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Dental Associates of North Alabama
1815 Somerville Rd SE, Ste A, Decatur, AL 35601 
20.37 miles near North Courtland
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(256) 355-2275

Dr. Greg Hawkins knew that dentistry was his calling after his own dentist helped him deal with a bad oral health situation as a child. He realized that he wanted to do the same for others and started on the track to becoming a dentist. Dr. Hawkins attended Holly Pond High School, then went on to Auburn University where he completed his undergraduate studies by 1983. He graduated from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry in 1988. Since then, he has been a practicing dentist, working closely with his patients to treat their conditions and provide them with long-lasting solutions.

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Bitesize Pediatric Dentistry
1426 W. College Street, Pulaski, TN 38478 
38.89 miles near North Courtland
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(931) 363-6300

Dr. Hugh T. Herrington never imagined his interest in dentistry would take him this far. He graduated from Lambuth University in Jackson, TN, in 1976 where he was part of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He then attended the UT Health Science Center in Memphis, TN, where he earned his DDS in 1980. Today, he is part of an amazing dental team made up of twelve wonderful co-workers, one incredible partner, and countless patients who make every day at the office a pleasure. Dr. Herrington values the impact his patients have had on his life and works hard every day to stay up-to-date on the latest dental technologies so that he can provide them with the best quality dental care possible.

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Doctors Network
Nov 7, 2023
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As adolescents, we lose our baby teeth over time. However, as adults, losing teeth is often due to injury. Gum disease leads to major tooth loss. Since missing teeth at this age isn’t natural, this means problems. You could have difficulties consuming solid foods. Problems talking are a common consequence. Finally, you could risk negative changes to your smile, or even your facial structure. You need a skilled Blue Cross Blue Shield dentist in North Courtland, AL who can provide prosthetic dentistry. Fortunately, Doctors Network can help find a local dentist.


First, we will connect you to a dentist in your location who accepts your insurance. Once we do, your new dentist can inspect your smile to understand the factors behind your missing teeth. For less severe cases, a dental bridge could be placed, addressing one to three missing teeth in a row. For multiple gaps, partial dentures could offer a solution and address complicated tooth loss. Finally, a complete denture or CD could be prescribed. While most fulls and partial dentures are removable, they could be supported with long-lasting dental implants. Dental implants act as natural teeth, and stimulate bone preservation in your jaw and facial structure following missing a tooth.


If you live in the North Courtland area and have lost your natural teeth, let us know. We can help you get started on receiving bridges or dentures. A full smile is possible, even if you’ve suffered edentulism, and even if many years have gone by since that happened!


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Doctors Network
Jun 8, 2023

You can’t put a price on a full smile, but as we age, most of us struggle with tooth loss. Missing teeth could lead to trouble with eating and speaking, and can even lead to bone loss in the jaw. To treat missing teeth, people often turn to implants and fixed dentures. Unlike traditional prosthetics, such as bridges or removable dentures, these are connected to posts placed into your jaw. Crowns or even prosthetics like bridges are securely attached to these implant posts. These then act as new roots, so your new teeth can last not ten years, but several decades with proper care.


Are you ready to tackle your tooth loss with dental implants? If you want to know how much dental implants cost near you in North Courtland, you are not alone, but firstly, you need to find a North Courtland dentist who can offer tooth replacement. Doctors Network can help you with this, connecting you to a dentist who not only can address your concerns about missing teeth, but also takes Blue Cross Blue Shield. Same-day appointments are usually available. You can even sign up for a Doctors Network membership plan to reduce the cost of your treatment.


The dentist will take a close look at your smile. Underlying factors may need to be considered before moving forward. But once completed, your dental implants will offer quality prosthetics that look and function like natural dentition!

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Doctors Network
Mar 25, 2023

Oral health declines when we lose natural teeth. Obviously, there are problems with consuming solid foods. Even talking clearly could be a problem. However, the major problem is the break down of density in the jaw. This weakens the jaw, and could even cause an older appearance. More importantly, this prevents dental implant placement. Additional treatments could be necessary to strengthen the jaw in order to prepare the gum for dental implants! Fortunately, Doctors Network could help you find a local North Courtland dentist who is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and offers jawbone grafting. In addition, we could also discuss our membership plan to make care affordable!


Jawbone grafting is also known as ridge augmentation. Essentially this enables the dentist to restore the lost structure in your gums. Your dentist could use various sources. Tissue could be sourced from the back of the jaw or the hip. Donor materials such as bovine bone particles may be recommended too. We could also recommend synthetic materials. Through oral surgery, these are applied to the areas of weakened structure in the lower jaw.


Once the area heals, the dental implants could be placed. The body will see them as natural structures. As a result, they help prevent any further breakdown in the jaw, allowing long-lasting tooth replacement. Our team can connect you to a dentist in North Courtland, AL who performs jawbone grafting, and also let you know about our dental discount plan to make sure your care fits your budget!

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Doctors Network
Mar 21, 2023

Tooth loss could lead to major issues for your smile. For example, this could impact your nutritional intake, or how clearly you can articulate. But the most serious complication is the loss of mass and density in the jaw. The body reduces the flow of calcium, phosphate, and other minerals to the areas without teeth, which in turn causes bone loss and the loss of youthful facial structure and weakens the structure significantly. Which means you may not be able to receive dental implants to address your missing teeth. But Doctors Network can connect you with a dentist in North Courtland, AL who can shore up your jaw.


As we’ve discussed in previous posts, a ridge augmentation procedure helps strengthen the mandible, so it can support dental implants. But what about the upper jaw? Instead of grafting, your North Courtland dentist could perform a sinus lift. Basically, the dentist will push up the sinus floor to induce the formation of new bone structure. The new structure can support one or more implants. Once the new teeth are secured, this stimulates the growth of bone tissue to keep your jaw secure. Your new teeth then stay firm for decades, possibly even a lifetime.


If you need to strengthen your weakened maxillary jawbone to support a new smile, we could help. Our team can connect you with a North Courtland, AL dental professional who can address tooth loss and takes Blue Cross Blue Shield. When your smile is strengthened and ready, dental implants could provide a complete smile again. If you don’t have dental insurance, don’t let this stand between you and optimal oral health. Instead, talk to our team about our Direct Dental Plan. With a monthly membership fee, you can have treatments discounted by as much as 90% in some situations. A full smile is in your future!

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Doctors Network
Sep 21, 2022

Do you have Loose teeth? Or, have you lost several of them? If so, this could mean impacts beyond the smile esthetics. Over time, you may suffer major oral function and health complications. In fact, you could even lose many youthful features! To safeguard the function, health, and beauty of your smile, you need help from a good dental practice near North Courtland, and we can help you find local dental practices that accept Blue Cross Blue Shield!


What happens when you lose your teeth? Well, the surrounding teeth could shift, leading to crooked or crowded teeth. The pressure on your TMJ and bite balance could lead to painful complications, like TMD or persistent teeth grinding or clenching. You could have difficulty eating your favorite foods, and speaking clearly could become complicated as well. But the most serious complication is the break down of the jawbone structure. This means that you could suffer further tooth loss. In addition, facial structure changes could make you appear older! But help is available, as North Courtland dentists or prosthodontists could discuss advanced prosthetics, such as bridges and implants, and select treatment options that could be covered with Blue Cross Blue Shield.


Fixed partial dentures could replace one to three missing teeth in a row. All on four dental implants could provide solutions for more severe cases. For a functional and effective prosthetic, you could find the best North Courtland dentists that perform dental implants. Don’t let tooth loss impact your quality of life, and talk to our team about finding an implantologist!

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Doctors Network
Sep 17, 2022

It is important for kids to visit a pediatric dentist on a biannual basis for exams and cleanings. By teaching your children how to take care of their teeth, you are ensuring that they have the skills to have healthy smiles for ever. If you are looking for a kids’ dentist in North Courtland who takes Blue Cross Blue Shield, you are on the right website.


In addition to offering checkups and cleanings, dentists on Doctors Network also provide your little children with dental sealants. Sealants are thin layers of film that go on top of their back teeth. They work as a protective film that forms a barrier between their molars and harmful germs. This ultimately prevents the risk of infection by up to 80%. It is a simple service that is very effective at preventing cavities on adult teeth in the future.


Fluoride treatments are another great tool that your pediatric dentists provide. Fluoride is a natural mineral that helps fortify your child’s teeth. While enamel is one of the strongest substances our bodies produce, it can still weaken over time. When this occurs, your little one’s teeth become more susceptible to damage. Fluoride treatment prevents this from happening. Using fluoride toothpaste can also help. For more information, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with one of our pediatric dentists in North Courtland.

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Doctors Network
Feb 2, 2022
With a population of nearly five million, Alabama is one of the most historically relevant of the United States. For instance, the first rocket to put humans on the moon was built by Alabamians. The state is also one of the most health-conscious, and is known for a generally reasonable cost of living and its affordable health care programs. Doctors Network helps keep that reputation strong by providing Alabamians with highly affordable direct dental plans. By signing up with a direct plan at your primary dentist’s office, you can enjoy significant savings on all aspects of your dental health care, even if you already have existing dental insurance coverage.
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Feb 2, 2022
Over 16% of Alabama residents are over the age of 65, while almost 23% are under the age of 18. For both age groups, personalized dental care is especially important. Older patients often require restoration or prosthodontic care to replace lost teeth; younger patients may need additional ongoing preventive measures, such as orthodontics, to avoid more serious issues later in life. On top of routine general dental care, treatment for seniors and children can cause the costs of your family’s dental care to skyrocket. Fortunately, Doctors Network offers families throughout Alabama a highly affordable alternative to managing dental care costs with a direct dental plan.
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Feb 2, 2022
By signing up for Doctors Network at your primary dentist’s office, you can attend checkup and cleaning appointments as often as needed for only $25 per visit. You can also benefit from discounts of up to 90% on treatments like dentures, dental implants, Invisalign® aligners, and more. Even better news – signing up is as easy as visiting with your primary dentist, or visiting the Doctors Network website at https://www.doctorsnetwork.com/ and choosing an Alabama dentist who is in the network. Joining Doctors Network only requires a small initial fee, which is set by your dentist, and a low monthly fee of the same amount, with no hidden fees or surprise surcharges.
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