Michael Lawrence Howard, DDS

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Mon - Thu:	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:	9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Primary: Dentist

Sub-Specialty: Primary Dental Care

Additional Specialties: Dental General Practice

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The Village at West Cobb

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Michael L Howard DDS PC

Michael L Howard, DDS

Howard, Michael L, DDS

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http://www.leadingedgedentistry.com

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Dentists, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Clinics, Dental Hygienists, Dental Labs, Endodontists, Implant Dentistry, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontists, Periodontists, Physicians & Surgeons, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontists & Denture Centers, Teeth Whitening Products & Services

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Phone: (770) 425-2001

Address: 3475 Dallas Hwy SW Ste 310, Marietta, GA 30064

Website: http://www.leadingedgedentistry.com

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Michael Lawrence Howard, DDS

Dental Examination
X-rays
Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer rates are on the rise in the United States and around the world. That means the need for routine screenings is higher than ever, as more young and otherwise healthy patients are being diagnosed with oral cancer every day. Have you and your loved ones had an oral cancer screening lately? If the answer is no — or never — then your dentist in Marietta recommends getting one this month. Keep reading to find out why.

Teeth Cleaning
From about the age of five, patients should visit a dentist two times each year for professional teeth cleanings. Our skilled hygienists offer gentle cleanings that remove bacteria, plaque, and tartar from even the hardest to reach areas of teeth. Additionally, our hygienists screen for periodontal disease, make recommendations for the best at-home hygiene routines, and answer your oral health questions. Our hygienists are dedicated to preventing potential damage caused by periodontal disease, but for those patients who do suffer from the condition, we offer a number of treatment options, including...
Fluoride Treatment
The team at Leading Edge Dentistry is dedicated to helping patients of all ages achieve and maintain their optimal level of oral health by keeping natural teeth for a lifetime. This starts by helping young patients develop exceptional oral hygiene routines that keep their smiles beautiful for life. In addition to these great habits practiced at home, we can offer your child additional protection to keep tooth decay away and enamel strong. With dental sealants and fluoride treatment, you can be sure your childâ€™s teeth are protected and strengthened, all while going about their day-to-day activities at school. Not to mention keeping their pearly whites and soft tissues safe with athletic mouthguards! Contact our Marietta, GA dental team to find out more about pediatric services or schedule an appointment for your child. We look forward to seeing your family soon!
Dental Sealants
The American Dental Association recommends sealants as a key to cavity prevention. This quick, easy preventive solution protects especially the molars and premolars that are more difficult to reach.

Fillings
Traditional amalgam fillings consist of mercury, tin, copper, zinc, and silver. They create a hard, durable material when mixed together to repair damaged teeth; however, not without concern. There are several countries that have banned their use due to potential adverse complications.
Resin Composite
Composite resin fillings look beautiful, but they also have a number of oral health benefits compared to traditional amalgams, including...
Veneers
On any of the teeth that show when you smile. Here, veneers can enhance the appearance of any number of
Crowns
If your temporary dental crown or bridge does come off, give our office a call so we can provide you with specific instructions and also make arrangements for you to come in and have it re-cemented. In the meantime, we can walk you through placing the temporary restoration right back on your tooth. Doing so will protect the teeth from irritating stimuli, such as hot or cold foods and liquids. Wearing the temporary crown will also hold the tooth in place and keep it from shifting position (an important factor in how well or how easily your permanent dental crown can be fitted.) If the bite on your temporary crown or bridge seems incorrect when it is placed back on your tooth, then it might be advisable to leave it off.
Bridges
If you have missing, damaged, broken, or decayed teeth, we’re ready to help! Leading Edge Dentistry provides custom-made dental crowns in West Cobb with various options to ensure satisfaction for his patients. We also offers dental bridges for patients who are missing multiple teeth consecutively. Both of these restorations not only improve appearance, but they also positively impact oral health. Keep reading to learn more about these treatment options.
Dental Bonding
If you’re like many patients, it doesn’t take much to want to hide your smile from others. Minor cosmetic flaws can be enough to send you on a frantic search for a useful and beneficial solution. Cosmetic bonding is a cost-effective alternative to fixing minor cosmetic issues, such as...
Restorative Dentistry
Over the years, Leading Edge Dentistry has transformed countless smiles for the better with the power of cosmetic and restorative dentistry. We invite you to look through our personal gallery to see firsthand examples of our work! You may even find the perfect match for the dental changes you’d like to make by visiting our practice. Contact our Marietta, GA office

Root Canal Treatment
Dr. Patel has taken countless continuing education courses to become extremely proficient in all aspects of general dentistry. She has an extensive skill set with which to perform a broad range of procedures, including endodontics (root canals), oral surgery, implants, and general and cosmetic dentistry. However, it is Dr. Patelâ€™s compassionate and caring nature that truly sets her apart from others. She strives to not only to restore your smile and improve your oral health but your overall health as well.

Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty
When you smile, do you feel like your gums are too prominent or uneven? Do your teeth look stubby? Many patients who are unhappy with their smiles never consider that it may actually be the gums making their smile look less than perfect. For patients with gummy smiles, beautiful dental structure is hidden and waiting to be revealed, and a gum lift (also known as a gingivectomy) is a quick, painless solution. We use advanced diode laser dentistry to quickly and effectively remove or reshape the excess soft tissue. The day of treatment, we mark the areas of the gum to be removed, administer local anesthesia or sedation, and use a diode laser to precisely remove indicated gum tissue. Laser dentistry minimizes bleeding, discomfort, and healing time. Within a week after your treatment at Leading Edge Dentistry, patients look and feel better than ever.

Dentures
Every tooth in your mouth serves an important role which is why a complete smile is vital to your oral health, functions, and appearance. Not only are your teeth critical for your ability to chew and speak, but studies show people who have a full set of teeth live longer than those without. Unfortunately, tooth loss is quite common. If you’re among those who are suffering gaps in your smile, Leading Edge Dentistry can reinstate your dental health and quality of life with full or partial dentures in Cobb.

Dental Implants
Mini dental implants are precisely what they sound like — very similar to traditional dental implants, just on a smaller scale. They are tiny titanium posts that are inserted beneath the gum line, where they provide excellent stability for the prosthetic tooth replacement that will be secured on top. Once complete, the new teeth snap into place as securely as a button on your shirt. Mini dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or a whole row of missing teeth in the upper or lower jaw.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
Tooth Extractions
If you’ve experienced significant tooth loss, you might be a candidate for dentures. We’ll perform a thorough consultation and discuss your preferences to create a personalized plan to rehabilitate your smile. Based on the results of your examination, you may need additional procedures before moving forward, like periodontal therapy or tooth extractions.
Bone Grafting
Traditional dental implants are completed over the course of many months. The entire procedure can take up to a year, in some cases. Mini dental implants, however, are placed and restored over the course of just a few short visits to our Marietta dental practice. Additionally, traditional dental implants require plenty of supporting jawbone structure for proper anchoring and a stable fit. Mini dental implants, because they are smaller, can be placed without the need for preparatory procedures like bone grafting. That speeds up the process even more for patients who have a weakened or diminished jaw bone.

Braces

Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a safe, effective, and lasting way to brighten most smiles. Whitening treatments are most successful in removing yellow, brown, and orange tinges that result from age, coffee, tea, and tobacco.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Howard also puts his teaching experience to work in each patient’s treatment-planning presentation. He uses images from an intraoral camera to help you understand the need for any proposed treatments. With his multimedia patient education system, he helps you explore your cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry options and decide which treatments are right for you.
General Dentistry
Dr. Dimple Patel is a native of South Carolina and was born and raised in the Carolinas. For her undergraduate work, Dr. Patel attended Emory University in Atlanta, GA where she attained degrees in Psychology and Religion while also completing her science requirements for dental school. Upon graduation with honors from Emory in 2000, Dr. Patel returned home to attend dental school at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. While there, she was inducted into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society and was named a Hinman Scholar. In 2005, after graduating 2nd in her class, Dr. Patel returned to Atlanta to pursue her career in general dentistry. She has been delivering excellent dental care to her community in the Greater Atlanta area for the last 17 years before joining Leading Edge Dentistry.

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