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Franco & Associates Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Snelling Hamline★ 4.8 (264 reviews)✓ Accepting new patients

120 Snelling Ave, St Paul, Minnesota, 55104

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Leading family and cosmetic dental practice in St. Paul serving since 1974, specializing in minimally invasive dentistry, cosmetic restorations, dental implants, and comprehensive general dentistry with advanced technology.

Details

Phone: (651) 645-6111

Website: https://stpaulsmiles.com/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=organic

Languages: EnglishSpanish

Technology: digital x-raysdigital impressionsintraoral camerasInvisalign clear alignerslaser dentistryCAD/CAM onlaysAnutra Local Anesthetic Delivery SystemSaliva Check test

Services

Cosmetic

  • Bioclear — Minimally invasive restorative technique for natural-looking restorations
  • Cosmetic Dentistry — Smile design, porcelain veneers, composite veneers, bleaching, and smile makeovers
  • Metal Free Dentistry — All-ceramic and tooth-colored restorations without metal

General

  • General Dentistry — Routine dental care and examinations
  • Laser Dentistry — Laser-assisted dental procedures
  • Sleep Apnea and Snoring Relief — Treatment for sleep apnea and snoring
  • Teeth Grinding Relief — TMJ therapy and teeth grinding treatment
  • TMJ Therapy — Temporomandibular joint disorder treatment

Implants

  • Dental Implants — Complete tooth replacement with dental implants and all-porcelain crowns

Orthodontics

  • Invisalign Orthodontics — Clear aligner treatment for teeth alignment
  • Six Month Smiles — Accelerated clear aligner treatment

Preventive

  • Minimally Invasive Dentistry — Conservative approach to dental treatment preserving tooth structure
  • Preventative Dentistry — Comprehensive dental examinations and preventive care

Prosthodontics

  • Dentures and Partials — Complete dentures, partial dentures, and locator retained overdentures

Restorative

  • Crown and Bridgework — All-ceramic crowns and bridges
  • Inlays and Onlays — CAD/CAM inlays and onlays for tooth restoration

Team

Dr. Gloria López Franco (DDS), General Dentist
Advanced training in Adult Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Implants, Oral Surgery, and Endodontics. Published numerous dental journal articles. Teaching staff at University of Minnesota School of Dentistry since 2014. Volunteers for family and women's charities.
Dr. Frank J. Milnar (DDS, AAACD), General Dentist
Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Board Examiner for accreditation. Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles on composites, shade selection, and porcelain materials. Co-founder of Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Voted Top Dentist for five consecutive years. BIOCLEAR Mastership Award recipient. Visiting Faculty Member for BIOCLEAR Learning Center.

What patients say

Vibe: professional

The practice receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (10 of 15 five-star ratings) with strong patient loyalty spanning decades. Dr. Franco and her hygienists are consistently praised for skill, gentleness, and attention to detail. However, recurring complaints about scheduling delays and at least one case of questionable filling quality suggest operational and technical inconsistencies that detract from an otherwise excellent reputation.

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