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ife is like a marathon… .” This fitting metaphor has many applications, but for Dr. Scott P. Guice there is particular depth and wisdom in the expression. Not only has he completed marathons (and even a triathlon!), but Dr. Guice knows the importance of maintaining course with intent, with precision, and with compassion—much like he runs his dental practice, Lake Norman Dentistry in Huntersville, which completed its own marathon this year by celebrating 20 years in business. “In order to be successful,” Dr. Guice says, “you have to set short- and long-term goals. As with a marathon, if you do not have the goal, you will never know when you have reached the finish line. By setting small goals, you feel a sense of accomplishment when you complete the task.” Dr. Guice’s family arrived in Charlotte when he was just an infant so he is one of the rare, true locals—spending much of his youth camping, boating, and enjoying everything Lake Norman had to offer. It was during these early formative years that a young Scott announced to his mom: “I’m going to be a pediatrician when I grow up!”
DR. SCOTT P. GUICE Lake Norman Dentistry
PICTURED: Lake Norman Patio & Game Rooms’ Maps of LKN by PHD; Bass guitar from owner Brad Doane’s personal collection
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Entering NC State as a pre-med major with his sights set on pediatrics, Dr. Guice would soon discover other opportunities in medicine. “I began exploring dentistry as an alternative,” he says, “and felt like it was a much better fit. I liked the idea of working closely with patients, building lasting relationships, the variety of procedures, and the independence that dentistry provides.” Dr. Guice went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Medical College of Virginia Commonwealth University in 1997. “I developed a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry,” he continues, “because of the excitement and energy gained from rebuilding a patient’s self-esteem and confidence by giving them a complete smile makeover.” Dr. Guice underwent his own kind of smile makeover during his third year of dental school when he met his wife Michelle. After graduation, they married and moved to Huntersville where they started their family. The couple has two beautiful daughters who are the loves of their life: Caroline, 21, and Courtney, 16. Firmly believing you are only as good as the people you surround yourself with, Dr. Guice added Dr. Dylan Sobin to his practice in July of 2019. “Dr. Sobin holds the same values, ethics, and moral standards as I do,” Dr. Guice says, “and his Residency program provided him with extensive oral surgery training which complements the practice.” Both doctors continue their education in all aspects of general dentistry including orthodontics, endodontics, dental implants, and full-mouth reconstruction. Dr. Guice recently completed over 300 hours of dental implant training, as well as becoming a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, giving him the opportunity to provide oral appliance therapy for patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea. “My passion is taking care of other people,” Dr. Guice smiles. “One of the most rewarding aspects of my profession is seeing patients smile with confidence and tell me what a difference I have made in their lives by restoring their self-esteem … and that makes ME smile!” w
WRITER LESLIE OGLE
