Frowns turn into smiles, gray becomes white, crooked shifts to straight.- these are but a few of the enhancements that Dr. Basil and Dr. George can help you to achieve. What are we talking about? Your teeth.. Research shows that your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. A beautiful smile can create the appearance of looking younger, healthier, more successful and even sexier. Even in the rare instance when nature was good enough to give us a perfect beautiful smile we all abuse our teeth in normal day to day living. Coffee, sugar, smoking -There are numerous types of abuse we do to them daily. This is not to mention the fact that, some of us just aren't born with teeth that match the rest of our beauty. Unfortunately, there is no magical pill to change or rearrange what you have, but salvation is available at Dental Illusions which was founded and is owned by Dr. George Saliba and Dr. Basil Moukarim.

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"It is very rewarding when I see someone look in the mirror and I notice an immediate change in their confidence level," says Dr. Moukarim, "At this point I know I have materialized their expectations." With emphasis on aesthetics and cosmetic dentistry Dr. Saliba and Dr. Moukarim continue to cater to general dentistry. By attending numerous continuing education seminars, Dr. Saliba and Dr. Moukarim stay up to date with the latest dental procedures and techniques. "

"We treat each and every patient as we would our own family members. This warrants providing only the best treatment options available," says the Drs. "We blend art and science into dentistry," says Dr. Saliba, "thus providing both function and aesthetics to create a world of possibilities to enhance your life."

The state-of-the-art facility has all the comforts of a 5 start hotel with a Mediterranean Villa appeal. Our biggest compliment is when a patient says they feel like they are in a home rather than a dental office, explain the Drs. Comfort elements are provided that are not usually seen in dental practices. Your experience begins as you walk through the etched front door and into the lobby which was designed to have the appearance of an extension of your living room at home. As you look around the room you are mesmerized by the seven foot aquarium. Looking up, you notice planter lined balconies filled with olive branches. You will then be escorted to one of our eight patient rooms-with-a-view.

Each room is equipped with the latest amenities such as DVDs so you can enjoy your favorite movie while taking care of your dental needs.

Dr. Saliba and Dr. Moukarim have assembled a team of friendly professionals who cater to their patients. We have achieved this by maximizing our attention to patients concerns, comfort and trust, along with minimizing uncertainty. It's all about the human touch and a comforting experience, conclude the Drs.

We invite you to explore the possibility of finding the new you through Dental Illusions.

Dr. Saliba

Dr. Saliba came to Houston to pursue his academic career at the University of St. Thomas, where he completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. He then attended the University of Texas dental School, at the Houston Medical Center, where he fulfilled his post graduate studies and training, earning his Doctor of Dental surgery degree.

Since then he has taken, and persists in taking numerous continuing education courses that cover a wide myriad of Dental procedures, emphasizing in Cosmetic dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation and advanced dental techniques, helping him provide optimal dental care for all his patients.

Dr. Saliba has been practicing in the Northwest Houston Champions Area since 1996, sharing a practice with Dr. Basil M. Moukarim. He has an affiliation with multiple Professional organizations nationally and internationally, forming worldwide alliances, allowing him to keep in touch with global treatment philosophies. Dr. Saliba, in association with Hoya ConBio, a laser Company, educates many Dental professionals worldwide about the numerous and innovative Laser dentistry treatment modalities used in his practice every day.

Dr. Moukarim

After completing his undergraduate studies in Biology, Chemistry and Philosophy, Dr. Moukarim attended Baylor College of Dentistry where he received his Doctor Of Dental Surgery degree. By maintaining his pursuit of education, Dr. Moukarim has completed numerous hours of advanced dental continual educational courses in many fields of Dentistry. This has enabled Dr. Moukarim to continue to provide innovative and proven dental techniques to his patients.

Dr. Moukarim shares a practice with Dr. George Saliba in the North West Houston area of Champions. While providing general and family dental services, the practice specifically caters to the patient with discriminating tastes who require the latest procedures in Cosmetic Dentistry. As a member of various dental professional organizations keeps Dr. Moukarim is affiliated with other dental professionals locally and internationally. Dr. Moukarim belongs to the Houston Dental Society, Texas Dental Association, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry as well as the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.