Dr. Fred Arnold, III

Advanced Training for Dr. Arnold’s Team

Dr. Arnold and our team travelled to Knoxville, TN for the first American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) two-day Scientific Session on November 14 and 15, 2008.  The debut scientific session on cosmetic dentistry was designed for dental professionals eager to experience the legendary annual AACD scientific sessions in a smaller-scale environment and in collaboration with the Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee AACD Affiliates.  It did not disappoint our team, which has attended nine national AACD Annual Scientific Sessions.  Dr. Arnold, with his terrific staff, is committed to keeping his reputation as the best general and cosmetic dentist in Lexington, Kentucky. 

Linda, one of our top-notch team members commented, “It is great to get away and focus on learning about the latest dental techniques from the top people in our field.  Since we are ‘veterans’ in the AACD world, it is nice to see how we can help our colleagues and still learn some of the most up to date dental information.”

Dr. Fred Arnold added, “I am honored to represent the best cosmetic dentists in the world as Accreditation Chairman for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.  As the only cosmetic dentist in Lexington, Kentucky to achieve the level of excellence in cosmetic dentistry to be awarded Fellowship by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, it is rewarding to be involved in teaching other dentists.”  While Dr. Arnold attended the regional meeting with his team to enjoy the lectures, he will be lecturing at the upcoming Georgia Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in Atlanta, Georgia in January, 2009.   In April, 2009, he will be lecturing in Honolulu, Hawaii at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Annual Scientific Session. 

Both AACD Fellows, Dr. Arnold and Mr. Mike Morris are the only Accredited dentist-porcelain veneer technician team working in the same office in Kentucky.  Dr. Fred Arnold and Mike Morris want to provide you with the best cosmetic dentistry in Lexington, Kentucky.  In fact, our whole team is committed to making your visit to our office as pleasant and rewarding as possible.  To make your first visit even more special, we are offering a New Patient Special:  FREE whitening with your first cleaning, a $325 value at no charge.  In addition, we are offering a Winter Whitening Special for our patients:  1/2 price Zoom In-Office Whitening!  Call us today to schedule your appointment. 

Dr. Fred Arnold, III

Dr. J. Fred Arnold, III is the only dentist in Kentucky and one of 42 in the world to earn both Accredited member and Accredited Fellow status in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD.com). This is the highest credential available and is recognized internationally as the gold standard. Dr. Arnold was elected to the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry as a board member by his peers in 2005. He also serves the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry as an Accreditation and Fellowship Examiner.

Dr. Arnold graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry as one of the top three in his class in 1984. He completed a general practice residency at the Wright-Patterson Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio in 1985. To insure his objective of providing his patients the highest quality dentistry possible, he averages over 100 hours of advanced continuing education a year, even though minimum licensure requirements are only 15 hours per year in Kentucky. Post graduate courses completed include those at Louisiana State University, the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, the Center for Esthetic Excellence, Fahl Art and Science in Aesthetic Dentistry, the Dawson Center, the Eubank Teaching Institute and the Kois Center.

Professional Memberships

• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry – Accredited Member and Fellow, Examiner
• Kentucky Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry – charter member, Program Chairman
• Bluegrass Dental Society
• Kentucky Dental Association
• American Dental Association *Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society

Published Works

• Direct Resin Bonding for Successful Treatment of Class IV Fractures
  • DENTISTRY TODAY • OCTOBER 2007
• Raising the Bar
  • DENTAL ECONOMICS • MARCH 2007
• Accreditation Clinical Case Report: Case Type 2, One or Two Indirect Restorations
  • JOURNAL OF COSMETIC DENTISTRY • WINTER 2004
• Accreditation Bridge Technique for Optimal Anterior Esthetics: A Case Report
  • THE JOURNAL OF COSMETIC DENTISTRY • WINTER 2003

According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) an Accredited member “has completed extensive training and education in cosmetic dentistry. In addition, this credentialed dentist or technician has successfully passed a rigorous Accreditation Board Examination and has demonstrated a very high level of technical skill and ability in cosmetic dentistry.”

Presently there is not an American Dental Association (ADA) recognized specialty in cosmetic dentistry, nor does Kentucky law recognize cosmetic dentistry as a specialty. However, in 1984 the AACD was formed by a group of forward-thinking individuals, dedicated to continuing education in the rapidly evolving field of cosmetic dentistry since it was not being taught in the dental schools. The AACD developed a credentialing process for cosmetic dentistry, which has become the standard of excellence in the field (aacd.com). Dr. Arnold is involved in teaching cosmetic dentistry techniques by lecturing at local and international dental meetings.

Cosmetic dentistry is not a sideline for Dr. Arnold. Many general dentists will dabble in some cosmetic dentistry from time to time. Dr. Arnold does cosmetic dentistry everyday and has performed thousands of porcelain veneers, which are the premier cosmetic restoration used in smile makeovers. Click here for more information on Silks Ultra Thin Veneers.