Thurmont Smiles

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Thurmont Smiles
Today we are especially grateful for the trust you place in our team, the smiles you share with us, and the families who walk through our doors. We feel honored to serve this beautiful community and grow with you every year.
Wishing you a day filled with warmth, laughter, good food, and moments that make your heart full

10/31/2025

Smiles, clowns, witches, and a little bit of devilish fun! 🌻😈✨ Happy Halloween from your Thurmont Smiles family!

10/16/2025

Please help Cuddles Cat Rescue and Mr. Meow. If you donate, please let us know. We will enter you in a raffle for a Fall basket or â Labubu as a thank you gift.
Thanks for helping!

🧛‍♂️ Fangs for your support! 🧛‍♂️

Mr. Meow may look like a vampire this October—but his real bite is giving him trouble. 🐾 This sweet boy came to us with painful dental issues, including stomatitis, swollen gums, and tartar buildup. He may even need a few teeth extracted.

The good news: with dental surgery, Mr. Meow can finally be pain-free and enjoy mealtime again! His procedure is estimated to cost $1,803–$2,042. We're about halfway to our fundraising goal. Can you help us? 💕

Ways to donate:
💙 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-make-a-difference-9984
🩷 Venmo: Venmo.com/u/CuddlesCat-Rescue
💛 PayPal: PayPal.me/cuddlescatrescue

📬 Mail:
Cuddles Cat Rescue
3 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788

We’ve also partnered with to make this fundraiser extra sweet! 🍬
All donors will be entered into a raffle for a Labubu collectible or a fall gift basket — just send Thurmont Smiles a screenshot of your donation to enter. 🎁

Thank you for helping us give Mr. Meow a healthy, happy smile again! 🐱💜
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10/01/2025

🐾 Help Mr. Meow Smile Again 🐾

Mr. Meow is a 7-year-old kitty rescued after being dumped at the Wendy’s in Thurmont. 💔 Right now, he can only lick soupy food because his teeth are in such bad shape. He meows constantly — not only because he loves attention, but also because he’s in pain.

✨ We’re helping raise $2,000 for his dental treatment at the Emmitsburg vet clinic. Every dollar and every bag of supplies brings him closer to eating, purring, and living pain-free.

As a thank you, all donors will be entered into a raffle for a Labubu collectible or a Fall Basket. 🎁

📍 How to Help:
• Drop off cat supplies at Thurmont Smiles
• Donate via Venmo/PayPal:

Send us a screenshot of your donation to be entered in the raffle.

Together, we can help Mr. Meow finally get the healthy smile he deserves. 💛🐱

09/18/2025

Back in 2021, I had the chance to share my thoughts on holistic care in this interview with Holistic Health Associates. Looking back now, I see how much has shifted—but also how much remains true. Curious to hear your thoughts after watching it!
Holistic Health Associates Frederick

09/12/2025

🌟 Bright Smile, Bright Future

We’re so happy to have our fall intern with us this season! She’s a local high school student in the dental assisting program at FCC and has already made such a difference in our office.

She shows up on time, jumps in to help wherever needed, eases the load for our main assistant, and keeps everyone smiling with her positive energy. We’re truly proud of her.

Moments like these remind me how important it is to open doors for others — whether you’re a student just starting out or a mom looking for a new career in healthcare. Dentistry is a path full of opportunities, and I’m always happy to share guidance with anyone curious about exploring it. Just DM me or contact our practice. ❤️❤️

08/13/2025

A smile is always beautiful — I’ve always believed that! 💖
It was such a joy connecting with these like-minded, lovely ladies who also believe beauty starts from within.

Thank you, Sass Magazine, for featuring me in your July Beauty issue — what an honor to be part of a celebration of authentic beauty and the women who embody it. 🌸

I’d love to know… what makes you feel most beautiful?
Sass Magazine

07/31/2025

🙏 Gratitude - is the only word that comes to mind as I reflect on my 12 years of journey at Thurmont Smiles.
Today is my dad’s birthday (he is in heaven). My husband and I decided to go forward with the purchase of the practice from Dr. Dexter on this day 12 years ago.
The only intention I had was to make a true difference in my patients’ lives when I was signing the documents. That intention still remains true to this day.
I did not know how the journey was going to unfold. As a new owner, I had to learn how to manage the practice , how to lead my employees, how to improve as a clinician to serve our patients the best possible way. So much learning has happened in past 12 years and I can truly say that I’m a better person, a better leader and a better doctor today because I decided to take that leap of faith.
We have helped people smile, function and get healthier. I truly hope that you feel that we’ve made a difference.
I could not have done this without the support of my backbone- my husband, my family, my employees, colleagues and business associates and above all- YOU- our patients. 🙏
We are so very grateful for your trust and support in making Thurmont Smiles what it is today- a high - tech, healing dental practice. We promise you to better ourselves everyday so we can help you in your dental journey. 🙏
- Dr. Oza

05/13/2025

🙅‍♂️ No implant🙅‍♂️ No cutting down healthy teeth🙅‍♂️ No removable flipper or partial
🙅‍♂️ No traditional bridge
Missing a front tooth and feeling stuck with limited options?
A tooth-structure-preserving “winged” bridge might be your perfect solution—minimally invasive, aesthetic, and completed in just two visits.
We used mild anesthesia only because the patient was a bit nervous at the first appointment—but look at that smile in the after photo!
If you’re tired of a removable flipper…If an implant feels like too much…If you want to avoid altering your good teeth…Let’s talk before you commit to something irreversible.
Ask your questions below—we’re here to help!

05/01/2025

When the sun’s out, the team steps out!
Today’s meeting was all about fresh air, fresh ideas, and improving our new patient experience. We even tackled some tricky insurance conversations—with a smile! It was refreshing to step outside the usual routine and connect as a team. Small changes like these keep us energized and focused on giving our patients the best care possible.

04/18/2025

Still using mouthwash to freshen your breath?Try this instead: coconut oil pulling.This ancient Ayurvedic practice helps detox your mouth, reduce harmful bacteria, and support gum health — all without the harsh chemicals found in most mouthwashes.Just 1 tablespoon of organic coconut oil swished for 5–10 minutes a day can make a big difference.Say goodbye to burning alcohol-based rinses and hello to a cleaner, healthier mouth — naturally.

04/15/2025

Something extremely concerning was diagnosed on one of our 3D scans during a routine hygiene visit—a clogged carotid artery!!Yes, you read that right.

Not a cavity. Not a cracked tooth.But a potentially life-threatening blockage in one of the main arteries that supplies blood to the brain.
This patient had no idea.No symptoms. No pain.But their 3D scan told us what their body hadn’t yet: something was wrong.
At our practice, we believe in looking deeper.Your mouth is not separate from the rest of your body—it’s the gateway.
That’s why we use advanced technology like CBCT scans and oral cancer screenings to go beyond just “clean teeth.”
At your hygiene visit, we screen for:
• Oral cancer (early detection saves lives)
• Airway and sleep-related issues
• Jaw and sinus health
• Clues of heart disease, infection, bone loss
• And in rare but serious cases… even signs of vascular issues like this one.And much more!
This isn’t just dentistry. This is whole-body preventive care.Every visit is an opportunity—not just to maintain your smile, but to protect your long-term health.Because the truth is…We’re not just checking your teeth—we’re watching out for your life.
If it’s been a while since your last visit, or if you’re not getting this level of care elsewhere…We’d love to welcome you to a place where your health truly matters