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Somewhere, right now, there is a patient who was told at their last cleaning that they have a small cavity. It needs a filling. Not urgently — it’s small, it doesn’t hurt, life is busy, and the dentist said to watch it. And so they are watching it. From the outside. While it quietly becomes

Most Marietta parents don’t think much about their teenager’s third molars until a panoramic X-ray at a routine dental visit reveals what’s coming — four wisdom teeth starting to crowd the back of the mouth, angled in ways that will almost certainly require removal before they cause problems. The recommendation arrives, the logistics start to

Summer in Marietta has a way of making people more aware of their smiles. There are outdoor events, family reunions, backyard gatherings, and more photos than any other time of year. If there’s something about your smile that has been quietly bothering you — a chip you keep noticing, a gap that shows up in

Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and Marietta families are gearing up for everything summer brings—baseball tournaments at Kennworth Park, swim team practices, long days at Six Flags, and backyard cookouts that stretch into the evening. Between the heat and the activity, everyone knows hydration matters. What most people don’t realize is that staying hydrated

You might not realize it, but your jaw has a lot to say about your stress levels. That dull headache when you wake up, the soreness along your jawline during a packed workday, the mysterious chip in a tooth you can’t explain—these are all signals your body is sending, and they all point to the

Georgia has earned its reputation as one of the worst states in the country for seasonal allergies, and Marietta residents know this all too well. When March arrives and the trees start their annual pollen explosion, you’re probably prepared for the sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion. But there’s one place you might not expect allergies

You probably know you inherited your eye color, hair texture, and height from your parents. But did you know your smile has a genetic component too? From the shape of your jaw to your risk for cavities, many aspects of your dental health trace back to the DNA your parents passed down to you. At Pure

As we step into 2026, millions of people across Marietta and beyond are setting resolutions aimed at improving their health, appearance, and overall quality of life. Gym memberships spike, healthy eating plans begin, and self-improvement books fly off the shelves. But while most New Year’s resolutions focus on losing weight, exercising more, or advancing careers,

The rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro has revolutionized weight loss and diabetes management, offering hope to millions struggling with these challenging conditions. However, alongside their impressive benefits, these medications have introduced an unexpected concern that’s gaining attention in dental offices across Marietta and beyond: significant oral health side effects that patients

If you’ve ever watched your child become visibly distressed at the mention of a dental visit, you’re not alone. Dental anxiety affects an estimated 9-20% of children and adolescents, making it one of the most significant challenges in pediatric healthcare today. At Pure Smiles Dentistry in Marietta, Dr. Sanil Patel, Dr. Graham Kellams, and Dr.