An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, much to the chagrin of brokers who invested heavily in cure. Get in while prevention’s still hot with today’s Groupon to Afdent- Dr. Roger Pecina and Associates in Mishawaka. Choose from the following options:

• For $69, you get a full exam with x-rays and cleaning (a $349 value).
• For $149, you get a Zoom! teeth-whitening treatment (a $695 value).
• For $199, you get $400 worth of dental services of your choice to be used in one visit.<p>

At Afdent, Dr. Roger Pecina and his smile staff ensure the long-term health of dental dandies with thorough exams utilizing digital technology, oral-surgery options, and cosmetic-dentistry services. During a comprehensive exam, a dentist checks teeth for cavities and stashed lollipops, as well as treats mouthbones to digital x-rays and full cleanings. The 90-minute Zoom! whitening treatment lightens teeth up to nine shades with a simple application of whitening gel and a special light, leaving enamel deposits a gleaming alabaster for up to six months. Though prices for other dental services vary widely based on factors such as tooth condition, oral health, materials used, and gum line-real-estate rates, the price for a single dental filling starts at $130, and Afdent offers free initial consultations and payment plans.

Afdent’s comfortable lobby boasts computers with Internet access, a children’s area with video games, and a snack-and-beverage area with refreshments. More than 20 rooms are set up for patient care as well as entertainment, with flat-screen TVs that broadcast a patient’s fang information and past piano recitals.