POWER OF WOMEN MIAMI
What is your secret to success? Early on, my parents encouraged me to always give my best effort, and to take pride and excel in whatever I did. Our success in our office is a product of that commitment: a result of years of training and the use of the latest techniques and state-of-the-art equipment. We are one of the few offices in which both our facility and our staff are certified in all types of sedation. We offer our patients the highest possible standard of care in a luxurious setting. How do you balance running a business and personal life? The key is “balance.” Having a happy family life definitely influences a positive state of mind, and ultimately, how you are perceived professionally. This positive energy permeates into your office environment and helps make your business strong and successful.
What advice would you give other young women considering starting a business? Go for it! Education and a strong work ethic are basic. Always keep your main goals in mind.
DR DIANE ALVAREZ
THIS PRESIDENT OF SEDATION DENTISTRY IN SUNNY ISLES KNOWS WHAT MAKES FOR A MILLION DOLLAR SMILE AND HOW TO MAKE HER PATIENTS FEEL RIGHT AT HOME.
What is your favorite thing about your business? My favorite thing is the satisfaction that I get when I am able to change a person’s life for the better. I enjoy treating my patients like my family, always trying to make them feel at home: the best compliment is when a patient refers a friend or family member. How would you describe your personal style? Classic, simple, professional. What makes a woman powerful? The way in which you conduct yourself and treat everyone with respect has a lot to do with the way that you are perceived. Power comes from being the best that you can be. What makes a million dollar smile? Since a smile makeover is, for the most part, an elective treatment, careful planning and expertise is paramount. You only want to do this once, and do it perfectly. There is a technical answer to this that is complicated. Basically, a beautiful smile should lack noticeable imperfections. The teeth should have a certain bilateral symmetry and the color should be healthy and go well with the complexion of the person’s skin. The gums should be healthy and the lips should be uniform and compliment the outline of the teeth. All of this would make for a beautiful smile. My greatest sense of accomplishment is after treatment is completed, that first look in the mirror by the patient. That look of disbelief quickly transforms into a newly found confidence. That’s what makes a MILLION DOLLAR SMILE!
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