Teeth Whitening
Metro Decatur Dental Group PC offers premier teeth whitening services in Doraville, GA, ensuring a brighter, more confident smile. Our professional teeth whitening treatments are designed to remove stains and discoloration caused by food, drinks, aging, and lifestyle habits. Utilizing advanced whitening technologies, we provide noticeable results that are safe and long-lasting.
Our in-office teeth whitening process involves the application of a powerful whitening gel activated by a specialized light source. This method allows us to achieve significant lightening in just one session. For those who prefer the convenience of home treatments, we also offer custom-fitted whitening trays with professional-grade gel, allowing for gradual whitening over a period of time.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers at Metro Decatur Dental Group PC are a transformative solution for patients seeking to enhance the appearance of their teeth. These thin, custom-made shells are designed to cover the front surface of teeth, improving their color, shape, size, and alignment. Crafted from high-quality dental porcelain, veneers mimic the light-reflecting properties of natural teeth, offering a realistic and aesthetically pleasing outcome.
The veneer placement process begins with a thorough consultation, where our experienced dentists evaluate your dental structure and discuss your aesthetic goals. After determining suitability, we prepare the teeth by removing a small amount of enamel to ensure a perfect fit. Impressions of your teeth are then taken and sent to a dental laboratory where your custom veneers are created.
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.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a versatile and cost-effective cosmetic dentistry solution offered at Metro Decatur Dental Group PC. This procedure involves the application of a tooth-colored resin material to repair and enhance the appearance of teeth. Dental bonding is ideal for addressing minor imperfections such as chips, cracks, gaps, and discoloration.
During the dental bonding process, our skilled dentists prepare the tooth surface by lightly etching it and applying a conditioning liquid to help the bonding material adhere. The resin is then carefully applied, molded, and sculpted to the desired shape. Once the perfect shape is achieved, the material is hardened using a special light, followed by polishing to blend seamlessly with the natural tooth.
Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays are effective restorative options provided by Metro Decatur Dental Group PC for repairing damaged or decayed teeth. These restorations are typically used when the damage is too extensive for a filling but not severe enough to require a crown. Inlays and onlays are made from durable materials such as porcelain, composite resin, or gold, and are custom-designed to fit the specific contours of your tooth.
An inlay is placed within the cusps of the tooth, while an onlay extends over one or more cusps, providing additional coverage and strength. The process begins with the removal of the decayed or damaged portion of the tooth. An impression is then taken to create a precise mold, which is sent to a dental laboratory where the inlay or onlay is fabricated.
Doraville was incorporated by an act of the Georgia General Assembly, approved December 15, 1871.[5] From its development until the 1940s, Doraville was a small agricultural community that served the interests of a larger surrounding farming area.
At the end of World War II, Doraville was on a main railroad line and had a new water system. General Motors selected Doraville for a new assembly plant. Doraville grew in the late 1940s and the 1950s as a result. In the late 1940s, plans for Guilford Village, the first subdivision, were announced by Southern Builders and Engineering Company. The 112-home subdivision at Tilly Mill and Flowers Roads was to cover some 58 acres. In 1950, Doraville’s population was 472. By 1964, its population was 6,160 and its land area was 1,722 acres. Part of the population growth during that period was because of the annexation of Northwoods in 1949 and Oakcliff in 1958.
