"It starts with the smile...If you restore the smile, you restore the face. If you restore the face, you restore the spirit."

-Michele Magne

Dr. Matt Patterson

Dr. Matt Patterson

Upon completion of his undergraduate studies (B.A., English Literature) at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Patterson began his dental training at Temple University´s School of Dentistry. It was during his first year at Temple that he and Dr. Votilla met and became fast friends.

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Dr. Vince P. Votilla

Dr. Vince P. Votilla

Dr. Votilla has trained with some of the world´s most prominent cosmetic dental specialists.

He is rapidly becoming known as Lancaster area´s leading dentist for people who want cosmetic dentistry.

A Different Approach to Dentistry

A Different Approach to Dentistry

Our practice is based on the philosophy of providing dentistry for life. This means that our patients are active partners in a process with long-term goals, which begins with our thorough understanding of their wishes, reservations, hopes and expectations.

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Intra-oral Cameras:

Pen-sized diagnostic cameras allow us to detect decay in hard to reach areas of the mouth and even give meticulous attention to a single tooth if necessary.

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Full-mouth X-rays:

Our panoramic x-ray equipment travels around the patient´s mouth, giving us a clear image of complete oral structure including the sinuses.

Welcome to Patterson / Votilla Dentistry

Patterson Votilla Staff Picture Welcome to Patterson / Votilla Dentistry

Patients often tell me the dentistry we practice is like nothing they have ever experienced. More thorough, more state-of-the-art, and more tailored to meet individual needs. It´s an approach that takes dentistry to what we truly believe is a new level.

From the health of our patients´ jaw and chewing muscles, to their teeth and gums, the balance and comfort of their bites, and the aesthetics of their smiles, our team is committed to helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health, and the happiness that goes with enhanced looks and a breathtaking new appearance.

Dr. Matt Patterson tackles mystery of skeletons at Duffy’s Cutlink opens in new window

Dr. Matt Patterson tackles mystery of skeletons at Duffy’s Cut

Dr. Matt Patterson recently volunteered to help solve the mystery of Duffy´s Cut.

Last month, researchers at Immaculata University announced they finally discovered the resting place of 57 Irish workers in the woods of East Whiteland Township in Chester County.

Patterson is a part of a growing research team that has made strides in the Duffy´s Cut project.

Since the discovery of the grave last month using advanced ground radar from the University of Pennslyvania, more researchers and institutions have taken an interest in it.

How Dentists Can Increase the Oral Cancer Survival Rate

Dr. Matthew Patterson at Dentistry for Life in Lancaster constantly looks for newer and better ways to uncover potential oral cancers in his patients before the cancers reach high stages of development or metastasize to other body parts.

“There are several ways to look for oral cancer,” Patterson explains. “One is a visual exam. Our hygienists can see the upper throat, lips, inside the mouth. They also can do bi-manual palpation, feeling the lips, the cheeks, the floor of the mouth and the tongue for lumps or bumps that don´t belong there.”

Additionally, Patterson uses a VELscope (a device that uses a specific light wavelength) to detect abnormal, potentially cancerous, tissues when his hygienists bring a questionable area to his attention.