The inflammation and infection of gum disease threatens the oral health and quality of life of millions of Americans each year. Research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control found that an estimated 64 percent of people over 65 years of age have moderate-to-severe gum disease. However, gum disease problems are not limited to just the elderly. In fact, the... read more »

It’s important for parents to keep their children healthy and strong. But did you know that you’ll need to keep your child’s mouth healthy if you’re hoping to help them stay healthy overall? To do so, you’ll have to visit a dentist regularly—but did you know when you should schedule your child’s first appointment? We recommend scheduling your little one’s... read more »

Our team at Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center is here to provide you with the highest quality care and treatment options available for your dental profile. If you should find yourself in need of having a tooth pulled, prepare for your tooth extraction recovery before and after surgery. The steps you take in advance can potentially decrease recovery time,... read more »

From our entire team at Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center, we would like to wish you a happy and joyous holiday season! To continue enjoying a healthy smile, keep practicing safe and effective oral health habits. Following are just a few scenarios to outline some the risks your smile may be facing during the holidays: Question: What else can I... read more »

At Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center, we understand that you’re busy, and that saving time is something most people strive to do. Historically, many dental treatments have required two or more visits to complete—but did you know that modern dentistry has made it possible for our team to finish many treatments in a single day? In fact, sometimes, even... read more »

Did you know Thanksgiving could be a scary holiday for your teeth and gums? Well, it’s true, which is why our Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center dental team encourages you to take good care of your smile this holiday season. You can do so by doing the following things: -Don’t snack all day: With plenty of food lying out... read more »

As the season of Thanksgiving blesses us with joy this month, we would like to express thanks for oral health. And we would like to thank you for giving us the opportunity to help you craft the perfect smile. If you haven’t yet looked into the benefits of dental veneers yet, we would like to share their benefits with you today.... read more »

Our Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center dental team cares about you, your oral health, and your smile, which is why we proudly offer dental crowns at our office! A dental crown in Sandy Springs, Georgia, is a tooth-shaped cap that covers the entire surface of your tooth and improves your oral health and boosts the appearance of your smile.... read more »

The leaves are changing; the weather is cooling down. It’s the time of year for sweaters, hot cocoa, and of course, Halloween! This festive holiday gives your children a chance to dress up and to stockpile on free candy. The intake of candy can present dental health issues if not handled carefully. Here are a few tips to help keep... read more »

As you know, it is highly important to your oral health that you brush and floss your teeth every day. However, oral hygiene alone is not enough to achieve and maintain ideal oral health. You must also have a professional dental cleaning and checkup twice a year. This will allow Dr. Tantuco and Dr. Chong to help you keep your... read more »