As you may already know, flossing is vital for your oral health, but do you ever wonder why? If so, our Executive Park Dentistry team is happy to tell you why! There are many reasons why flossing is important, and four of those reasons are: Reason No. 1: Plaque acts quickly If you skip a few days of flossing, the... read more »

Dental fillings in Atlanta, Georgia, are made from artificial materials like porcelain, composite resin, amalgam or gold. When Dr. Omar Damji cements the filling in place, it is intended to last for a very long time. However, no filling can last forever. In general, the larger and older a filling is, the more likely it is to have the cement... read more »

If you wish to have a strong, healthy, and functional smile, fluoride is the perfect mineral for you! Fluoride is a beneficial source that strengthens and nourishes your smile as well as fights off decay, bacteria, and infection. This mineral can be found in many natural resources, like food and tap water, and using it is a great way to... read more »

You may be surprised to learn that lasers have many purposes in modern dentistry. Dental lasers can be used in the following treatments and procedures. Cosmetic Dentistry Teeth whitening is one of the most common uses for a dental laser, which activates agents in the peroxide bleach to speed up the whitening process. Lasers can lengthen teeth crowns by exposing... read more »

If bacteria slips inside the tooth through a crack or decay, it can cause infection to the pulp tissue. This infection can spread to the root of the tooth where a pus-pocket (the abscess) is created. Abscessed teeth need to be treated by your dentist to prevent the infection from spreading to the rest of the body. But how can... read more »