Dr. Michael Howard's Blog

Do you get butterflies in your stomach when someone mentions visiting a dental office—and not the good kind? That reaction is more common than you may think. You might just need some additional assistance before feeling comfortable in a dental chair. At the office of Dr. Michael L. Howard, one of our highest priorities is making sure that every patient that steps into our office receives the dental care they deserve in a pleasant, relaxed office that feels like home. That’s why we proudly offer sedation dentistry. By visiting an office that’s equipped resources to provide sedation dentistry in Marietta, you can be confident that our office team will make each appointment a comfortable experience.

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Have you been surfing the web for a “dentist near me” that truly embraces their work as a way of life? Dr. Michael Howard has been serving the Marietta community for over 30 years and plans to continue to do so! Since graduating from the prestigious Emory University School of Dentistry in 1981, he has continued his education to keep up to date with the modern dental world. In fact, our office offers the comprehensive services you need all with the latest dental technology! Why would you go to any other dental practice near Marietta when you can get everything you need all under our one roof?

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A business luncheon at your favorite restaurant is a welcome reprieve from your normal day, and you’re enjoying conversation about the numbers when you feel a crack in your tooth. The next thing you know your tooth is really hurting and you may actually have an emergency on your hands! Dental emergencies can be stressful unless you have the right team on your side, and you know what to do. Dr. Michael L. Howard, your dentist in Marietta gives some basic tips on how to handle common dental emergencies.

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With all the big summer events ahead of you such as weddings, vacations, and graduations, you want to look your best! You might shop for a new outfit, but have you ever considered whitening your teeth? You might be surprised at what a huge impact a whiter smile can make on your appearance, and your dentist in Marietta can deliver a brighter smile just in time for summer.

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Did you know that about half of all Americans have gum disease? And, in adults 65 and older, over 70% of people suffer from this common, yet serious condition. So, what can you do to avoid tooth loss and keep your smile healthy your whole life long? You can follow these tips from your dentist in Marietta at Laser, Cosmetic, and Family Dentistry. In this post, Dr. Michael L. Howard explains what gum disease is and gives you strategies to prevent it.

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If you’re like most people with missing teeth, you’d give anything to have them back. It’d be so much easier to not have to think about them while you are talking or eating. Today, Dr. Michael Howard is going to tell you a little more about getting dental implants in Marietta, and why they are one of the most complete and reliable ways to fill the gap in your smile.   (more…)

Over 20 million people wear dentures in the U.S. Dentures, in one form or another, have been used for thousands of years to help people replace their missing teeth. Advances in dental technology and techniques have been able to further this cause, bringing about dental implants. They have been shown to be one of the most effective ways of replacing teeth, as well as one of the best ways to support a set of dentures. Many people, however, are not good candidates for dental implants, but could vastly benefit from them. This is why Dr. Michael Howard now offers mini dental implants in Marietta. (more…)

How would it feel to walk into a restaurant and not worry about what you can order? Wouldn’t it be great to smile and talk freely again? When you’re missing a tooth it’s always on your mind, and it affects every aspect of your life. The good news is that modern dentistry offers great solutions for patients with missing or failing teeth, and those are dental implants. Dr. Michael Howard is your Marietta implant dentist and we’ll discuss more about how dental implants can restore your smile.

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