A smile is such a simple gesture, yet it holds so much power. It is innately human - a universal way to convey happiness, greet one another and signal that we're nice people. Smiles communicate how we're feeling and are great for breaking the ice or awkward moments. A good-natured smile moves mountains, but if you're like the average person, it may not be perfect. And that's okay. But is it healthy?
Studies from the CDC show that 1 in 4 U.S. adults from 20 to 64 have cavities. Perhaps even more surprising is that approximately 34 million school hours are lost every year due to emergency dental care. For children, missing time could mean the difference between moving forward and being held back.
If you're one of the many people who feel ashamed about their teeth, need preventative oral care, or suffer serious issues like tooth decay, it's time to protect your teeth and gums. Luckily, Merchants Walk Dental is here to serve you with the highest quality dental work in East Cobb, from preventative care to cosmetic dentistry.
At Merchants Walk Dental, your healthy teeth and gums are our passion. Our dentists and hygienists are committed to providing you with the best dental care possible in a comfortable, stress-free setting. Since opening in 2017, we have become the premier dentist in Austell, GA, offering many dental services such as:
As experts, we know how important oral hygiene is for your health. We feel that it's important to go the extra mile to speak with our patients about the best practices involved with brushing, flossing, and healthy gums. We know what an impact a beautiful smile can make, which is why we are so dedicated to providing our patients with cleaner, straighter teeth than ever before.
Having served Georgia and East Cobb for years, we understand that no two patients will ever have the same needs. That's why we provide personalized services like cleanings and root canals tailored to each patient's unique needs. We also know that money doesn't grow on trees, so we accept most major dental insurance plans to ensure you can keep your teeth clean and healthy all year long.
If you're searching for an expert team of friendly dentists and hygienists, look no further than Merchants Walk Dental. We pride ourselves on the best dental care coupled with warm, engaging customer service. You can rest easy knowing you're in capable, welcoming hands whether it's your first or fortieth visit to our office.
Here at Merchants Walk Dental, we understand that getting your teeth cleaned isn't something everyone looks forward to. However, getting regular teeth cleanings performed by a trustworthy dentist is the best way to maintain a healthy smile and avoid serious oral hygiene issues. And while it's easy to avoid the dentist, doing so for too long can be bad for your overall health.
Studies have linked poor oral hygiene to serious problems like cancer, cardiovascular disease, bone loss, and strokes. If you're flossing and brushing at home twice a day, that's great. Doing so is the best way to get a leg up on critical oral hygiene problems. However, getting your teeth cleaned by a dental hygienist helps ensure your teeth are thoroughly cleaned, healthy, and protected.
It's a question we get all the time - what is periodontal treatment? This treatment focuses on your gums and preventing the common diseases that attack them. When left unchecked, plaque accumulates and hardens, forming hard-to-remove tartar. This tartar irritates your gums and will eventually lead to a litany of problems like tooth decay, tooth loss, and more.
During your teeth cleaning session at Merchants Walk Dental, we'll examine your gums closely to ensure they're healthy and functional.
Each of our teeth cleaning appointments has comprehensive check-ups, including:
The only surefire way to prevent tartar buildup and, by proxy, gum disease is by brushing and flossing diligently at home. If you have been slacking on regular brushing and have not visited a dentist recently, your gums could be suffering. If you have any of the following signs of gum disease, contact Merchants Walk Dental to schedule a dental exam in Austell, GA:
If you have had a cavity filled before, you're not alone. Tooth decay affects more than 90% of adults over the age of 40 - a stunning statistic that, in many cases, is entirely preventable. At Merchants Walk Dental, we use composite resin fillings to keep our patient's teeth healthy and functional. Unlike amalgam fillings, composite fillings are more discreet, match the color of your teeth, and are free of mercury.
While fillings can have a few uses, our doctors typically use fillings to “fill†a part of your tooth that is decaying. This hole of decay is called a cavity. Sometimes, fillings are also used to fix broken, cracked, or worn-down teeth from grinding and nail-biting. Fillings are a great way to restore decaying teeth to their normal shape and function while preventing sensitivity and inhibiting further decay.
During your dental exam at our office in East Cobb, your dental hygienist will check for signs of cavities and tooth decay to ensure your oral hygiene remains in peak condition.
Abscesses- Without professional dental treatment, infected teeth lead to dental abscesses, which can be fatal if left untreated.
Nerve Pain- When your tooth is cracked and left without treatment, it can make its way to your nerve, resulting in extreme pain and damage.
Substantial Decay- If you leave an infection to fester without having a root canal, the infection can spread to other teeth in your mouth. If you don't address the initial signs of decay, you'll have to undergo treatment for multiple teeth.
Tooth Loss- Extensive decay and trauma often cause damage to your tooth's pulp. Our root canal treatments in Austell remove this infected pulp. However, if you choose to ignore the problem, the infected pulp will rot your entire tooth, causing you to lose it forever.
One mention of the word root canal can send shivers up the spine for many people. Root canals get a bad rap, but the treatment has come a long way over the last decade.
When tooth decay and infection are left to fester, it can wreak havoc on your oral hygiene. Often, root canals in cityname, GA, are the best choice for patients with extensively diseased teeth. The goal of a root canal is to save and repair teeth by removing the infection from the pulp and nerve of the tooth.
Signs of tooth decay that may require a root canal include:
When a substantial cavity threatens a person's tooth and fillings aren't working, many dentists will use crowns to fix the problem. A crown is an aesthetic cap or a tooth-shaped covering placed over another tooth or implant for stability. Typically, crowns improve appearance and strength of a patient's teeth.
Crowns are also used to restore the size and shape of damaged or chipped teeth. When used for this purpose, dental crowns are usually bonded to the tooth using dental-grade cement.
During your dental exam and cleaning, your hygienist will keep a sharp eye out for signs of tooth decay, which may require a crown. Benefits of dental crows from Merchants Walk Dental include:
Restorative dental treatments can be complicated, but dental crowns are straightforward and minimally invasive. During the process, your tooth's enamel is cleaned, and your damaged tissue is removed. Once that process is complete, we'll cast a custom crown for your tooth. While the crown is created, Dr. John Bishara or Dr. Milli Patel will provide you with a temporary crown for normal functionality.
Damaged enamel or structural damage can cause pain and sensitivity. Having a dental crown installed will help alleviate a good amount of your pain.
Our dental crowns are made with high-quality, long-lasting materials. With proper care and regular check-ups, they can withstand years of chewing, biting, and grinding.
When you lose one or more teeth, whether due to decay or another factor, it's important to fill the space where the tooth is missing. That's where dental bridges come in. Bridges are essentially fake permanent teeth used to fill holes caused by missing teeth. The false tooth is fused between two dental crowns giving it the bridge concept. Dental bridges are then typically anchored to healthy teeth using resin and cement.
The health of your teeth, their position, and the state of the surrounding bone will help our team determine if bridges are right for you. If not, dentures in Austell, GA, might be a better option. Dentures come in two forms: partial and complete. Dentures are best for patients who have missing teeth but aren't able to use bridges. Complete dentures all your missing teeth, while partial dentures replace one or two teeth.
Getting cosmetic dentures can be a life-changing experience. It often requires physical and emotional preparation. At Merchants Walk Dental, our team will take as much time needed to consult with and prepare you for your denture procedure.
Whether you need dental bridges or cosmetic dentures, we're here to help make your experience as seamless and stress-free as possible.
Dental implants are needed when you have missing teeth, but you cannot or will not get crowns, bridges, or dentures. Failing to replace a lost tooth will cause a bevy of problems as time goes on. For many patients, dental implants are the best option for replacing missing teeth. With dental implants, you can replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. A dental implant serves as a permanent artificial root anchored into the jawbone.
When our team puts a dental implant in place, your jawbone grafts itself to the titanium post making it as strong as your original root and tooth. The result is a natural, beautiful, fully-functional set of teeth that lasts for years.
Establishing healthy dental habits early in life is key for long-term oral health and confidence. The best way to learn those habits is at home and in a dentist's office.
At Merchants Walk Dental, our goal is to foster long-lasting relationship with the families in our community who trust us to care for their children's dental health.
When you choose Merchants Walk Dental as your child's dentist, you can rest easy knowing we treat your loved one just like ours. Our professional hygienists and experienced doctors are trained and certified to give your kids a comfortable dental experience. We like to mix fun with education, putting your child at ease while helping them understand the importance of proper dental care.
Common habits like teeth grinding and thumb sucking can have profound effects later in life. Our doctors are keenly aware of these habits, and work hard to help you and your child develop creative solutions to halt that behavior.
Our pediatric dental services improve the health of your child's teeth and gums with:
Having served the East Cobb and Austell for years, we know your dental needs are unique and different from your neighbor. That's why we offer a variety of dental services to address each patient's special circumstances, from standard cleanings to complex root canals. By using the latest innovations and techniques in dentistry, we can better serve each client on an individualized level, leading to better comprehensive dental care.
We're taking new patients and accept most major forms of dental insurance to keep your teeth healthy and clean without breaking the bank. Contact our office today to schedule your dental exam and learn more about our history!
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Storm destroys home of Cobb County familyNeighborhoods in Austell took a major hit during the storms. A Cobb County family of eight is now searching for a new place to live. A tree came crashing down onto their Austell home while some of them were inside. The family say not only is the house unlivable but pretty much everything they own is destroyed.AUSTELL, Ga. - A Cobb County family of eight is now searching for a new place to live ...
Neighborhoods in Austell took a major hit during the storms. A Cobb County family of eight is now searching for a new place to live. A tree came crashing down onto their Austell home while some of them were inside. The family say not only is the house unlivable but pretty much everything they own is destroyed.
AUSTELL, Ga. - A Cobb County family of eight is now searching for a new place to live after a tree crashed down onto their Austell home.
After losing their home and two of their cars, the family says they are "grateful" because they have what is important, each other.
In just a few quick moments Thursday afternoon, everything changed for Willicia Patterson and her family.
"You can have something and in the blink of an eye it can be gone," she said. "So just be thankful for what you have and don't take it for granted."
PHOTOS: SEVERE STORM DAMAGE IN GEORGIA
Willicia's kids range in age from 5 to 17. They have called the house on William Road in Austell home for a year and a half, but after a tree came crashing down that is no longer the case.
"It's like it jumped from the main road to this field to our house and disappeared," Patterson said.
Storm damage to a home in Austell, Georgia on Jan. 12, 2023. (FOX 5)
HOMES, BUSINESSES SEVERELY DAMAGED IN AUSTELL, LITHIA SPRINGS
The family says once the tree landed on the house, the holes it created allowed rain to pour in and ruin everything inside.
They do not have renters' insurance to cover any of their belongings after they say it lapsed about a month and a half ago. An illness and a lost job meant they fell behind on bills as they worked to make ends meet.
Once news of the destruction spread, people stepped up to help and got them a hotel.
"It's a bad time, but it's a great time as well because our community, our schools reached out, helped us," Patterson said.
This was not the only home damaged in the area Thursday. Cobb County says 49 others were as well. 16 of them are not livable. Officials say two people were injured; both are said to be okay.
On William Road, Patterson is now working to figure out what's next.
"It's materialistic things, nobody got hurt," she said. "Take it one day at a time, but we'll get back together and have somewhere to call home again."
Anyone who would like to help the family, can do so by clicking here.
The National Weather Service says surveyors will be on Saturday to determine if the damage was caused by a tornado or straight-line winds.
AUSTELL, Ga. — The Cobb County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request by an Atlanta-based company as part of a process to build nearly 60-home subdivision in Austell on Tuesday.The rezoning request is aimed at a series of parcels off of Maxham Road.Drapac Investments, an international property investment company, requested rezoning for a 19.45-acre section of land in Austell to build 59 single-family homes.[DOWNLOAD: Free W...
AUSTELL, Ga. — The Cobb County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request by an Atlanta-based company as part of a process to build nearly 60-home subdivision in Austell on Tuesday.
The rezoning request is aimed at a series of parcels off of Maxham Road.
Drapac Investments, an international property investment company, requested rezoning for a 19.45-acre section of land in Austell to build 59 single-family homes.
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According to the materials submitted by Drapac to the county, the land would be built on what is currently an undeveloped wooded lot.
As proposed, Drapac would develop the area into a set of single-family homes, in an attached and detached subdivision.
While the rezoning was approved Tuesday, a final site plan must still be submitted to the District Commissioner.
Additionally, the investment company would have to complete a series of other checklist items to gain approval, based on the staff recommendation.
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On top of the site plan, Drapac would have to forego any variance requests, have a maximum density of four units per acre, all detached single-family houses, receive and submit Fire Department comments and recommendations, as well as the same from the Water and Sewer Division, Stormwater Management Division, and Georgia Department of Transportation.
The zoning files state that the locations would be developed for “affordable single-family detached or attached residential dwelling units,” including combinations of duplexes, triplexes, and quadraplexes.
Overall, the residential criteria in the materials submitted to the county say the area would be able to have up to 63 units, based on a buildout approved in March 2016.
The original proposal included 97 units, according to the documents.
According to the plan, the neighborhood would have any potential students be in the district for Mableton Elementary School, Garrett Middle School, and South Cobb High School.
As far as build and aesthetic, the “architectural language” of the proposal lists Modern Farmhouse and Craftsman style designs for the homes, according to a render packet received on May 18.
While the rezoning was approved on Tuesday, a final consideration will be before the Cobb County Board of Commissioners on June 20.
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Popular breakfast, brunch and lunch spot located at Heritage Hills Shopping CenterSpartanburg, SC (RestaurantNews.com) Eggs Up Grill, a rapidly growing breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, will open a new restaurant in Austell, Ga. this summer. Located at 1355 East-West Connector in the Heritage Hills Shopping Center, the ...
Popular breakfast, brunch and lunch spot located at Heritage Hills Shopping Center
Spartanburg, SC (RestaurantNews.com) Eggs Up Grill, a rapidly growing breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, will open a new restaurant in Austell, Ga. this summer. Located at 1355 East-West Connector in the Heritage Hills Shopping Center, the restaurant is the first of two Eggs Up Grills for Franchise Partner Lorette Dessieux. This is the seventh Eggs Up Grill restaurant to open in the metropolitan area of Atlanta.
Dessieux is an elementary school teacher and will operate the new restaurant. She and her husband have lived in Atlanta for the last 15 years and are self-subscribed “breakfast people” that began looking for franchise opportunities and came across Eggs Up Grill in Alpharetta. They loved the concept and the food and said the opportunity was a perfect match with the simple operations, great support and work life balance.
“When I was growing up, our family ate breakfast together every morning before work and school to discuss the day, and I think that’s so important for families,” says Lorette Dessieux. “We are excited to create that same environment for the community of Austell – a place to enjoy the nostalgia of breakfast or brunch with friends and family.”
With indoor seating for 135 and outdoor seating for 24, the 2,800 square-foot restaurant is designed to make guests feel at home in a light, bright and cheery atmosphere. The Austell restaurant will serve guests seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with dine-in, online ordering, takeout, catering and delivery options available.
Eggs Up Grill caters events big or small, with a menu featuring breakfast favorites like eggs, grits, home fries, biscuits and gravy and muffins. Salads and sandwiches are available for catered lunch.
With locations across the Carolinas, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, and soon entering Texas and Mississippi, Eggs Up Grill offers a unique experience for guests and franchise partners alike. Its great tasting food and drinks, uniquely friendly service and everyday affordability make Eggs Up Grill a number one choice for guests.
The Austell restaurant will hire up to 30 team members. Those interested can apply online at eggsupgrill.com. For more information, follow @EUGAustell on Facebook and Instagram.
About Eggs Up Grill
Eggs Up Grill is home to the whole neighborhood and has been serving smiles for more than 25 years. The aromas of freshly brewed coffee, savory bacon and hand-cracked, farm-fresh eggs and juicy burgers on the griddle, and warm, attentive team members will make you feel right at home. We are “neighbors serving neighbors” daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ranked as the No. 1 breakfast franchise by Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® three years in a row, Eggs Up Grill is experiencing record growth. Founded in Pawleys Island, S.C., Eggs Up Grill now has 65 locations open, with a region-wide presence of 170 Eggs Up Grills open, under development or committed to open by local franchise partners. For more information, visit eggsupgrillfranchise.com.
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AUSTELL, Ga. - An Austell business was forced to close its doors Tuesday after heavy rain moved through the area. Paige’s Bistro temporarily shut down through at least Wednesday after the owners discovered a major leak in the roof.
Bailey said rain from outside found its way inside—eventually pouring through the roof of the building on Veterans Memorial Parkway on Tuesday afternoon.
"It was like really heavy over there for like two hours straight, and we first noticed a little drip, but before we knew it, it was a shower," owner Craig Bailey told FOX 5. "It was coming down in the lobby, the side of the storage wall, and into the kitchen as well."
Bailey said they were left with no choice but to temporarily close while they assess damage to the roof and kitchen equipment. He told FOX 5 it’s a big blow to the business that’s been open less than a year—even if it is just shutting down for a day.
"Being closed one day, a couple of hours definitely hurts…on a Wednesday, because we do 50-cent wings, that’s probably a $6,000 day," he explained.
An Austell business was forced to close after heavy rain damaged their roof on May 16, 2023. (FOX 5)
It’s unclear at this time how long Paige’s Bistro will be closed, but Bailey says they’ll know more Wednesday.
While they wait for a damage assessment, he said they’re also trying to figure out how they’ll pay their employees.
"With this happening now, not only do we have payroll Friday, but we can’t just not pay our crew members…they’re expecting full paychecks," he told FOX 5.
For now Bailey said they’re asking for prayers from the community and that when they do re-open, people support them by showing up.
May 10—An Austell man will spend two years behind bars after being convicted of drug trafficking conspiracy, federal prosecutors announced.Christopher Allen, 48, pleaded guilty in federal court and was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Michael Brown to two years in prison, to be followed by four years of supervised release. Allen was described by prosecutors as a "mid-level trafficker." He is one of eight people who have been sentenced following a multi-agency investigation into an Atlanta drug ring."This gr...
May 10—An Austell man will spend two years behind bars after being convicted of drug trafficking conspiracy, federal prosecutors announced.
Christopher Allen, 48, pleaded guilty in federal court and was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Michael Brown to two years in prison, to be followed by four years of supervised release. Allen was described by prosecutors as a "mid-level trafficker." He is one of eight people who have been sentenced following a multi-agency investigation into an Atlanta drug ring.
"This group of drug traffickers targeted vulnerable communities in our district for distributing illegal narcotics," said U.S. Attorney Ryan Buchanan, in a statement. "Through the diligent efforts of our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, we dismantled the organization's distribution chain and prosecuted the suppliers. This case demonstrates our commitment to removing dangerous drugs from our streets as well as the dealers who peddle them."
According to prosecutors, the group operated out of southwest Atlanta. The investigation began in 2019 when Drug Enforcement Administration agents started looking into 46-year-old Kevin Clark of Atlanta, a "prolific drug trafficker."
Clark pleaded guilty to drug trafficking conspiracy and was sentenced to seven years and three months in prison, to be followed by five years of supervised release.
Three Mexican nationals who supplied Clark with drugs — 50-year-old Esteban Niere, 37-year-old Alejandro Elias-Miranda and 43-year-old Eduardo Gutierrez — pleaded guilty and received prison sentences ranging from six to 10 years.
In addition to Allen, three other metro Atlanta residents pleaded guilty and received prison sentences ranging from two to 15 years in prison — 42-year-old Christopher Jones of Norcross, 46-year-old Tierre Freeman of Stockbridge and 50-year-old Lamon Brown of Jonesboro.
"The DEA is committed to deploying resources to combat and interrupt the dangerous drug trafficking organizations that have set up business in the Atlanta area," said Robert J. Murphy, special agent in charge of the DEA Atlanta Division. "We will continue to work aggressively to hold accountable those who are trafficking dangerous drugs."
The case was investigated by the DEA, the U.S. Marshals Service and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, with assistance from several local agencies.
Prosecutors said law enforcement also seized vehicles, guns, cash, and jewelry which were used in the commission, or purchased with the proceeds, of the crimes.
Assistant U.S. Attorney C. Brock Brockington prosecuted the case.
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