Family and cosmetic dental practice in St. Paul, Minnesota, specializing in minimally invasive dentistry, cosmetic restorations, dental implants, and comprehensive general dentistry since 1974. Known for advanced technology and personalized patient care with bilingual staff.
Details
Phone: (651) 645-6111
Website: https://stpaulsmiles.com/about-us/dr-gloria-franco/
Languages: EnglishSpanish
Technology: digital x-raysdigital impressionsintraoral camerasInvisalignlaser dentistryBioclearSaliva Check testCAD/CAM onlaysCEREC same-day crowns
Services
Cosmetic
- Bioclear — Minimally invasive restorative system for cosmetic corrections
- Cosmetic Dentistry — Smile design, teeth whitening, veneers, and cosmetic restorations
General
- Anutra Local Anesthetic Delivery System — Advanced local anesthetic delivery technology
- General Dentistry — Comprehensive dental examinations and general dental services
- Laser Dentistry — Laser technology for various dental procedures
- Sleep Apnea and Snoring Relief — Treatment for sleep apnea and snoring
- Teeth Grinding Relief — Treatment for bruxism and teeth grinding
- TMJ Therapy — Temporomandibular joint disorder treatment
Implants
- Dental Implants — Implant placement and restoration for missing teeth
Orthodontics
- Invisalign Orthodontics — Clear aligner therapy for teeth alignment
- Six Month Smiles — Fast cosmetic orthodontic treatment
Preventive
- Preventative Dentistry — Preventive care and patient education
Prosthodontics
- Dentures and Partials — Full dentures, partial dentures, and locator retained overdentures
Restorative
- Crown and Bridgework — All-ceramic and porcelain crowns and bridges
- Metal Free Dentistry — All-ceramic and non-metal restorations
Team
Dr. Gloria López Franco (DDS), General Dentist
Dr. Franco has completed advanced training in Adult Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Implants, Oral Surgery, and Endodontics. She joined the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry faculty in 2014 and has published numerous articles in dental journals. She is committed to continuing education and meets monthly with specialist colleagues to discuss cases.
Dr. Frank J. Milnar (DDS, AAACD), General Dentist
Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Board Examiner. Has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and lectured extensively on composite restorations and porcelain materials. Voted 'Top Dentist' and inducted into 'Top Dentist Hall of Fame' for five consecutive years. Visiting Faculty Member for BIOCLEAR Learning Center and recipient of BIOCLEAR Mastership Award.