ABOUT US

The Jacobs Smile Center of Escanaba, Michigan has been at the forefront of family and cosmetic dentistry for over 30 years. We know that a healthy mouth is necessary for having good whole-body health. Dr. Paul Jacobs and the team use best practices in cosmetic dentistry smile enhancement, the latest medical research, and state-of-the-art technology to offer patients in the Upper Peninsula the highest quality of modern dental care.

We are a team of dental professionals with a passion for enhancing our patients’ health and image – creating “healthy beautiful smiles.” We’re dedicated to making your visits to our office comfortable and educational. We pride ourselves in placing the individual needs of our patients first, and we strive to provide state-of-the-art services to keep your mouth in the most healthy, attractive condition possible. Feel free to ask questions about treatment alternatives or new procedures in cosmetic dentistry.

Our team is committed to you and your dental health. We draw from years of experience in dentistry, and from a focus on continuing education and sound business practices. Our goal is not only to provide the best care options available today but to make these options affordable. Our business team will work with you to keep the financial aspects of your care comfortable as well.

PAUL JACOBS, DDS, D,ABDSM

Paul Jacobs is a third generation dentist, practicing general, cosmetic and sleep dentistry since graduating from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 1983. Dr. Jacobs has gained a reputation as an early adopter of new technologies and shares his expertise with national audiences including dentists, hygienists, physicians and other health-care providers. He is a global leader in bacterial DNA testing for periodontal pathogens and is the developer of Perio360, a bacterial based protocol for diagnosis and treatment planning for non-surgical periodontal therapy. He is also the developer of the Reversible Trial Lip Repositioning Technique for Gummy Smiles, which was recently published in the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, as well as the creator of Murano Smiles, a digitally based smile design application for cosmetic dentists.

Dr. Jacobs consults with dental teams in the areas of leadership and team building. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Director of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, member of the Michigan Academy of Sleep Medicine, the Michigan and American Dental Associations and a Fellow of the International Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics. He and his wife, Paula, are co-founders of the Care Free Dental Clinic in Escanaba, MI, where Dr. Jacobs serves as dental director. He is also the Dental Director of Upper Peninsula Sleep Dentistry which is an Accredited Facility by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

PAULA JACOBS, RN

Paula attended Michigan State University and received her R.N. degree from Butterworth Hospital School of Nursing in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her nursing career includes experience in Surgical ICU, ER, home health, as well as a stint as instructor in clinical pharmacology. Paula has been actively involved with patient education in the areas of sleep medicine, nutrition, smoking cessation and non-surgical gum therapy for over 10 years. She is a co-founder and Past President of the Board of the Care Free Dental Clinic, Inc. She has also served as chairman of the board for the OSF St. Francis Hospital Foundation. Paula and her husband Paul are founding members of The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health, an organization focused on dentistry’s effect on overall health.