• A sore that bleeds or does not heal.
• A color change of the oral tissues.
• A lump, thickening, rough spot, crust, or small eroded area.
• Pain, tenderness, or numbness anywhere in the mouth or lips.

But more commonly, what we’re looking for is a flat, painless, white or red spot or small sore. If we find that or any of these others, we’ll take action immediately by referring you to an oral surgeon. With your oral surgeon’s help, it will be determined if what we’ve found is actually cancerous. It can also help Dr. Rodgers make a diagnosis when the disease is in its earliest stages, when treatment can be more effective.

Unfortunately, though, 70% of oral cancer diagnoses aren’t made until the disease is in its later stages, making recovery much more difficult. All of which is why, at our Dunwoody dental office, we like to emphasize regular visits. They can literally save lives!

Learn More about Oral Cancer

To learn more about oral cancer, visit the Oral Cancer Foundation’s website or call our office. Dr. Rodgers serves patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and beyond.

• Depression
• Diabetes
• Heart attack
• High blood pressure
• Obesity
• Stroke

What’s more, sleep apnea sufferers often snore, which impacts the sleep of loved ones.

But if you or your partner has sleep apnea, there is hope. At Dr. Jeff Rodgers Dunwoody dental office, you can finally have relief from snoring and sleep apnea with an oral appliance from SomnoDent MAS™. Treatment with oral appliance therapy is non-surgical, customizable, and easy. It works by gently repositioning your jaw to keep important airways open while you sleep. As a result, you’ll be able to sleep comfortably through the night without snoring and disturbing your partner.

Not sure if you have sleep apnea? Take this short quiz to assess how sleepy you are during the day. If you score above a 10, call our Dunwoody office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rodgers. Our office serves patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and beyond.

Putting off fillings, though, is a bad idea, as they help protect your smile and reclaim your oral health. If you’ve been putting off fillings because you’re nervous about how they might look, then you’ll be glad to know that Dr. Rodgers offers tooth-colored fillings. Instead of looking dark, tooth-colored fillings match the shade of your enamel, making them virtually invisible.

But tooth-colored fillings have more to offer than just cosmetic benefits. Amalgam fillings are notorious for being temperature sensitive and for changing shape over time. They can even become brittle and crack, allowing for bacterial reinvasion.

Tooth-colored fillings, on the other hand, are made of strong, long-lasting composite resin that actually supports your tooth’s natural structure, keeping more of it intact. That makes tooth-colored fillings a conservative approach to oral health that’s better for your smile in the long run.

If you’re eager to find out more about tooth-colored fillings, get in touch with Dr. Rodgers Dunwoody dental office to schedule an appointment. We serve patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas.

As the name suggests, Six Month Smiles is able to transform smiles in just half a year. Compare this with the two years it could take to achieve similar results with traditional braces. What’s more, because Six Month Smiles uses clear braces, patients don’t have to worry about sacrificing their mature, professional appearance.

Here’s how you can get started.

First, schedule an appointment with Dr. Rodgers. Then, during that consultation appointment, we’ll take an impression of your smile. This is what the Six Month Smiles lab will use to make your clear braces.

During your treatment, you’ll just need to visit Dr. Rodgers once a month for adjustments to make sure that everything is developing as it should. In about half a year, your treatment should be finished, with a straighter, more confident smile finally in place.

If you’re reading to find out more about Six Month Smiles, call Dr. Rodgers Dunwoody dental office today to schedule a consultation appointment. We’ve been serving patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas for over 10 years.

Why are twice-yearly teeth cleanings so important?

Because regular brushing and flossing at home aren’t enough. To really keep your teeth clean and achieve optimal oral health, you need the expertise—not to mention the tools—you’ll find at our Dunwoody dental office.

What Can I Expect During A Regular Teeth Cleaning?

When you come in, you can expect to be treated like part of the family. We’ll ask you how you’ve been, how your smile’s doing, and we’ll make sure you’re absolutely comfortable.

Next we’ll start by inspecting your teeth and gums for the telltale signs of gum disease. Then, once your oral exam has been completed, we can move on to the cleaning portion of your visit. By the time your appointment is done, Dr. Rodgers and our team will have a firm understanding of how your smile is doing, and if we need to, we can recommend a treatment plan that’s right for you.

How Long Has It Been Since Your Last Teeth Cleaning?

If you’re ready to schedule your next teeth cleaning appointment with us, call our Dunwoody office today. We recommend that all patients older than four years old see us twice a year.

But not everyone has exactly the smile they’ve dreamed of.

If yours is worn down, chipped, cracked, stained, or misaligned, Dr. Rodgers can help you achieve a more radiant look with porcelain veneers.

Porcelain veneers are thin and made of high quality materials. They’re bonded to the front of teeth and designed to blend in perfectly with the rest of your smile, as well as the rest of your appearance. What’s more, with attentive care, porcelain veneers can last for years to come.

During your first appointment at our Dunwoody dental office, Dr. Rodgers will talk with you about porcelain veneers and begin planning your treatment. Your appointment will end with a set of temporary veneers being applied to your teeth. Then, when your permanent veneers are ready, you’ll just need to come back to our Dunwoody office to have them placed.

If you’d like to know more about porcelain veneers, call our Dunwoody dental office to schedule a consultation visit with Dr. Rodgers. We’d be happy to talk with you and answer any questions you might have. Our office serves patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas.

Maybe you’ve tried over-the-counter whitening products in the past but weren’t happy with the results. With professional teeth whitening from Dr. Rodgers, you can enjoy a smile up to 10 shades brighter. And what’s more, we offer two convenient options: in-office and at-home teeth whitening.

With in-office teeth whitening, patients can enjoy a whiter smile in less than one hour, thanks to our professional gel and whitening lamp. In-office whitening is an especially good option for patients who need whiter teeth in a hurry, perhaps for a wedding, a job interview, or another special occasion.

It is possible, though, for in-office whitening to result in sensitivity for some patients. That’s why Dr. Rodgers also offers at-home teeth whitening.

With at-home whitening, patients only need to wear a pair of take-home trays lined with whitening gel for the recommended period of time each day. At-home results take between one and two weeks to appear, and allow patients to whiten their teeth in the comfort of their own home.

Which option is most right for you? If you need help deciding, schedule an appointment with our Dunwoody dental office today. Dr. Rodgers would be happy help patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas, discover which teeth whitening option will help you best achieve your desired smile.

It’s for exactly these reasons that Dr. Rodgers’ Dunwoody dental office uses laser dentistry. With laser dentistry, it’s possible for Dr. Rodgers to provide patients with comfortable, precise treatment that’s less invasive and requires a shorter recovery period.

How Can Laser Dentistry Help Me?

If you need advanced gum disease therapy or have been wondering how a gum re-contouring procedure can help you reveal a fuller, more beautiful smile, call our Dunwoody dental office today. Dr. Rodgers is devoted to helping patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas achieve their optimal oral health through advanced technologies like laser dentistry.

The beauty of laser dentistry is that it allows Dr. Rodgers to work with a gentle soft-tissue laser instead of a scalpel, resulting in a much less invasive procedure and a shorter recovery time afterwards. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions for Dr. Rodgers or would like to schedule your next appointment with our Dunwoody dental office.

But the next couple of weeks will also be filled with holiday treats and parties. That’s why, in addition to wishing everyone a happy holiday season, Dr. Rodgers and the entire team at our Dunwoody dental practice would also like to mention a few helpful tips to keep in mind.

First, try to maintain a balanced diet. Most holiday goodies are filled with sugar and carbs. Try balancing out any treats you might have with something that you know your body will thank you for. Also, if you find yourself facing a buffet table at a party, try to get what you want your first time through the line—don’t keep going back to snack.

And when you can, brush your teeth immediately afterwards. If that’s not possible, carry a sugar-free or xylitol gum with you so you can enjoy a piece when you’re done eating.

Lastly, consider including your smile in your New Year’s resolutions. Not many do, but the health of your smile can have an enormous impact on your overall health. Resolving to brush and floss twice daily and visit Dr. Rodgers’ Dunwoody dental office every six months can do more than just help your smile—it can help you support your smile.

In fact, if you haven’t made it in to our Dunwoody office yet for your year-end visit, or you’d like to get jump start on next year, give us a call today. Dr. Rodgers serves patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas.

How the Crown Process Works

Dental Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including porcelain, metal, and even a combination of the two. What kind you’ll receive when you come to our Dunwoody dental office depends on your needs. If you’ll be restoring a front tooth, Dr. Rodgers will likely recommend a crown made of porcelain, while patients who are restoring a back tooth may want to go with one made from metal or a porcelain-metal combination.

Placing a crown is a two-part process. In your first visit, Dr. Rodgers will prep your tooth by removing decay or any old fillings and then taking an impression of it.  Our dental lab will use this impression as they carefully construct your custom-made crown.

Once your dental crown is ready, you’ll come back to our office for a second visit. During this phase, all Dr. Rodgers will have to do is cap your comprised tooth and check your crown’s fit. When your crown is in place, your procedure will be done and you can return to your normal schedule with a fully restored smile.

Learn More Today By Calling Us

If you have questions about crowns, or any of our other services, please call Dr. Rodgers’ Dunwoody dental office today. We gladly serve patients from Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross, and surrounding areas.