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Dental Emergencies and the Holiday Season

As we head into the holiday season, we look forward to spending time with family and friends, enjoying a little time off and eating delicious food. The last thing on our minds is a dental emergency, yet the holiday season can be ripe for them because we tend to break out of our daily routines. […]

Effective Treatment for TMJ headaches and pain

The TMJ (temporomandibular joint or jaw joint) is the joint that connects the lower jaw and the skull. It is the joint that you use to talk, chew or yawn.   TMJ Disorder (TMD) is the improper functioning of the jaw joint. TMJ Disorder can be caused by the jaw joint going out of alignment. […]

Five Qualities to Seek in an Emergency Dentist

You bite into a Waldorf salad and hear a loud a crack. You’re hoping it’s just a piece of walnut shell, but find out that it was a filling. Your child has managed to get a tooth knocked loose with a soccer ball—on a Saturday. Dental emergencies can vary a great deal and come any […]

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Are you looking for a dentist in the Atlanta area? We provide dental services for the entire family—from cleanings and checkups to complex full-mouth restorations and smile makeovers. Dr. Padolsky is one of the highest-credentialed dentists in Georgia. His extensive years of training and experience enable him to provide the best possible care to patients. […]

Gum Disease Treatment

What is gum disease? Gum disease is an inflammation of the gum line that if left unchecked, can affect the bone surrounding your teeth. As gum disease is the number-one cause of tooth loss among adults, early detection and treatment can go a long way in helping you maintain a healthy smile. Dr. Padolsky and […]

How do you know if you have a dental emergency?

How do you know if you have a dental emergency? What is a dental emergency? A dental emergency is any kind of injury or trauma to the tooth or the surrounding tissue that requires immediate medical attention. Pain is a common symptom of a dental emergencies, but not all dental emergencies involve pain. Common signs […]

Gentle Tooth extractions in Atlanta

Reasons for tooth extractions Dr. Padolsky strives to save teeth whenever possible, but it may be necessary to extract teeth under certain circumstances. Damaged tooth –  if a tooth is too damaged or decayed to be saved, an extraction may be recommended Implant placement – one or more teeth may need to be extracted to […]

General Dentist

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General dentistry covers a broad range of services—from routine cleanings and gum maintenance to fillings, crown bridges, and major restorative actions. Your general dentist diagnoses, treats and oversees you and your family’s dental treatment, so choosing an excellent one can increase your chances of maintaining a healthy and beautiful smile. Choosing right general dentist Here […]

Emergency Dentist

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Same-day Dental Emergency Treatment Do you have a dental emergency? Quickly handling dental emergencies can prevent them from becoming even bigger problems down the road. Dental emergencies are high-priority in our office. If you suspect that you or a family member has a dental emergency, please contact us immediately, so that we can get you […]

Tooth Extractions

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Dentists typically try to save teeth whenever possible, but when a tooth is badly damaged or decayed, extraction may be the best solution. Extractions may also be needed to remove wisdom teeth or place implants. To Extract or Not to Extract Here are some of the factors that might be considered when deciding whether to […]