Convenient Access from Atlanta
Intown east-side residents looking for a dentist Atlanta, GA patients can visit without crossing downtown will find Atlanta Dental Team roughly 22 minutes away. We are just outside the Perimeter on Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain, with three dentists and a full menu of cosmetic, restorative and emergency care.
Starting from Historic Fourth Ward Park, take Rankin St and N Angier Ave up to North Ave, jog over on Moreland Ave, then ride Ponce de Leon Ave east.
Ponce becomes East Lake Rd, then Park Pl and College Ave through Decatur, and Avondale Rd and Covington Rd through Avondale Estates. Covington Hwy hands off to Mountain Dr, which joins Memorial Dr for the last stretch to 5462 Memorial Dr Ste 103, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 on the north side of the road, a short way west of the Village Square Dr signal. The full drive is 11.1 miles, usually about 22 minutes, though the surface streets through Decatur slow down at rush hour. Patients from Kirkwood and Druid Hills pick up the same US 278 corridor closer to home.
An Intown Choice with an Outside-the-Perimeter Address
Atlanta is the county seat of Fulton County, and the city also stretches east into DeKalb. The intown neighborhoods strung along the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail sit on the east side of the city, the side closest to our office. Around Historic Fourth Ward Park, Victorian homes, converted industrial lofts and new mixed-use buildings share the same few blocks near Ponce City Market.
The park itself is a neighborhood gathering place, with a playground, splash pad, amphitheater and skatepark beside its stormwater lake. A short walk away, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site preserves Dr. King's boyhood home in the Old Fourth Ward. It is a part of Atlanta where history, new construction and daily routines overlap on every block.
Housing that varied tends to mean varied dental priorities. One patient wants whiter teeth before a wedding or a new job; another needs a cracked molar handled this week. A practice that covers both under one roof saves Atlanta patients from juggling separate offices.
Chips and gaps are among the most common cosmetic complaints. Bonding reshapes a single tooth with tooth-colored material, while veneers cover the front surface of several teeth for a more uniform look. Your dentist can show you which option fits your teeth, your goals and your budget during a single consultation.
Atlanta Dental Team has cared for patients east of the city for more than three decades. The office keeps Monday through Thursday hours, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and is closed on Fridays.
What Atlanta Patients Should Know About Getting Here and Getting Care
You have options beyond the car. MARTA's Blue Line runs east from Five Points through Inman Park, Edgewood-Candler Park, East Lake, Decatur, Avondale and Kensington to Indian Creek, its last stop, just outside I-285. Indian Creek has free daily parking, and the station sits on our side of the Perimeter.
Drivers have a choice too. The Ponce de Leon Ave and US 278 corridor stays on surface streets the whole way, while I-20 east to I-285 north reaches Memorial Dr from the south. Either way, you avoid the Downtown Connector entirely.
Once you arrive, the focus shifts to clear answers. For a smile makeover, Zoom® Whitening brightens teeth in the office under a dentist's supervision, and it pairs well with bonding or veneers when shape matters as much as shade. Atlanta professionals weighing aligners can also compare SureSmile® with direct-to-consumer aligners before committing to either.
City routines are hard on teeth in quiet ways. Coffee through the morning, sparkling water at the desk and late dinners leave enamel bathed in acid for hours. Spacing those habits out, rinsing with plain water and keeping regular cleanings on the calendar protect enamel far better than any whitening product can repair it later.
Root canals still carry an outdated reputation. Local anesthetic numbs the area first, and the procedure removes the source of the ache rather than causing it. For patients who feel uneasy anyway, sedation options are available, and a review of your medical history comes first.
Smile Upgrades and Urgent Repairs from a Dentist Atlanta, GA Patients Use
Cosmetic Dentistry
Natural-looking enhancements, from whitening to veneers, refresh a smile without making it look done. It is a natural starting point before a big event or a career change.
SureSmile®
Clear, removable aligners, planned digitally, straighten teeth without brackets or wires. You take them out to eat, brush and floss, which suits a calendar full of meals out and work lunches.
Emergency Dental Treatment
Biting into something hard at lunch or waking up with a swollen jaw calls for quick help. We work to provide same-day emergency care whenever possible, and next-day scheduling is often available otherwise.
Root Canal Therapy
A deep infection does not have to cost you the tooth. Root canal therapy relieves the infection and preserves the natural tooth whenever possible.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation options range from mild relaxation to deeper, dream-like sedation. Each plan follows a review of your medical history, with monitoring throughout the visit.
Meet Our Dentists
Dr. Arzu Malik grew up in Boston, earned her Master of Science in Oral Health Sciences at Boston University and her DDS from New York University College of Dentistry in 2023, and she recently moved to Atlanta. She practices beside Dr. Peter Dinh, the owner, and Dr. Kim.
Insurance & Financing
Aetna Dental, United Healthcare and Principal are among the many plans we accept. Cosmetic work and larger treatment can be split into payments through Sunbit or CareCredit, and health savings accounts are welcome too.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Atlanta Dental Team from Atlanta, and how do I get there?
From Historic Fourth Ward Park, the office is about 11.1 miles away, a drive of roughly 22 minutes. Follow Ponce de Leon Ave east, then College Ave through Decatur and Covington Hwy to Mountain Dr and Memorial Dr. If you prefer the interstate, I-20 east to I-285 north also works, which keeps this dentist Atlanta, GA commuters use within easy reach.
Should I still see a dentist if my toothache goes away?
Yes, a toothache that suddenly stops can mean the nerve inside has died while the infection remains. Swelling or a bad taste may return later, often at a worse time. New patients can start with our $59 emergency exam and x-ray, which includes a focused exam and treatment recommendations.
How long does a root canal take?
Most root canals are finished in one or two visits, each lasting about an hour or a little longer. Front teeth with a single canal tend to go faster than molars with several. A crown is often placed afterward to protect the tooth, which may add a short follow-up appointment.
Why does my tooth hurt when I drink something cold?
Cold sensitivity usually means the inner layer of the tooth is exposed. Common causes include receding gums, worn enamel, a cavity or a cracked filling. Brief twinges may respond to a sensitivity toothpaste, but lingering pain can signal a deeper problem in the nerve, so it is worth an exam.
Can I go back to work after a dental appointment?
Usually, yes. After cleanings, fillings and most routine care, you can return to work right away, though numbness may linger for a few hours. If you have sedation, you may need someone to drive you and the rest of the day to recover, so schedule bigger visits with that in mind.
Schedule Your Visit from Atlanta
Book with a dentist Atlanta, GA commuters get to by Ponce de Leon Ave or I-20 by calling 770-758-6409 or requesting an appointment online. Browse all the communities we serve, or explore our Dentist Stone Mountain, GA homepage.