Periodontal disease affects approximately 80% of adults in the USA and can show up differently across the spectrum. This patient had very little active infection evident, yet a very high susceptibility to losing the tooth attachment to the jaw bone. Visually, the teeth are very clean and the gums are a healthy light pink…
Read MoreSuccess is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
Read MorePorcelain veneer vs bonding: Qualities to consider in decision making process This patient had chipped the front left tooth playing sports as a child. Previously, it was conservatively repaired with resin bonding (tooth-colored plastic filling material) which had discolored, and to the patient’s disappointment, three times before it had broken under the weight of his bite. A…
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“While lying in the dentist’s chair having a crown put in, my right jaw starts throbbing. I’ve been under a lot of stress and opening my mouth wide has been rough lately, but this was excruciating. I told the Doctor that I couldn’t keep my mouth open because of the pain (not from the drilling,…
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To teach is to share, to pass on knowledge, and to become vulnerable in front of the student. It requires courage and a humble confidence, and I have been honored to teach dentistry and TMJ-management concepts at the Pankey Institute for the past 8 years. Along my journey, I have become fascinated with the interplay…
Read MoreIt is an honor to serve my patients in their dental health needs, and it is particularly rewarding when they are satisfied enough to tell others about us.
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Please enjoy a look into the dental practice of Dr. Elizabeth Caughey. Serving North Atlanta since 2000, Dr. Caughey brings a focus on health and prevention as well as comprehensive restorative dentistry in a comfortable friendly environment.
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