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 Sandy Springs, 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 Sandy Springs, 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 Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs, 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 Sandy Springs 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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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs officials have approved “Springway” as the official name for the city’s trail system, which is currently under construction.Presented by Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Director Michael Perry at the City Council’s June 6 work session, Springway will unify each of the city’s trails with a unified blue and green theme, with trailhead monument signs and painted accents on the trail paths.Perry said the name was chosen out of 91 options submitted by dozens of...
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs officials have approved “Springway” as the official name for the city’s trail system, which is currently under construction.
Presented by Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Director Michael Perry at the City Council’s June 6 work session, Springway will unify each of the city’s trails with a unified blue and green theme, with trailhead monument signs and painted accents on the trail paths.
Perry said the name was chosen out of 91 options submitted by dozens of residents and was inspired by the “incredible recreation amenity” the city has.
“Augusta’s built a pedestrian bridge over the Savannah River called the ‘History Bridge,’ and they've done something very similar to this,” Mayor Rusty Paul said. “It’s very cool.”
Perry said each of the city trail segments will have its own unique name.
“We'll come back to you at the appropriate time and name the individual trails segments, based on some of their geographic features and location and environmental concerns,” he said.
Sandy Springs adopted its Master Trail Plan in 2019 after months of work with the PATH Foundation and public input.
Officials said the first trail segment running from Morgan Falls Overlook Park to Roswell Road is under construction and will be completed in 2024.
For more information about Sandy Springs trails and the city’s Master Trail Plan, visit www.sandyspringsga.gov/trail-master-plan.
At the June 6 City Council meeting, officials also selected Regent Partners and Morris & Fellows as the preferred development partner for the second phase of the City Springs campus.
As part of their proposal to the city, Regent Partners and Morris & Fellows have proposed a “vibrant” mixed-use project that complements the existing campus, developed through the latest update of the City Springs Master Plan, which was approved in December.
Phase II of the project, if developed according to plan, would include a “healthy” mix of restaurants and retail, a boutique hotel, office, limited residential and inclusive greenspace
“We create projects that are contextual to the city and its citizenry,” representatives with Regent Partners and Morris & Fellows said in the proposal. “Extraordinary design elevates our projects above the norm and creates a strong sense of place that acts as a magnet for visitation and enjoyment.”
However, city officials said the proposal in no way represents a final development plan and all options will be presented to the public for input before the plan is finalized.
“We firmly believe in Regent Partners and Morris and Fellows’ ability to bring our shared vision for the City Springs community to life,” City Manager Eden Freeman said. “This marks a significant milestone in the evolution of Sandy Springs, and we eagerly look forward to the next steps of the project, including receiving input from the community.”
After a discussion between members of the City Council, the proposal was unanimously approved.
City officials said construction on the second phase of City Springs will begin in late 2024 and is expected to be completed in 2026.
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Thousands of homes in Sandy Springs were left without water for more than 24 hours last week after a water line breach caused low water pressure and water boil advisories throughout the entire city.The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management announced a water boil advisory for nearly all of Sandy Springs at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 18, so a transmission main breach near Riverside Road and Don White Memorial Park could be investigated.Watershed Management officials discovered the water transm...
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Thousands of homes in Sandy Springs were left without water for more than 24 hours last week after a water line breach caused low water pressure and water boil advisories throughout the entire city.
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management announced a water boil advisory for nearly all of Sandy Springs at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 18, so a transmission main breach near Riverside Road and Don White Memorial Park could be investigated.
Watershed Management officials discovered the water transmission line that feeds Sandy Springs water from the City of Johns Creek was breached at a point under the Chattahoochee River, which required divers to fix.
Ultimately the water line was repaired after an overnight lightning storm delay, and the advisory was lifted at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 20.
Sampling conducted after the water line was fixed confirmed that there was no contamination of the system, water system officials said.
Speaking at the Sandy Springs City Council meeting June 20, Mayor Rusty Paul said city leaders were left flat-footed by this situation, which turned into a city-wide “water crisis,” due to a breakdown in communication between Atlanta officials, Sandy Springs officials and members of the public.
“I do want to apologize to our community,” Paul said. “We generally are pretty good at communicating during emergencies and I think we did okay at communicating but we didn't live up to our normal standards.”
Following this incident, Sandy Springs elected leaders met with city staff and Atlanta representatives to assess where things went wrong and how problems can be resolved better in the future.
“Tragically, this is the second time in about the last decade, where we had a system-wide failure that affected virtually all of the city,” Paul said.
At the city’s annual retreat held in January, Sandy Springs officials said that improving local water reliability would be one of their top priorities for 2023.
City Attorney Dan Lee said that since the city’s inception in 2005, it has purchased its water from the City of Atlanta, using various systems built by different developers over the years, including some installed when Sandy Springs was part of unincorporated Fulton County.
“When developers wanted to leave Atlanta and go to unincorporated Fulton County, Fulton County would not provide water, so Atlanta was the only source,” Lee said. “To their credit, they allowed developers to build out their system and turn it over to the city.”
This mish-mash infrastructure of the city’s water system has caused countless headaches, Lee said. Without intervention, the city could face massive problems.
But until now, Lee said officials in Atlanta and Fulton County have been unwilling to take up the city’s concerns about water delivery, leading to multiple lawsuits, arbitration and appeals to the Georgia Supreme Court.
“We've prevailed on all five actions to get to the point of letting our experts go examine the system of Atlanta,” he said.
That examination produced a 1,100-page report on the water system, showing Sandy Spring’s water actually comes from the City of Johns Creek and the system needs roughly $50 million in immediate repairs.
“There has been no real improvement to the water system in 50 years,” he said.
But under Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, Lee said Atlanta officials have been open to new negotiations over the city’s water contract, and Sandy Springs leaders believe a positive resolution is on the horizon in the next year.
Paul said after meeting with Dickens on Tuesday, they feel as if they have reached a better understanding of how to communicate in the case of a water emergency.
“I also want to thank the mayor of Atlanta. The city manager and I went down and met with Mayor Dickens today, within 48 hours after the event to sit down and do some Monday morning quarterbacking,” he said. “So, if something like this happens again, we know who to call and they know who to call.”
In the future, Paul said that city residents should make sure they are signed up for Sandy Springs emergency alerts, which can be found by visiting sandyspringsga.gov/sandy-springs-alerts.
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Taco and Hot Chicken lovers, rejoice! A groundbreaking dining destination is coming to Sandy Springs, Georgia.Today, INKED Tacos and The Original Hot Chicken announce their newest dual concept location in Georgia opening in Sandy Springs. Both INKED Tacos and The Original Hot Chicken are portfolio concepts of Atlanta-based Experiential Brands.The first 100 customers at the grand opening of the location on June 29th w...
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Taco and Hot Chicken lovers, rejoice! A groundbreaking dining destination is coming to Sandy Springs, Georgia.
Today, INKED Tacos and The Original Hot Chicken announce their newest dual concept location in Georgia opening in Sandy Springs. Both INKED Tacos and The Original Hot Chicken are portfolio concepts of Atlanta-based Experiential Brands.
The first 100 customers at the grand opening of the location on June 29th will receive a VIP card for a free menu item of their choice.
"We are excited to expand our presence in Atlanta and play an important role in the daily lives of people who live, work, and visit here," said a restaurant representative. "We strive to create memorable food experiences that will keep guests coming back for more."
At INKED Tacos, each menu item combines culturally relevant American foods with Mexican inspired dishes to create an addictive, one-of-a-kind offering. The menu includes more traditional tacos, such as the Birria Queso, Carne Asada and Chicharron de Queso Tacos as well as INKED originals, including the Family-Sized Nachos and Tattoo Blue Tacos.
The Original Hot Chicken is known for its cornflake-rolled, pickle-brined, hand-battered chicken and cooked to order daily, so every meal is hot and tender. The restaurant offers customers a variety of menu options, including its hot chicken sandwich, chicken and waffles, chicken tenders, Grandma’s Banana Shake and our iconic fried twinkie with strawberry sauce. The restaurant is located at 6650 Roswell Rd., Sandy Springs, GA.
View images from both concepts here.
To learn more about INKED Tacos, visit https://inkedtacos.com.
To learn more about The Original Hot Chicken, visit https://oghotchicken.com/.
About Experiential Brands
Experiential Brands, a platform company of NRD Capital, franchises fast casual restaurant brands designed to deliver a rapid return on invested capital for franchisees. Led by one of the industry’s most prolific franchise leaders, Aziz Hashim, the company has developed scalable brands including The Original Hot Chicken, INKED Tacos & Pinsa Roman Pizza. Experiential Brands strives to achieve compelling unit-level economics using its proprietary franchise model for qualified restaurant operators.
Learn more about franchising opportunities with Experiential Brands at experiential-brands.com.
About INKED Tacos
INKED Tacos is a fast casual restaurant concept launched by the Experiential Brands platform of NRD Capital. INKED Tacos offers customers delicious tacos that marry culturally relevant American food with Mexican inspired dishes. The menu offerings include more traditional tacos, such as the Birria Queso, Carne Asada and Chicharron de Queso Tacos as well as INKED originals, including the Family-Sized Nachos and Tattoo Blue Tacos. Through Experiential Brands, INKED Tacos has franchising opportunities available.
Learn more about INKED Tacos at inkedtacos.com.
About The Original Hot Chicken
The Original Hot Chicken is an American fast casual restaurant concept launched by the Experiential Brands platform of NRD Capital. The Original Hot Chicken offers customers southern-style, cornflake rolled, pickle-brined, hand-battered Nashville-hot chicken. The menu offerings include the hot chicken sandwich, chicken and waffles, tenders, and crinkle-cut French fry combos at affordable prices. Each meal can be served with every level of sauce, including the special Come-Back Sauce, made with a top-secret recipe that will keep you coming back every time. Through Experiential Brands, The Original Hot Chicken has franchising opportunities available.
Learn more about The Original Hot Chicken at oghotchicken.com.
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs reported Monday morning that repairs were complete and water pressure was being restored after a situation over the weekend that caused a boil water advisory.On Twitter, the city said water pressure would fully return around 10 a.m.It's unclear how much longer the boil water advisory will need to remain in place. The tweet said ...
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs reported Monday morning that repairs were complete and water pressure was being restored after a situation over the weekend that caused a boil water advisory.
On Twitter, the city said water pressure would fully return around 10 a.m.
It's unclear how much longer the boil water advisory will need to remain in place. The tweet said it will "remain until ADW is cleared to lift the advisory following sampling protocols 24 hours."
"We will continue to update as we receive more information," the city said.
Atlanta Watershed posted an FAQ on the situation here
The city also said on Twitter earlier in the morning that Atlanta Watershed had ben "working throughout the night" to restore service.
" A new part had to be fabricated to make the repair, which was completed earlier this morning," the tweet said. "Diver crews are currently working on installing the new part."
RELATED: Possible water main breach leading to low water pressure in Sandy Springs
In a release, Sandy Springs said work had been done on a 48-inch transmission main on Riverside Road near the Don White Memorial Park.
"In order to protect the public from a potential health hazard, all residents and property owners that have experienced water outages and/or low water pressures are advised to boil all water prior to use or use bottled water, for drinking, cooking, preparing baby food, or brushing teeth. The water should be boiled for one minute past a rolling boil. Infants, the elderly, and those with immune deficiencies should be particularly cautious. Do not drink water from public water fountains in the impacted area," a release stated.
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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Residents in Sandy Springs are likely waking up to low, or no water pressure whatsoever on Sunday.A tweet from Atlanta Watershed mentions that crews are investigating a "possible breach on a 48-inch transmission main," specifically near Riverside Road and Don White Memorial Park.The organization adds that until repairs are complete, there may be low water pressur...
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Residents in Sandy Springs are likely waking up to low, or no water pressure whatsoever on Sunday.
A tweet from Atlanta Watershed mentions that crews are investigating a "possible breach on a 48-inch transmission main," specifically near Riverside Road and Don White Memorial Park.
The organization adds that until repairs are complete, there may be low water pressure.
Shortly after the announcement, the Department of Watershed Management (DWM) issued a boil water advisory as a result.
"All residents and property owners that have experienced water outages and/or low water pressures are advised to boil all water prior to use or use bottled water, for drinking, cooking, preparing baby food, or brushing teeth," a statement read. "The water should be boiled for one minute past a rolling boil. Infants, the elderly, and those with immune deficiencies should be particularly cautious. Do not drink water from public water fountains in the impacted area."
The DWM added that washing one's hands, or showering with soap and water should be fine. However, if one is washing his or her hands before preparing food, make sure to boil the water and let it cool before.
⚠️ NEWS RELEASE: DWM ISSUES BOIL WATER ADVISORY FOR RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES IN THE CITY OF SANDY SPRINGSLearn precautions to take during a boil water advisory here: https://t.co/PnLksDmJOQNews Release Link: https://t.co/OT0Wem9WP8 pic.twitter.com/SwFxQu7nIM
— Atlanta Watershed (@ATLWatershed) June 18, 2023
At this time, there is no word on when water will be restored or when the boil water advisory will be lifted.
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