Monthly visits to get your braces tightened or adjusted may not be the most favored part of having braces, but it is necessary none the less. In fact, if these appointments never happened, your orthodontic treatment goals would never be achieved. Besides making time in your busy schedule to stop in for an orthodontic visit,… Continue Reading about What to Know Before Braces Tightening
Bad breath does not discriminate on age. Both children and adult can develop bad breath, which is medically termed halitosis. However, when it comes to kids, it is often the parents who recognize it and become concerned. There’s nothing like snuggling your sweet toddler, only to immediately back away at the overpowering odor of their… Continue Reading about Is My Child’s Bad Breath Normal or Cause for Concern?
While plain water is by far the safest and healthiest beverage to drink, many kids are lured by more flavorful alternatives. Unfortunately, there is a large selection of sugar-packed beverages that can be a serious threat to your child’s dental health. While many parents are careful to limit candy and sugary snacks throughout the day,… Continue Reading about Is Your Child’s Drink Wrecking Their Smile?
At Georgia Orthodontics & Children’s Dentistry, we are proud of our ability to provide excellence in both pediatric dental care and orthodontic care. In doing so, we can offer a number of valued benefits to our patients. While the convenience of having dental care and orthodontics under one roof is obvious, there are ways it… Continue Reading about The Value of Combined Care
You may not be able to control whether or not your teen needs orthodontic treatment, but with today’s modern solutions, you can certainly choose to make it less bearable. While most people are less than thrilled at the thought of getting metal braces, these unsightly brackets and wires can be especially unwelcome by a teenager.… Continue Reading about Why Your Teen Will Love Invisalign
Mouth rinses, or mouthwash, come in all different brands and types. There are even some that are safe for children to use on a daily basis. To determine which mouthwash is best for pediatric patients, you must understand a few things about mouthwash. First, there are generally two different kinds, cosmetic and therapeutic. As your… Continue Reading about Is It OK For My Child To Use Mouthwash?
The Academy of American Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children visit the dentist for the first time by age 1, or within six months of getting their first tooth – whichever comes first. So why is age 1 the magic number? Isn’t this too early? You may feel that it is silly or unnecessary to bring… Continue Reading about First Dental Visit: Why Age 1?
When it comes to fluoride, you probably think of children’s dental care. However, fluoride isn’t just for kids. Fluoride is a valued mineral source that benefits smiles at all ages. Besides getting your fluoride from city tap water or your daily toothpaste, patients can also get a fluoride treatment at their dental office as part… Continue Reading about The Importance of Fluoride at All Stages of Life
While recent statistics show that nearly 20% of orthodontic patients are adults, it is still hard for many adults to come to terms with the thought of getting braces later in life. The truth is, “adult braces” doesn’t always mean wearing metal brackets and bands for multiple years. In fact, there are newer, more advanced orthodontic… Continue Reading about 5 Reasons to Consider Adult Braces
There are many orthodontic treatments available today. Beyond traditional brackets and bands, patients may now opt for a unique aligner therapy system such as Invisalign. The aligners look and feel much like a custom tray for teeth whitening. Besides their obvious advantage of a clear, discreet design, Invisalign also provides benefits towards your oral health… Continue Reading about How Invisalign Can Protect Your Gum Health
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"The dentists and technicians at Georgia Orthodontics and Children’s Dentistry are amazing!! They put my granddaughter at ease right away, and the trust they fostered in her led to a smooth and seamless procedure. I couldn’t be happier!!!"
Paula M.
"Dr. Patel and his staff was absolutely amazing. Great service, great hospitality, and great customer service overall. I enjoyed my time here and I will definitely recommend everybody to come here if they need braces for sure. They have affordable payment plans and all."
Dekyas C.
"I was skeptical about going back into braces. Since this was my second round, I wanted something fast and affordable. I met with Dr. Patel and he was fantastic! He gave me different options, he was very detailed and he answered all my questions."
Karem M.
"Dr. Patel is a gem of a person. My daughter is getting braces dine and dr. and staff make sure my daughter is comfortable with the treatment. Dr. Patel explains entire process patiently and gives time to answer any question we may have. Our experience is great and I strongly refer Dr. Patel for yours or your kid's orthodontics needs..."
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