For some, it would be the most challenging Fear Factor stunt imaginable. The sights, sounds and potential for pain dissuade thousands from seeking a dentist's help when they need it.

While treatment for gum disease or tooth decay is necessary for good general health, chances are these conditions remain untreated time after time. Truth is a visit to the dentist doesn't necessarily have to be so bad anymore. In recent years, the word "laser" has crept into our language. It has done the same thing in the medical field and the Waterlase system marketed by BIOLASE is nothing short of a breakthrough in dentist technology. More Laser Dentist Technology >>

Our goal is to provide the highest quality dentist care that will provide you with excellent function, appearance and value over the long term. Dr. Dick views his role as your dental coach. We strive to always be respectful of your time, giving you the individualized attention that is necessary to guide you toward maximum, health, comfort, function, and appearance, a savings of time and money in the future, and most of all offering a sincere smile.

Over the last several years the relationship between periodontal disease and several life-threatening systemic diseases has emerged and is well-accepted. Studies have shown relationships to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory disease, lowbirthweitht babies and pre-term deliveries. Periodontal (gum) disease has also been mentioned in articles on pancreatic cancer, gastric ulcers, and Alzheimer’s disease. For years dentists’ focus has been on saving a patient’s teeth and restoring the form and function of the masticatory system. Now the focus must include the salvation of the patient’s life.’

For years the mouth-body connection was a hypothesis. Confirmation of the relationship between periodontal disease and systemic disease is the most important thing that has happened in dentistry in 100 years

Dr. Dick is a member of the American Dental Association, the Tennessee Dentist Association, the Chattanooga Area Dentist Association and the Academy of General Dentist. Dr Dick has extensive continuing education and certifications, has attended over 5000 hours of continuing dentist education since starting practice, and over 200 hours during the past twelve months alone. Dr Dick offers the latest in dentist technology and treatment modalities, including conscious sedation certification. Did we mention how well trained, competent and generally terrific the staff is? More About Dr. Dick - The Dentist >>