When Al Pollack decided to enter the Niagara College entrepreneurship program, it was to finally make a change and improve his life. A successful small businessman, he enjoys the challenge of making and growing his business, All Small Engines. He enjoys repairing everything from snowmobiles to lawnmowers. Al helps people continue to use their mechanical investments both in play and to maintain their homes. “The best part of my day,” says Al, “is the face to face communication with my customers.” He learned in his marketing classes that making a great first impression is critical to long term customer relationships. “I didn’t feel comfortable with my smile, it’s the first thing people look at.” Al consulted Dr. Tom Pekar and his team of smile enhancers. “We were able to recreate Al’s smile from a photograph. Al’s unique anatomy called for a special support
that would be provided by mini implants.” Implants act as root anchors for missing teeth and invite bone to grow into the threads. The implants become firmly integrated into the bone over time. “I feel good about myself and my
teeth look bright and even,” says Al. Friends and family have also noticed a difference in his appearance and attitude. “I’m a people person to start with, in general my confidence has increased a lot, I’m happy with my new teeth and new look.” Dr. Pekar explains that in the past, Implant Surgery has meant lengthy surgery and uncomfortable recovery. Mini Implants have changed all that and given people the opportunity to transform not only their appearance, but their whole outlook on life. As for the treatment, Al says “it was not painful at all, it’s hard to believe that implant surgery could be that simple, not even a single stitch. I went home and had supper with my wife Janet.”