Convenient Access from Clarkston
Families settling into a new home, students at the Perimeter College campus and longtime residents all need a dental office they can reach easily. Atlanta Dental Team is about 10 minutes from Clarkston City Hall, on Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain. If you are looking for a dentist Clarkston, GA patients can count on for checkups and urgent visits alike, we are one interstate exit away.
From City Hall on Park North Boulevard, follow Park North Boulevard to Church Street and get on I-285 South. Take it one exit to Memorial Drive, then head east to 5462 Memorial Dr Ste 103, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 on the north side of the road. Most drivers cover the 5 miles in about 10 minutes, though I-285 can back up at rush hour.
Once you leave the interstate, it is a straight run east on Memorial Drive to our door. Pull up our listing on Google Maps to load turn-by-turn directions. Patients also come to us from Abingdon Park, a few minutes to the east, and from Scottdale to the southwest.
A Welcoming Dental Home for Clarkston Families
Clarkston, a city in DeKalb County, has been called "the Ellis Island of the South" and "the most diverse square mile in America." The city grew along the Georgia Railroad and took its name in 1882 from Col. W.W. Clark, a railroad director. Since the 1990s, its rental housing and transit access have made it a first home in the United States for many refugee families.
For a family new to the area, or new to dental care in the United States, a first visit can feel unfamiliar. Booking a checkup, understanding x-rays and deciding which treatment comes first all take a little explaining. A good first visit should let you see your own x-rays, hear your options in plain words and leave with priorities you can follow.
Clarkston also has a lively community life, from programs at the Clarkston Community Center to the boardwalks of Friendship Forest, a bird sanctuary north of downtown. Milam Park adds a pool, tennis courts and a pavilion close to home. A dental office ten minutes away fits easily into that busy local rhythm.
The city is also easy to leave and return to. MARTA bus routes connect residents to the rail system, and US 78 and I-285 put the rest of the county within a short drive. That same road network is what makes our office on Memorial Drive a quick hop for checkups, cleanings and repairs, without a trip into Atlanta.
Starting Dental Care in Clarkston: What to Know
Some adults have gone years between dental visits, for all kinds of reasons, and may never have had a full set of x-rays. That is a common starting point, not something to feel embarrassed about. A thorough first exam builds a baseline, finds anything urgent and separates it from the work that can be planned over time.
A complete oral exam looks at every tooth, the gums, the bite and the soft tissue of the mouth. Our digital x-rays use less radiation than traditional film and show the images on screen right away, so you can see the same picture the dentist sees. From there, cavities, worn teeth and gum problems can be handled one step at a time.
Children benefit from that same steady start. Regular cleanings, checks on new permanent teeth and dental sealants on the chewing surfaces of back molars help young patients avoid cavities while they settle into new routines.
Students at Georgia State University Perimeter College on North Indian Creek Drive face a different challenge. Classes, jobs and tight budgets make it easy to ignore a tooth until it hurts. When that happens, the practice works to provide same-day emergency care whenever possible, and new patients can start with a focused $59 emergency exam and x-ray.
Urgent and Routine Care from a Dentist Clarkston, GA Patients Can Reach Fast
Emergency Dental Treatment
Sudden pain, swelling or a broken tooth needs attention quickly. Emergency visits often come with next-day scheduling, so patients are not left waiting long for relief.
Preventative Dentistry
Routine evaluations, professional cleanings and early detection are the best way to avoid emergencies. For families building new routines in Clarkston, a regular cleaning schedule sets every member of the household on the right track.
Root Canal Therapy
When decay reaches the nerve, root canal therapy relieves the infection while preserving the natural tooth whenever possible. Keeping your own tooth is often simpler and less costly over time than replacing it.
Tooth Extractions
Some teeth are too damaged to save after years without care. Extractions are handled with careful planning and attention to comfort, and replacement options such as a bridge or implant can be part of the plan.
SureSmile® Clear Aligners
Crowded or crooked teeth are harder to clean. SureSmile® uses digitally planned, clear and removable aligners that come out for eating, brushing and flossing, a good fit for students and working adults.
Meet Our Dentists
Dr. Kim brings nearly 10 years of clinical experience in Canada and the United States, including three years in Toronto and three in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, where she cared for patients from many different backgrounds. She earned her DDS at the New York University College of Dentistry in 2016. Dr. Peter Dinh and Dr. Arzu Malik round out our team of dentists.
Insurance & Financing
We accept most dental insurance, such as United Healthcare and United Concordia. Patients without coverage can pay with cash, checks, credit cards or money orders. Sunbit and CareCredit financing help spread out the cost of larger treatment plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Atlanta Dental Team from Clarkston, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 5 miles from Clarkston City Hall, typically a 10-minute drive. Take Park North Boulevard and Church Street to I-285 South, exit at Memorial Drive and head east. Many people searching for a dentist Clarkston, GA residents can reach quickly are surprised it is only one exit down the interstate.
Can I become a patient if I have never seen a dentist in the United States?
Yes, new patients are welcome whatever their dental history. Your first visit can be the $79.99 comprehensive exam with x-rays, which gives the dentist a full picture of your teeth and gums. From there, you get a plan that lists urgent needs first and routine care after, so treatment can move at a pace that works for you.
What should I do about a toothache that keeps getting worse?
Call a dentist promptly, because a toothache that grows stronger often means infection is spreading. Swelling in the face or gums, fever or pain that wakes you at night are signs not to wait. Rinsing with warm salt water and taking an over-the-counter pain reliever as directed can help until you are seen.
Is it better to save a tooth with a root canal or have it pulled?
Saving the tooth is usually the better long-term choice when it can be restored. A root canal keeps your natural tooth in place, which protects your bite and the bone around it. Pulling a tooth can be quicker at first, but the gap often needs a bridge or implant later to prevent shifting.
Are dental x-rays safe?
Yes, dental x-rays use very low doses of radiation, and digital x-rays use even less than traditional film. They show decay between teeth, bone levels and infections that an exam alone can miss. X-rays are taken when they add useful information, and a full set at your first visit creates a baseline for future comparisons.
Schedule Your Visit from Clarkston
Whether you are new to Clarkston or have lived here for years, a dentist Clarkston, GA families trust is a short trip away. Call 770-758-6409 or send an appointment request online. Our areas we serve page lists the other communities we care for, and you can read more about our Dentist Stone Mountain, GA practice.