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For 15 years, Dr. Bernee Dunson has been dedicated to providing sophisticated dentistry to his patients. With an exceptional reputation in the Atlanta community, Dr. Dunson is the architect of a dynamic, cutting-edge dental practice. He has acquired state-of- the-art equipment and facilities, and developed a culture of patient appreciation. The unique talents of Dr. Dunson and each team member combine to make the practice one-of-a-kind.
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Smile About Choosing Dental Care, Three Reasons Why It Is A Wise Choice - Most of us think that taking care of our teeth is about having a great smile and avoiding the discomfort of a toothache. Although a great smile and avoiding the discomfort of a toothache are valid and important reasons for maintaining a good oral health program, there are three other equally strong reasons to consider.
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To learn more about implant dentistry and the dental implants procedure at our practice serving Downtown and Midtown Atlanta, contact Dunson Dental Design today.
Bernee Dunson Dental Design
1100 Peachtree Street NE
Suite 680
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
Phone: 404.418.8626
Fax: 404.897.1599
Did You Know?
- The titanium metal used in dental implants fuses with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration, making them a natural part of your mouth.
- Although nearly as strong as steel, titanium is almost 50 percent lighter.
- Because they are so firmly attached to your jaw, dental implants do not become loose like traditional dentures, which can cause uncomfortable pain and swelling.
"I would love to take this opportunity to thank you and applaud your staff.As you know my history with dentists has not been pleasant, therefore I am paying the price now for poor dental health. It is extremely wonderful to feel valued and informed.The care starts the minute one enters the door, whether it is a warm hello or a tissue for a tear!! Mercedas, Tiffany, Keonka, and Alysia are all true assets to your organization.They each possess a genuine spirit that exudes professionalism,care,and a commitment to ensure that the time spent with Dunson Dental Design is a good experience and that you are special. The tireless effort to make my last visit a pleasant one, did not go unnoticed. I thank each of you for any contribution you may have had in my stay in your office.I sincerely want to express my appreciation to you Dr.Dunson and the staff for all the "warm and fuzzies" that I was showered with during my last visit. It is because of your devotion to excellence I will always be a patient."
- Angela Gibson
"You have the most professional group that I have ever had the pleasure of being serviced by. This is by far the perfect client experience. Dunson Dental Design, is a model company that all whom provide customer care can emulate and learn from. Please keep up the great service."
- Rendell Hawkins
"Everyone was wonderful and I really appreciate the friendly and professional service..."
- Chee Chee Williams
Dental Implants - Downtown and Midtown Atlanta
If you are missing one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants are an ideal way to regain your smile with natural-looking teeth. Unlike removable bridges and dentures, dental implants are fixed solidly and permanently into your jaw. They do not become loose or ill-fitting over time, and because they replicate the entire structure of a tooth from root to crown, they look and feel just like natural teeth. Dr. Dunson takes great care in determining the placement of the implants and in tailoring the design of crowns, bridges, and dentures to the unique shape of each patient's mouth, so you can be confident our implants will blend seamlessly and comfortably with the rest of your smile. Learn more about dental implants and the advantages of implant dentistry at our Midtown office, also serving Downtown and all of Atlanta.
How Does Implant Dentistry Work?
When you decide to restore your smile with dental implants at Dunson Dental Design, you're choosing to replace more than just your missing tooth or teeth. The treatment actually involves replacing the root of a missing or seriously damaged tooth with a titanium fixture €“ the implant itself. After being surgically inserted into the jawbone, the implant is eventually used as a solid anchor for porcelain crowns or bridges, or even a full set of dentures. During surgery, sedation dentistry is used to allow the patient to sleep while surgery is performed in our state-of-the-art surgical suite.
In addition to the skill and expertise of your dentist, your own body's natural healing abilities play an important role in implant dentistry. After the titanium replacement roots have been implanted, there is a recovery period lasting between two and six months. During that time, the jawbone grows naturally around the dental implants, securing them firmly in the jaw. Once the implants have taken root, custom-crafted replacement teeth will be fixed to them. Through Dr. Dunson's expertise in implant dentistry, and careful planning and design, dental implants at our Midtown practice, near Downtown Atlanta, are made to align perfectly with the rest of your teeth.
Who Is Eligible for Implant Dentistry?
Implant dentistry utilizes your own capacity to heal; that's why at Dunson Dental Design, patients are carefully screened to ensure they meet all the requirements for surgery. We review your medical and dental history and conduct a thorough examination of your entire mouth. Once you are determined to be eligible for dental implants at our practice serving Midtown and Downtown Atlanta, Dr. Dunson and his team may need to create diagnostic records, which are used to develop the best strategy for your particular needs.
Choosing the Right Dentist
Careful planning and a thorough understanding of all the issues involved in your case are important aspects of successful surgery. That's why you'll want to select a dentist with extensive training and experience to perform every stage of your dental implant procedure.
Dr. Dunson has both a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from USC and a graduate certificate in oral implantology from Loma Linda University. In addition, he has been conducting successful dental implant surgery for more than 10 years and makes a point of handling all aspects of the implant dentistry process himself.
Learn More about Implant Dentistry at our Practice
If you would like to learn more about dental implants, schedule an implant dentistry consultation at our Midtown practice, near Downtown Atlanta. Patients from throughout the area rely on the skill and expertise of Dunson Dental Design for their tooth-replacement needs.
Read This 2003 Atlanta Tribune Article by Dr. Dunson
Dental Implants and the Modern Dentist
The goal of the modern dentist is to return patients to oral health in a predictable fashion. The partial and complete denture patient may be unable to recover normal function, cosmetics, comfort, and speech with traditional removable appliances. Approximately 20 million Americans (15%) are completely missing teeth in their top or bottom jawbone. An additional 40 million (30%) are missing one or more teeth. Patients who lose teeth prematurely lose facial form due to bone loss, and will subsequently age prematurely.
There are a plethora of advantages to having dental implants as replacements. First, dental implants serve as substitutes for natural tooth roots. They can be used to replace one tooth, several teeth, or an entire set of teeth. Treatment options include single crowns, fixed bridgework, or an implant retained denture. Like natural teeth, dental implants provide a dramatic increase in the chewing force as compared to conventional removable prosthetics (partials and dentures). Additional functional and cosmetic advantages include, but are not limited to, an increase in stability and retention, improved phonetics, increased proprioception, and the maintenance of facial form and features.
Ultimately, dental implants offer a predictable treatment course, and they look, feel, and function much like natural teeth and have similar maintenance requirements.
To learn more about dental implants and to schedule a free consultation, contact our cosmetic dentist today.