to Dr. Apa, and it was early in his career that he discovered a talent that cannot be taught—a highly developed aesthetic sensibility.

Tantalized by the possibility of being able to transform the entire face by merely recontouring the smile using porcelain veneers, Dr. Apa began to research the still-developing field of “Facial Aesthetics”, studying how the composition of individual features makes for an attractive whole. Once he began to scientifically assess facial asymmetries, he determined that he could actually restore the balance of the features by transforming teeth to fit more harmoniously with the face. While “flaws” confer character for some, for others they are merely undesirable, and Dr. Apa discovered that features like a crooked nose, deviated chin or thin upper lip, could be minimized or compensated for by the artful sculpting of a new smile. In addition, Dr. Apa mastered the technique of making porcelain veneers mimic nature, creating teeth that are subtle, natural and undetectable, yet optimally functional.

Today, Dr. Apa considers himself to be a “stylist with and extensive background in dentistry” and has transformed the smiles of many celebrities and models. He was recently named as the Aesthetic Dentist of Record for Elite Model Management due to his uncanny ability to change the appearance of not just a smile, but the entire face through his artistic approach. But whether working with boldface names or not, Dr. Apa finds it intensely rewarding to be able to boost his patients’ self confidence by ridding them of some insecurities about their smiles and ultimately improving their quality of life.

Dr. Apa’s work continues to evolve the field of aesthetic and restorative dentistry, advancing knowledge and challenging conventional expectations for the most natural smile possible. Not content with refining his own work, Dr. Apa also teaches other dentists the art of Facial Aesthetics. Founder of the New York University Aesthetic Dental Society in association with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), Dr. Apa is a clinical instructor for the “Aesthetic Advantage” continuing education program at The Rosenthal Institute for Aesthetic Dentistry at New York University College, as well as a clinical professor for students at the College of Dentistry. Dr. Michael Apa is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and has been published in the AACD’s highly accredited, Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Apa was also recently honored with the coveted Five Star Diamond Award from the American Academy of Hospitality Science, selected as “One of the Finest Dentists Worldwide” in recognition of his innovation, artistry and leadership in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Apa has been featured in publications such as Men’s Vogue and Cosmopolitan and his work has also been profiled in a segment on NBC’s “Extra!”.