You grew up with the basic knowledge that a dentist is the person who cleans your teeth. While this is certainly a true fact, a dentist can do so much more than cleanings and checkups. Finding a “full service dentist” means you are partnered with a dental professional who can offer multiple facets of dentistry…
Read MoreAccording to the American Cancer Society, oral cancer impacts 1 in every 60 men and 1 in every 140 women. The average survival rate for oral cancer is currently 5 years. Is mouth cancer on your radar? There’s an easy and effective way to get screened for oral cancer – at your routine dental visits….
Read MoreIf you have an impacted tooth, you know that the pain can be unbearable. An impacted tooth produces high levels of pain and sensitivity because it needs to be addressed. In other words, your body is telling you that something isn’t right – even if you can’t see it. At Grateful Dental, we offer extractions…
Read MoreThe average child only sees their dentist two days out of the year. This leaves their dental care in the hands of their parents for the remaining 363 days. While you may not be brushing your child’s teeth for them anymore, there are still some rules you need to teach them regarding this critical oral…
Read MoreWhen thinking about your smile health, how much consideration do you give your gums? While it is common for your teeth to get all the attention, your gums should never be ignored. After all, your gums are the support system of your smile and the foundation of your oral health. When the gums get infected…
Read MoreAs a leader in your household, you’ve probably got a plan for unexpected emergencies such as a fire, medical injury or home intruder. But what about a dental-related emergency? Would you know what to do if your child suffered a broken tooth, a knocked-out tooth or a soft tissue injury? Simply taking your child to…
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard of dental veneers as one of the most sought-after treatments in cosmetic dentistry. In fact, many of the celebrity smiles you admire from Hollywood have been artfully crafted with a set of cosmetic dental veneers. Whether you hate your front tooth gap or don’t want to wear braces to fix a slightly…
Read MoreNo one is immune to bad breath. Regardless of your age, gender or ethnicity, you’re likely to experience foul breath odor on occasion. While morning breath and garlic breath are harmless and nearly unavoidable, if your bad breath becomes an ongoing problem, it may be time to talk to your dentist. When stinky breath happens…
Read MoreYour teeth are designed to last a lifetime. Unfortunately, even patients who never miss a day of brushing or skip their dental checkups can suffer harm to their smile. While teeth can break or deteriorate from severe decay or disease, accidental injuries are a common means of tooth damage. Whether you bit down on something…
Read MoreAt Grateful Dental, we work hard to provide the highest level of care while you are here in our office. However, we realize that certain dental procedures will require recovery and care at home. To ensure our patients understand what to expect and are equipped with ways to expedite their dental healing, here are some…
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Carla M.Dr. Porcaro was terrific making me feel at ease during my recent visit for a filling. Also, my regular cleaning visits are great and there is little to no wait. The staff is friendly and always remember each patient. They do their best to make you feel comfortable the entire visit.
SharonDr. Porcaro is wonderful to work with. She really cares about her work and me! She is very knowledgeable, polite, and professional. I would highly recommend Grateful Dental.
StephenI was worried trying out a new dentist! All my worries were completely alleviated as my experience at Grateful Dental was great. Very happy to have found Grateful Dental in Marietta.
