Routine Check-ups
At Metro Decatur Dental Group PC, we emphasize the importance of routine dental check-ups for maintaining optimal oral health. Our team of skilled professionals in Avondale Estates, GA, is dedicated to providing thorough and comprehensive examinations during these appointments. During routine check-ups, we assess the overall health of your teeth and gums, checking for any signs of decay, gum disease, or other oral health issues. We also conduct screenings for oral cancer to ensure early detection and treatment if necessary.
Regular check-ups allow us to identify potential problems early on, preventing them from escalating into more serious issues. Additionally, these appointments give us the opportunity to educate our patients on proper oral hygiene practices and provide personalized recommendations for at-home care.
Cleanings
Professional dental cleanings are an essential part of maintaining a healthy smile. At Metro Decatur Dental Group PC, our experienced hygienists in Avondale Estates, GA, perform thorough cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth and gums. Regular cleanings help prevent cavities, gum disease, and bad breath, promoting overall oral health.
During cleanings, our hygienists use specialized tools to remove plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach areas, including below the gumline. We also polish your teeth to remove surface stains and leave your smile looking and feeling refreshed.
Tooth Extraction
You and Dr. Gary Simms, DDS may determine that you need a tooth extraction for any number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed; others may have advanced periodontal disease, or have broken in a way that cannot be repaired. Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned in the mouth (such as impacted teeth), or in preparation for orthodontic treatment.
Dental Abscess
When a tooth undergoes severe decay, or it gets chipped, or broken, bacteria can get in the openings and cause infection. This can also happened with gingivitis or gum disease sets in as well. When this infection travels to the root of the tooth, or between the gum and the tooth, a dental abscess takes place. The most common way to treat this problem is through an incision & drainage procedure.
Mouth Guard
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, effects millions of patients. Usually occurring during sleep, bruxism often can often go undiagnosed. Left untreated (no mouth guard) chronic teeth grinding can damage the jaw and teeth and cause chronic, sometimes debilitating headaches and facial pain. Decatur, GA dentist Dr. Gary Simms, DDS provides treatment for teeth grinding and clenching to prevent damage to your oral health.
Toothache
We often have patients come to our Metro Decatur Dental Group PC dental office complaining about tooth pain. Symptoms often vary widely from one individual to another. Your dentist will listen to your concerns, evaluate your condition and design a treatment plan to alleviate your tooth pain.
X-rays
X-rays play a crucial role in diagnosing dental issues that may not be visible during a visual examination. At Metro Decatur Dental Group PC, we utilize state-of-the-art digital X-ray technology to capture detailed images of your teeth, gums, and jawbone. These images allow us to detect cavities, bone loss, impacted teeth, and other abnormalities early on, enabling prompt treatment and preventing further complications.
Our team in Avondale Estates, GA, prioritizes your safety and comfort during X-ray procedures. Digital X-rays emit significantly less radiation than traditional X-ray machines, minimizing exposure without compromising diagnostic quality. We take necessary precautions to ensure that X-rays are performed only when clinically indicated, providing you with peace of mind.
Fillings
When decay or damage compromises the structure of a tooth, fillings are a common restorative solution to repair and strengthen it. At Metro Decatur Dental Group PC, our skilled dentists in Avondale Estates, GA, utilize tooth-colored composite fillings to restore the appearance and function of damaged teeth. These fillings blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing solution for cavities and minor tooth damage.
During the filling procedure, we remove decayed or damaged tooth structure and clean the area thoroughly before applying the composite filling material. We then sculpt and polish the filling to ensure a precise fit and natural-looking result. With proper care, composite fillings can last for many years, preserving your smile for the long term.
Avondale Estates was founded in 1924 by George Francis Willis, a patent medicine magnate, who purchased the entire village of Ingleside to create a planned community. The city was named after Stratford-upon-Avon, England, birthplace of Shakespeare. Downtown buildings were designed in a Tudor style to reinforce this image, as were many of the houses in the city.[5] The city incorporated in 1927.[6]
As of the 2010 census, Avondale Estates had a population of 2,960. The racial and ethnic composition of the population was 80.9% white, 14.5% black or African American, 0.1% Native American, 1.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% reporting some other race and 2.0% reporting two or more races. 2.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race.[9]
