ADA Recognized Prosthodontist – Sandy Springs Top Dentist

The American Dental Association (ADA) only has nine recognized post dental degree specialties and implant dentistry falls within several of them.  These specialties range in one to six years of advanced training beyond dental school.  At the end of their post doctorate dental degree, these dentists receive additional certifications in their respective specialties, becoming experts […]

A Prosthodontist – your ADA cosmetic dentist. Sandy Springs

If there was a cosmetic specialty it would probably come under the ADA sanctioned prosthodontic degree.  With the passage of time prosthodontic dentists are gaining popular recognition as patients become more familiar with the advances in modern dentistry.  Of the 170 thousand dentists in the country only about two (2%) percent are trained prosthodontists.  They […]

Oral Health Care of Our Aging Population – Dentist Sandy Springs

Two important oral health care concerns emerging in the United States are disparities in the oral disease burden and the inability of certain segments of the population to access oral healthcare.[1]  Older Americans are becoming a larger segment of our population and suffer disproportionately from oral diseases, with the problem being particularly acute for individuals […]

Teeth Whitening – Dentist Sandy Springs

More and more the aesthetics of teeth are of great importance to patients, including tooth color.  The color of teeth is influenced by a combination of their natural color and the presence of any external stains that may form on the tooth surface.   The type of natural stain and initial tooth color can play a […]

Teeth Grinding – Dentist Sandy Springs

Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. But occasional teeth grinding does not usually cause harm. It’s when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis the teeth can be damaged and other oral health complications can arise. Why Do People Grind Their Teeth?[1] Although teeth grinding can be caused by […]

Dental Advice for Moms-To-Be – Dentist Sandy Springs

Expecting a baby is a very exciting time, and you’re already on the right path if you’re staying on top of your dental health. With the proper dental care measures, you’ll increase your chances of having a smoother pregnancy, full-term delivery and healthy baby. If you’re planning to get pregnant, consider having your teeth cleaned […]

Women and Oral Health – Dentist Sandy Springs

As a woman, you know that your health needs are unique, including your oral health needs. And because your needs are unique, you need to take extra care of yourself.  While women tend to take better care of their oral health than men do, women’s oral health is not significantly better than men’s.  This is […]

Mouthwash and Oral Cancer – Dentist Sandy Springs

There appears to be controversy over whether mouthwash containing alcohol may be related to oral cancer.  This controversy arises out the studies that show a link between oral cancer and the consumption alcohol.  By extension, if drinking alcohol may cause cancer than so should alcohol based mouthwash.  Michael Douglas is the most recent case in […]

The Mercury Filling Controversy – Dentist Sandy Springs

Whenever I hear a patient ask about amalgam restorations (mercury fillings), I wonder why this question refuses to go away.  For decades, amalgams have been considered the primary restorative material for posterior teeth (the ones in the back) because of their long time success.  After enormous amounts of study, the World Health Organization, the FDI […]

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 […]

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