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Dental Associates of North Alabama
1815 Somerville Rd SE, Ste A, Decatur, AL 35601 
32.18 miles near Union Grove
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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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Doctors Network
Nov 7, 2023
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As adolescents, we lose our deciduous teeth as a natural part of growing up. However, in adulthood, losing teeth is often due to injury. Gum disease is the number one cause. Since missing teeth at adulthood isn’t natural, this means oral health complications. You could have problems consuming solid foods. Problems speaking clearly may develop. Finally, you could risk impacting your smile alignment, or even smile’s stability. You need a permanent in-network dentist in Union Grove, AL who can replace missing teeth. Fortunately, Doctors Network can help you on the road to a full smile.


First, we will help connect you to a skilled dentist in your area. Then, your new dentist can evaluate your smile to assess 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 could be custom-made. While most complete dentures and partial dentures are removable, they could be secured with long-lasting dental implants. Dental implants essentially look and function like natural teeth, and stimulate bone preservation in your mandible and maxilla and facial structure following tooth loss.


If you live in the Union Grove area and have lost your natural teeth, let us help. We can get you started on receiving a dental prosthetic. Model-worthy teeth are within reach, even if you’ve suffered edentulism, and even if years have elapsed since that happened!


P. S. Please congratulate our dental surgeons in Nashville, TN with us this week.

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Doctors Network
Oct 19, 2023
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When you have chronic snoring, you may not assume a dentist could help. In fact, dentists can often provide a non-invasive option to stop nighttime airway obstruction. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) means that as you sleep, the soft palate and the tissues around the throat collapse and cause you to stop breathing. Patients with OSA actually stop breathing for a few seconds until the brain wakes them. Even if you believe you slept well, you could feel tired! But when is it time to contact Doctors Network to find Union Grove, AL dentists who provide treatment options?


Sings of sleep apnea could include loud and frequent snoring. Daytime drowsiness, headaches, and trouble with interpersonal relationships could be factors too. With no treatment, OSA could impact your immune system and increase the risk of heart disease. When you notice similar signs and symptoms, consider seeing a dental professional. Often, oral appliance therapy can be used to keep air passages clear while you sleep, so you can finally sleep comfortably.


This week we are celebrating our dental care providers in New York.

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Doctors Network
Sep 28, 2023
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If you have a fractured tooth or a tooth that is misshapen or stained, then you could benefit from dental treatment. With tooth reshaping and tooth-color bonding in Union Grove, AL, these aesthetic imperfections can be corrected in only one sitting. At Doctors Network, we are here to help connect you with a dental expert in Union Grove, AL who accepts new patients and provides the comprehensive treatments you need. You may not believe just how much tooth-colored fillings can do in only one appointment.


Composite restoration repairs aesthetic concerns using a metal-free material. The bonding material, a mixture of glass-like and acrylic particles, is shaded and applied to the teeth. Union Grove general dentists also use this material to fill tooth cavities. With contouring, the dentist simply buffs and sands the outer tooth surfaces to correct your damaged or malformed tooth.


Today we are celebrating our Brooklyn family dentists. Utilizing both treatments, these dentists can reshape malformed teeth, repair dental damage, mask teeth stains, and close spaces between the teeth.

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Doctors Network
Aug 28, 2023

Periodontal disease impacts millions of adults. In fact, studies from the Centers for Disease Control reveal half of adults over the age of thirty have gum disease. Without treatment, gum disease could reach an advanced stage. Also known as periodontitis, this is actually the most common cause of missing teeth. All that to say, when you develop the symptoms of the disease, you should seek help as soon as you can. Inflamed and receding gums, especially with bleeding, are common indicators that you need to consult a Union Grove community dental professional.


Doctors Network can streamline searching for restorative dentists in Union Grove AL that accept new patients and can offer a treatment plan after examining your smile. If there is any sign of inflammation, then a treatment plan can be created. For the early stages, a deep cleaning followed by traditional cleanings every three to four months could safeguard the smile. For the later stages of the disease, there are options like pocket reduction surgery, laser dentistry, and more to protect your smile!

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Doctors Network
Jul 26, 2023

As children, many of us develop teeth grinding for short periods of time. The issue tends to pass on its own. But for some, bruxism could mean the issue persists into and throughout adolescence, and the pressure from clenching your teeth could injure your teeth. Cracks, chips, and worn-down structures could cause discomfort. You’re also more likely to develop tooth decay or even dental infection, which is why if you grind your teeth, you should consider using Doctors Network’s search tool to find a dentist in Union Grove.


Your significant other may let you know that you have bruxism when you sleep. Otherwise, symptoms could include jaw pain and tooth sensitivity. Treatment options vary. Some dentists bring relief by addressing the underlying factors. They could correct misalignment with clear aligners, or even replace missing teeth with dental implants. Many offer treatment with custom and comfortable occlusal splints. So don’t ignore the possible warning signs, talk to us about finding the right dentist in your area who accepts private patients.


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Doctors Network
Jun 8, 2023

You can’t put a price on an attractive smile, but as we age, many of us struggle with tooth loss. Missing teeth could lead to trouble with eating and speaking, and can even lead to a prematurely aged appearance. 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 placed into your jaw. Crowns or even prosthetics like dentures are securely attached to these implant posts. These then act as new roots, so your new teeth can last not ten years, but far much longer with proper care and attention.


Are you ready to address unsightly gaps with dental implants? If you want to know how much a dental implant costs near Union Grove, you are not alone, but first, you should find a Union Grove 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 tooth loss, but also accepts walk-in patients. 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 carefully examine your smile. Underlying oral health concerns may need to be addressed before moving forward. But once completed, your dental implants will offer replacement teeth that look and function like natural dentition!

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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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Doctors Network
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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Doctors Network
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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