Dental Implants
At Metro Decatur Dental Group PC, we specialize in dental implants, a premier solution for missing teeth. Dental implants provide a long-lasting and natural-looking alternative to dentures or bridges. The process involves surgically placing a titanium post into the jawbone, which acts as an artificial tooth root. This post integrates with the bone over time, creating a stable foundation for a custom-made crown that matches your natural teeth.
Our experienced team ensures the implant procedure is as comfortable and efficient as possible. We begin with a comprehensive assessment, including 3D imaging, to determine the optimal placement of the implant. This precise planning helps minimize discomfort and maximizes the success rate of the implant. Post-surgery, we provide detailed aftercare instructions to promote healing and maintain the implant’s health.
Crowns and Bridges
Metro Decatur Dental Group PC offers high-quality crowns and bridges to restore the integrity and appearance of damaged or missing teeth. Crowns, or caps, are used to cover a damaged tooth, providing strength and protection while mimicking the appearance of a natural tooth. Bridges fill the gap created by one or more missing teeth, using adjacent teeth as anchors.
Our process for crowns and bridges starts with a thorough examination and precise measurements to ensure a perfect fit. For crowns, we may need to reshape the existing tooth to accommodate the cap, followed by taking an impression to create a custom crown. For bridges, we prepare the neighboring teeth to support the bridge and take impressions to fabricate a seamless and functional restoration.
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.
Dentures
Metro Decatur Dental Group PC provides custom dentures as a reliable solution for extensive tooth loss. Dentures are removable appliances that replace missing teeth, restoring your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. We offer both complete and partial dentures, tailored to meet your unique needs and preferences.
Our denture process begins with a thorough evaluation of your oral health and a detailed discussion of your goals. We take precise impressions of your mouth to create dentures that fit comfortably and securely. Our dentures are crafted from high-quality materials that mimic the appearance and function of natural teeth, ensuring a natural look and feel.
Root Canal Therapy
At Metro Decatur Dental Group PC, we offer root canal therapy to save teeth that are severely infected or damaged. Root canal therapy, also known as endodontic treatment, involves removing the infected pulp from inside the tooth, cleaning and disinfecting the canal, and sealing it to prevent further infection.
Our root canal procedure begins with a thorough examination and diagnostic imaging to assess the extent of the infection. Using advanced techniques and local anesthesia, we ensure the procedure is as painless and efficient as possible. We carefully remove the infected tissue, clean the root canal, and fill it with a biocompatible material. Finally, we place a crown over the tooth to restore its strength and function.
DeKalb County (/dəˈkæb/, /ˌdiːˈkæb/ də-KAB, DEE-KAB) is located in the north central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 764,382,[1] making it Georgia’s fourth-most populous county. Its county seat is Decatur.[2]
DeKalb County is included in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area. It contains roughly 10% of the city of Atlanta (the other 90% lies in Fulton County).[3] DeKalb is primarily a suburban county.
