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Bitesize Pediatric Dentistry
1426 W. College Street, Pulaski, TN 38478 
42.99 miles near Underwood
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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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Dental Associates of North Alabama
1815 Somerville Rd SE, Ste A, Decatur, AL 35601 
46.11 miles near Underwood
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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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Nov 7, 2023
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As kids, we lose our deciduous teeth as a natural part of growing up. However, as adults, losing teeth is often due to injury. Periodontal disease leads to major tooth loss. Since missing teeth at adulthood isn’t natural, this means problems. You could have difficulties eating. Problems articulating could occur. Finally, you could risk negative changes to your smile, or even smile’s stability. You need a skilled in-network dentist in Underwood, AL who can correct your tooth loss. Fortunately, Doctors Network can help you on the road to a full smile.


First, we will connect you to a dedicated dentist in your area. Once we do, your new dentist can evaluate your smile to assess your tooth loss. For mild cases, a dental bridge could be placed, restoring smile function. For several gaps, partials could offer a solution and rebuild your smile. Finally, a complete denture could be crafted and secured. While most fulls and partials are removable, they could be stablized with titanium implants. Dental implants are secured like natural teeth, and prevent negative changes to your jawbones and facial structure following losing a tooth.


If you live in the Underwood‘s proximity and have unsightly gaps in your smile, let us know. We can get you started on receiving the tooth replacement you need. A full smile is possible, even if you’ve lost all of your teeth, and even if years have elapsed since that happened!


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Jun 8, 2023

There is no substitute for an attractive smile, but as we age, most of us struggle with tooth loss. Missing teeth could lead to difficulty 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 dentures or fixed partial dentures, these are connected to posts inserted into your jaw. Crowns or even prosthetics like full and partial dentures are locked into 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 address unsightly gaps with dental implants? If you want to know how much a dental implant costs near Underwood, you are not alone, but firstly, you need to find a Underwood dentist who can offer implant dentistry. Doctors Network can help you with this, connecting you to a dental office who not only can address your concerns about missing teeth, but also accepts walk-in patients. You can even sign up for a Doctors Network membership plan to decrease the cost of your treatment.


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

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Mar 25, 2023

Major problems arise when we lose natural teeth. Obviously, there are problems with eating a variety of meals. Even speaking clearly could be a problem. However, the major problem is the loss of structure in the jaw. This weakens the jaw, and could even cause an older appearance. More importantly, this leaves the smile too weak for implants. Additional treatments could be necessary to strengthen the jaw in order to prepare the gum for dental implants! Fortunately, Doctors Network could help you schedule an appointment with a local Underwood dentist who is in-network with individual dental insurance plans and provides this care. In addition, we could also discuss our membership program to make dental care affordable!


Jawbone grafting is also known as ridge augmentation. Essentially this enables the dentist to preserve the ridge in your gums. Your dentist could use a number of different options. We could take tissue from the back of the jaw or the hip. Donor materials such as bovine bone particles could also be used. Others recommend synthetic materials. Through oral surgery, these are applied to the areas of weakened structure in the mandible.


Once the area heals, one or more dental implants could be placed. The body will accept them as natural roots. As a result, they help prevent any further breakdown in the jaw, protecting facial structure. Our team can connect you to a dentist in Underwood, AL who performs ridge augmentation and dental implants, and also let you know about our membership plan to make sure your care fits in your budget!

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Mar 21, 2023

Tooth loss could lead to several problems for your smile. For example, this could impact your meal options, or how clearly you can talk. But the most serious complication is the loss of mass and density in the jaw. The body decreases the flow of calcium, phosphate, and other minerals to the areas without roots, 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 lost teeth. But Doctors Network can connect you with a dentist in Underwood, AL who can strengthen your smile.


As we’ve discussed in previous posts, a jawbone grafting procedure helps strengthen the lower jaw, so it can support dental implants. But what about the upper jaw? Instead of adding new tissue, your Underwood dentist could perform a sinus lift. Basically, the dentist will raise the sinus floor to generate new bone structure. The new structure can support dental implants. Once the new teeth are secured, this stimulates the growth of bone tissue to prevent further breakdowns. Your new teeth then stay in place for years, possibly even a lifetime.


If you need to strengthen your weakened upper jawbone to support one or more dental implants, we could help. Our team can connect you with a Underwood, AL oral surgeon who can provide these services and takes new patients. When your smile is strengthened and ready, dental implants could provide a complete smile again. If you don’t have insurance, don’t let this stand between you and optimal oral health. Instead, talk to our team about our Direct Dental Plan. With our Direct Dental Plan, you can have treatments discounted by as much as 90% in some situations. A full smile can happen!

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Nov 5, 2022

Have you lost most of your natural teeth? If so, this could mean complications with bite functions, from trouble eating a variety of foods, to difficulties talking. Your jaw loses bone mass following tooth loss, which could lead to worsening dental health. In some cases, a breakdown in the facial structures could develop as well. You could benefit from implant dentures not only to replace missing teeth, but also to keep the jawbone strong. But what if your jaw is too weak for a set of implant-secured dentures? Then Doctors Network can recommend a Underwood cosmetic dentist who specializes in All-On-4 procedure.


Most implant-supported dentures need between 6 and 8 posts per jaw. But with All-on-4, just four implants are required. Even if your jaw has lost mass and density this could still support a full set of dental restorations. No need to undergo bone ridge preservation beforehand! These can also often be placed with the denture attached on the same visit. In fact, that’s why this is often referred to as Teeth-In-A-Day. Our team can help find best private dentists in Underwood who can provide you with a new smile. You can even request an online dental appointment.


If you have a limited budget, then consider signing up for our Direct Dental Plan. This membership program allows you to pay a small monthly fee, which is set by your dentist, to save significantly on prosthetic dentistry. This helps our Underwood patients find affordable dental care, and smile with confidence once again.

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Sep 21, 2022

Do you have A Loose Tooth? Or, have you developed several gaps in your smile? If so, this could mean more than just embarrassing gaps in your smile. Over time, you may develop negative impacts on the health, beauty, and function of your smile. In fact, you could even develop major changes to your facial structures! To safeguard the health, beauty, and function of your smile, you need help from a good dental practice around Underwood, and we can help you find local dental practices that accept most dental insurances!


What happens when you lose your teeth? Well, the surrounding teeth could shift, causing dental misalignment. The pressure on your tempromandibular joints and bite balance could lead to painful complications, like TMJ disorder or bruxism. You could have difficulty eating your favorite foods, and speaking clearly could become difficult as well. But the most severe complication is the the weakening of the jaw. This means that you could suffer further tooth loss. In addition, a prematurely aged appearance could arise! But help is available, as Underwood dental professionals could discuss advanced prosthetics, such as bridges and implants, and select treatment options that could be covered with most dental insurances.


Fixed partial dentures could address minor tooth loss. Dentures could replace the majority or all of your natural teeth. For the most lifelike and durable option, you could find the best Underwood 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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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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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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