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• posted: Aug. 24, 2021

A bright, beautiful smile is often achieved with braces. The time you spend wearing braces is an investment in the good health and appearance of your smile. However, the doctor Read More

• posted: Aug. 17, 2021

It’s vital to understand the difference between an orthodontic emergency and minor orthodontic issues. Minor issues can be handled the next day, or at your next scheduled appointment. When a Read More

• posted: Aug. 17, 2021
• veneers

Dental veneers are a popular way to improve teeth with chips, stains, gaps or other defects. They're typically made of dental porcelain, ceramic-like materials prized for their ability to Read More

• posted: Aug. 10, 2021

If you’re brushing your teeth twice a day during your orthodontic treatment, the doctor and our team think that’s wonderful! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to Read More

• posted: Aug. 07, 2021
• celebrity smiles,  veneers,  crowns

Since his breakout role as Dr. Doug Ross in the 90's TV drama ER, George Clooney has enjoyed a blockbuster career as an award-winning actor, director and producer. He's Read More

• posted: Aug. 03, 2021

Now that many of the schools in Conyers, Georgia are back in session, the doctor would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in Read More

• posted: Jul. 28, 2021
• tooth pain

Not all toothaches are alike: Some are sharp and last only a second or two; others throb continuously. You might feel the pain in one tooth, or it could Read More

• posted: Jul. 27, 2021

When the time comes for the doctor to remove your braces, it is very exciting. Unfortunately, it can be somewhat confusing, too, because you are faced with choosing between two Read More

• posted: Jul. 20, 2021

Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2021
• braces,  oral hygiene

Wearing braces can pose challenges for your daily life and habits. One in particular is trying to keep your teeth and gums clean. Braces or not, your oral hygiene needs Read More

• posted: Jul. 13, 2021

We’re not talking about tearing up at the end of a sad movie, or that uncomfortable scratchy feeling you get from a coarse wool sweater—no shame in that kind of Read More

• posted: Jul. 08, 2021
• tmj disorders

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic jaw problems. These conditions cause recurring pain for 10 to 30 million Americans, especially women of Read More

• posted: Jul. 06, 2021

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read More

• posted: Jun. 29, 2021

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read More

• posted: Jun. 28, 2021
• root canal

Remembered fondly by fans as the wacky but loveable Carlton on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro is currently in his fifth year hosting America's Funniest Videos. It's Read More

• posted: Jun. 22, 2021

If your child has just gotten braces, chances are it’s a good time to brush up on dental hygiene! Why now? What’s different? And how can you help? Let’s take Read More