Wisdom Teeth Removal – Dentist Sandy Springs
An oral surgeon or a general dentist (even a prosthodontist) can extract a wisdom tooth. Ninety-nine percent of the time our practice refers out to one of our participating oral surgeons. Most of the time the procedure can be done in the office. However, it is possible that you could have the surgery in the […]
Are You Thumbing Your Mouth At Me? Dentist Sandy Springs
If you have a new born or have one on the way, you’re going to find out that infants have a natural instinct to suck as a way of nourishing and soothing themselves. Often, this leads to the child sucking on their fingers, a blanket, a stuffed animal or their thumb. Usually, this habit is […]
The Difference between Dental and Physician Health Care Costs
Sandy Springs Dentist Why the cost of your dental care really hasn’t increased that much? In fact it has either tracked or lagged behind the consumer price index and this is despite all the advances in dental technology. Compare that observation to your medical care costs. If you go in to see your dentist and […]
4 Steps to Promoting Good Oral Health – Dentist Sandy Springs
Good oral hygiene is important for maintaining your overall health. If you believe this and you should, then there are 4 essential guidelines of preventative care to maintaining good oral health[1]: Floss regularly and floss first- Individuals should floss on a regular basis after meals and before brushing their teeth. The reason you floss first […]
How much do dental fillings cost? Dentist Sandy Springs
The cost depends the type of filling material and the complexity of restoration. Amalgams are cheaper than composites but amalgams last significantly longer if you are not concerned about aesthetics.[1] You might think to call a local dentist from the internet and ask. But the problem with a quote over the phone is that each […]
Affordable Dental Implants – Sandy Springs
The cost of dental implants may appear high, but the price continues coming down. And if you consider the benefits, the time involved and the expertise of your specialist implants are worth every penny. To help you understand and appreciate the cost let’s explore the aspects of price and how different dental implants may differ […]
Do Children Grind Their Teeth? Dentist Sandy Springs
Absolutely, yes. Approximately 15% to 33% of children grind their teeth. Children who grind their teeth tend to do so at two peak times in their lives – (1) when their baby teeth emerge and (2) when their permanent teeth come in.[1] Some of this potential grinding is protected or goes unnoticed because of thumb […]
Patient Questions about Dental Implants?
Dentist Sandy Springs Overview: It turns out that there’s a real difference between the questions dental implant patients ask — and the questions they should be asking. The top 5 questions dental patients ask – How much do dental […]
Dental Pulp Stem Cells – Sandy Springs
– may lead to heat stroke treatment Scientists in Taiwan have found that intravenous injections of stem cells derived from human exfoliated deciduous tooth pulp (SHED) have a protective effect against brain damage from heat stroke in mice. Their finding was safe and effective and so may be a candidate for successfully treating human patients […]
A Beautiful Smile Is Precious And Priceless – Dentist Sandy Springs
You know that the shape, shade, length and spacing of your teeth significantly affects your smile? And your smile greatly affects your self-esteem. So obviously, the conditions that impact negatively on your smile include broken, cracked or worn teeth, discolored teeth, missing teeth, crooked teeth, decayed teeth, gaps between your teeth and “gummy smiles.” The […]
The Right Smile – Sandy Springs Dentists
By a multi-specialty practice. The right smile, like all good things in life, is a collaborative effort of your input and our expertise. We’ve found that by truly listening to our patients, your visits become more of a pleasurable experience, rather than just a necessity. Our Sandy Springs dental office is open four days a […]
Cosmetic Dentists, what? Prosthodontist Sandy Springs
The trend these days is dentists calling themselves cosmetic dentists, regardless of the fact there is no such specialty in dentistry. To the contrary of this trend, all dentistry is cosmetic. I don’t know anyone who took the ‘ugly’ teeth class in dental school. Regardless, the fact remains that the majority of dentist are general […]
Dental Insurance – Dentist Sandy Springs
Whether you need emergency service, or just a routine exam, X-rays and a cleaning, you will find that dental costs have remained relatively flat over the past 30 years. About 108 million people in the U.S. have no dental insurance, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. You need to question the […]
Dentist Sandy Springs: How much do Sealants cost?
About 90% of the decay found in children’s teeth occurs in surfaces pits and fissures. To solve this problem, dental sealants act as a physical barrier to cavity-causing bacteria invading the pits and fissures. A sealant is a plastic resin material applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. This material is bonded into […]
Dental Implant Costs: Sandy Springs
The cost of a dental implant can range from $1800 to $5000.00. The exact cost varies in the same way that each patient presents a unique set of circumstances and factors. The variables that may affect the procedure range from the patient’s age, oral health, jaw bone anatomy, bone grafting to whether or not more […]
Dentist Sandy Springs: Why you might be better off seeing a Prosthodontist
(Prosthodontist = ADA cosmetic dentist) Prosthodontic dentists are gaining popular recognition as patients become more familiar with the advances in dentistry and how they can enhance their everyday lives. Prosthodontists are expert dentists with a post graduate ADA recognized degree focused on a complete knowledge of dentistry, where function and aesthetics are melded into the […]
