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August 4, 2010

What Pregnant Moms Need to Know

Do you have a bundle of joy on the way? Congratulations! We’re so very happy for you!

I’m Dr. Peter Pate, a restorative and cosmetic family dentist in Buckhead Atlanta, GA. During pregnancy, women visit their OBGYN regularly.  But what about the dentist? Only 22 to 34% of women visit the dentist during pregnancy, and only half visit the dentist if they have an oral health problem.

It’s important that you understand, oral health has a great impact on overall health and the health of your baby. The American Academy of Family Physicians released these facts about pregnancy and oral health. Take a look. An informed patient is a wise patient! Besides, aren’t parents supposed to know everything?

  • Gum disease, or periodontitis, can contribute to a low birth weight.
  • A deep hygiene cleaning, with scaling and root planing, on pregnant women with gum disease can reduce the potential for low-weight birth.
  • In the third trimester, treating tooth decay with a topical antibacterial reduces the oral bacteria level in the pregnant mother. It also lowers the risk of transmitting bacteria to the baby. (more…)

How to Choose Your Children’s Dentist in Buckhead & Greater Atlanta

As a parent, some of the most important decisions you make will be choosing your children’s healthcare providers. The Dentistry in Buckhead team loves kids. I’m Dr. Peter Pate, a father, husband, and family dentist. I understand the heavy responsibility of choosing the right medical team to care for your children and loved ones because I’m sitting right beside you in that boat. Of course, I want you to choose me and my team to take care of your family’s smiles, but regardless of your choice, these questions should help you make a good decision.

  • Hours: Are the dentist’s hours conducive to your child’s schedule? To your schedule?
  • Location: Is the dental practice located in a convenient area for your family?
  • Services: Does the dentist provide the services you need? Does the dentist see children? How young?
  • Kid-Friendly: Does the team like working with kids? Does the office have television and wi-fi to entertain kids?
  • Tour: Can you take a tour of the office to determine if it’s the right place for your family?
  • Team: Can you meet the team to get a feel for their personalities before scheduling your visit?
  • Payment: Does the dentist accept credit cards? Can you pay with a CareCredit loan? (more…)

July 29, 2010

Buckhead’s Family Dentist

With appointments as early as 7am, Dentistry in Buckhead makes dental visits convenient for the whole family. I’m Dr. Peter Pate, a restorative and cosmetic family dentist in the Buckhead  area of Atlanta. I designed my office to make patients of all ages—that’s you and your family–feel comfortable and welcome. As a husband and father, I’m sensitive to the importance of having reliable, trustworthy, and knowledgeable medical professionals to care for my family.

Each of my fabulous team members has a sincere dedication to excellence in patient care, customer service, and professional growth. You’ll also appreciate our state-of-the-art technology, which includes digital X-rays for significantly reduced radiation exposure—80% less than traditional radiographs. Patient safety and comfort are top priorities to us. If you’re nervous about dental visits, ask me about sedation dentistry. I offers a few options that have helped many people change the way they feel about going to the dentist. In fact, we need to talk about your goals, concerns, and anything that I can do to make your experience in my office more rewarding.

In addition to being a dentist, I’m a small business owner. To me, this means that I have to continually earn your business. At Dentistry in Buckhead, my team and I invest in people, not just teeth. We’re interested in your family’s total health. (more…)

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