In the realm of dentistry, where precision and passion converge, follow the journey of Amy and Gabriel, two exceptional dental professionals whose lives become forever intertwined. Joining them in their quest for excellence and care are their remarkable friends: Dawn, an endodontist with a gentle touch and unwavering dedication; Shane, an orthodontist who weaves artistry into each smile he creates; and Adriel, a pioneering periodontist who values the foundational strength of oral health.
As the boundaries between dentistry and life blur, their stories intertwine like a tapestry of professional brilliance and enduring friendships. Together, they navigate the challenges of their field, celebrate the triumphs of their patients, and embark on personal journeys that reveal that life's most profound connections often form in the unlikeliest of places. This is a tale of precision, dedication, and the unbreakable bonds that flourish when exceptional individuals come together.
Elliot's partner was his whole world, but after Allan's death, his ghost haunts Elliot's dreams. Everyone tells Elliot to move on, but he isn't sure he can.
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It's been a year since the love of Elliot's life, Allan, passed away. Everyone thinks he should have recovered after that much time, but Allan still haunts Elliot every night. He struggles to maintain relationships with his family, and despite a coworkers interest he can't summon up the courage to date. Elliot is living for the past, because to live for the present means he'll have to live with a hole in his heart. But the question Elliot has to face chases him through his monotonous days: is mourning Allan with everything he has truly living?
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