Cahaba Heights Business Spotlight: Spink Dentistry and Sleep Birmingham
Spink Dentistry is committed to thoughtful care in all areas of dental health. With more than 30 years of experience, Bruce T. Spink, a graduate of the University of Alabama School of Dentistry, brings a level of expertise to all aspects of his practice, which encompasses general dentistry, cosmetic dental care and the treatment of sleep apnea.
“Compassionate listening combined with thoughtful diagnosis leads to proper treatment and healthy results,” Dr. Spink said. “We want to discover what the patient wants and deliver their desires in a friendly, pain-free way.”
Dr. Spink’s experience, his passion for continuing education and staying on the cutting edge of dental technology is what makes a difference in how he is able to care for his patients. Spink Dentistry emphasizes cosmetic dentistry, such as cosmetic bonding, porcelain veneers and Invisalign.
For patients with other significant issues, Dr. Spink may use implants or crowns to restore worn or lost teeth. In addition, Spink Dentistry can provide same-day crowns through technology that allows them to eliminate impressions, temporary crowns and a second appointment.
“Our same-day crowns are very beneficial to our patients,” said Meredith Spink, an assistant who is certified in Digital Dentistry. “Instead of taking impressions, we are able to scan in the mouth, design and deliver a permanent crown to our patients in less than 2 hours.”
“Our goal is to obtain optimal oral health for the patient, so their overall general health is maximized,” Dr. Spink said.
“After more than 30 years of practicing dentistry, this is the first time Dr. Spink has ever advertised a service,” Meredith said.
The death of a friend from the effects of sleep apnea lead Dr. Spink’s passionate search to learn about the cause and treatment for apnea. The use of a CPAP machine has been and is the standard course of treatment. However, with 50-75 percent of people unable to cope with this type of treatment, Dr. Spink saw a place for oral appliance therapy to help these patients.
“Dr. Spink is eager to bring awareness to the fact that there is an alternative that works,” Meredith said.
Dr. Spink is now one of Alabama’s leading authorities in the area of the treatment of sleep apnea. Many different oral appliances can be used as an alternative, and through extensive research, he has narrowed it down to a select few that he finds most successful, including the DNA device.
“The DNA is a valuable appliance gaining airway volume for the patien,” Dr. Spink said.
He is the only dental sleep professional in Alabama certified to administer the DNA device.
“Our appliances are patient compliant, durable, and they work,” he said.
Dr. Spink will meet with the patient for a 30-minute free sleep consultation to assess their needs, ranging from snoring to mild/moderate/severe sleep apnea.
Spink Dentistry, located at 4005 Crosshaven Drive, is open Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday from 7a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed Friday. For more information call 205-967-8555 or visit spinkdentistry.com or sleepbham.com.