25 Results forGeneral Dentists near Athens, TN
Learn more about General Dentists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about General Dentists
A general dentist, or simply dentist, specializes in primary dental care: the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity (mouth, teeth and gums) and the maxillofacial area (head, neck, face and jaw). Dentists also maintain the function and appearance of these areas. The overall goal is to help people keep their teeth, mouth and gums healthy.
A dentist typically:
- Evaluates the patient's dental and medical history and performs an oral exam
- Teaches patients about dental conditions and diseases, good oral hygiene, and oral disease prevention
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests, such as X-rays and saliva tests, and prescribes medications including antibiotics and pain medications
- Diagnoses oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions based on an evaluation of tests and exams
- Provides preventive oral and primary dental care including dental cleanings and fluoride treatments
- Treats various oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions including tooth decay, gum disease, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder
- Works closely with other dental specialists and members of your healthcare team as needed to ensure optimal care
A general dentist may also be known by the following terms: dentist, primary dentist, tooth doctor, family dentist, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), and Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).
There are 25 specialists practicing Dentistry in Athens, TN with an overall average rating of 4.4 stars.
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Dr. Bradley Stewart, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry501 Decatur PikeAthens, TN 373030.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Caleb Mabry, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry746 Tell StAthens, TN 373030.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Specialty: Dentistry1911 Congress Pkwy SAthens, TN 373032.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. James Muscari, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1911 Congress Pkwy SAthens, TN 373032.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Low wait times
Dr. James Carter III, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2416 Congress Pkwy SAthens, TN 373032.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Philip Arnold, DDS
Specialty: Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics2 S HILL STAthens, TN 373030.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Hamir Contractor, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry393 559Athens, TN 373031.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Thomas Stillwell, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry899 CONGRESS PKWY NAthens, TN 373032.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. James Dugan II, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1132 W MADISON AVEAthens, TN 373030.9 miles awayDr. Raymond Pate, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry710 Tennessee AveEtowah, TN 373318.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Thomas Oakley III, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry746 Tell StAthens, TN 373030.8 miles awayDr. Charles Brown, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry920 Highway 411 NEtowah, TN 373317.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Alan Brock, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry800 W Madison AveAthens, TN 373030.6 miles awayDr. Jamie Trott, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry200 N Jackson StAthens, TN 373030.2 miles awayTaylor Watson
Specialty: Dentistry200 N Jackson StAthens, TN 373030.2 miles awayDr. John Young, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry401 W Washington AveAthens, TN 373030.3 miles awayDr. Charles Bivens, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry800 W Madison AveAthens, TN 373030.6 miles awayDr. Adam Priestwood, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry1011 W Madison AveAthens, TN 373030.8 miles awayDr. Elaine Lemings, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry111 N Meadows DrAthens, TN 373030.8 miles awayDr. Tasneem Sandhu, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Congress Pkwy SAthens, TN 373031.9 miles awayDr. Olivia Gannon, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1509 Congress Pkwy SAthens, TN 373032.7 miles awayDr. Moo Kim, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1509 Congress Pkwy SAthens, TN 373032.7 miles awayDr. Lawson Schroeder, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry393 COUNTY ROAD 554Athens, TN 373033.5 miles awayDr. William Moody, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry393 COUNTY ROAD 554Athens, TN 373033.5 miles awayDr. Larry Abbott, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry620 TENNESSEE AVEEtowah, TN 373318.9 miles away