General Dentistry

  • The Top 8 Questions about General Dentistry Answered

    What treatments are available for covering exposed roots? Exposed roots are an interesting problem in dentistry because some patients have exposed roots that really hurt, and other patients have exposed roots that don’t bother the patient at all. In fact, there are patients who have exposed roots on both sides of their mouth, but are […]

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  • Dental Life Hacks

    DENTAL LIFE HACKS.2 LAKE LANIER SMILES AN AFFORDABLE BUFORD DENTIST USES OF MOUTHWASH Mouthwashes were initially used as surgical antiseptic and was later promoted as mouthwash. These properties also can be used outside oral cavity. Here are some dental life hacks that we noticed interesting Toilet Cleaner Laundry Odor Killer Smelly Garbage Disposals Clean Humidifiers […]

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  • Dental Tidbits

    DENTAL TIDBITS: 3 Lake Lanier Smiles, BUFORD DO YOU KNOW !!! More people use BLUE toothbrushes than RED ones. WOMAN on average smiles about 62 times and a Man only 8 times a day! But a kid smiles or laughs around 400 times a day. wow People are 62 % more prone for cavities, tooth […]

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  • Preparing for Tooth Replacement

    If you’ve lost a single tooth, there are some things you should know before you decide on a tooth replacement option. Generally speaking, there are two ways to replace a tooth: a dental bridge and a dental implant. A direct comparison can show you how the options differ and help you decide which is right […]

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  • Preparing for a Bridge or Denture Appointment

    Missing teeth are a huge pain. Not only do they affect your appearance and self-esteem; they can also limit your ability to eat, and the gaps in your smile can cause additional health issues. Fortunately, the team at Lake Lanier Smiles offers various dental restorations, including bridges and dentures, to replace lost teeth in a […]

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  • Preparing for a Root Canal Appointment

    You went to the dentist for a toothache, and now you have to undergo root canal therapy. You may be nervous about the procedure, especially if you do not know what to expect. Many people assume root canal treatment is painful. However, by nature, the procedure actually involves removing the source of the discomfort. In […]

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  • Preparing for a Dental Extraction Appointment

    Dental extractions may be needed for several reasons. A young adult may require unerupted wisdom teeth removed. A child may need to have a tooth pulled before starting a course of orthodontic treatments. Sometimes a tooth must be extracted when gum disease, tooth decay, or structural damage prevent us from saving the tooth with a […]

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  • Keep This Number for Emergency Dental Care

    Are you experiencing a dental emergency in Buford, GA? If so, call us today at (770) 831-0559 and we’ll get you seen by one of our skilled and friendly dentists at Lake Lanier Smiles. Whether a lingering toothache is starting to become a painful emergency, or you have broken a tooth—we are here when you […]

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  • Regular Dental Cleanings Reduce the Risk of Tooth Loss

    At Lake Lanier Smiles, our dentists and hygienists hear a lot of questions from patients about maintaining good oral health. Everyone knows that avoiding sugary foods and brushing and flossing are the best habits for healthy teeth–but there’s another practice that’s absolutely necessary if you want to keep your teeth for life: dental cleanings. Unfortunately, […]

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  • Lost a Tooth? A Tooth Bridge Can Give You Back Your Smile

    Losing a tooth is never any fun. Whether you lost your tooth to an accident, dental decay, or gum disease–you probably feel like a part of you is missing and have lost confidence in your smile. At Lake Lanier Smiles, we love to see our patients smile again, so we offer tooth bridge treatment (also […]

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