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Botox and fillers serve different functions, but they both have a common goal: rejuvenation. While Botox smooths out wrinkles by paralyzing the muscles underneath, allowing the skin on top to stop creasing and creating lines, fillers smooth out lines by adding volume to the underlying structures. Do you think you...
Toothaches are often routine-disrupting. If you have a toothache, you may not be able to focus, work, or even sleep. And while many may not consider it a big deal, in a few select cases, it could be a sign of a serious infection. Are you suffering from one and...
A crown, or a cap, is a covering for an existing tooth that’s too decayed and fragile for a traditional filling. To protect the remaining part of the tooth and its root, dentists put a crown in place. You can have your crown installed within one or two dental appointments,...
Your teeth are meant to stick with you for life. Enamel — the thin, white layer on the surface of your teeth — is a 5 on the Mohs hardness scale, which makes it the hardest material found in nature. Beneath that, there’s a layer of dentin, which is a...
Are you delaying a trip to the dentist? Many people don’t visit their dentist as often as they should. An appointment every six months can reduce anxiety concerning dental treatments. Regular appointments can help you detect dental issues early, so your treatments will be less invasive, less time-consuming, and less...
Traditional dentures are the go-to solution for replacing missing teeth in large numbers, but did you know that now you can enjoy an updated version of traditional dentures without any downsides? With implant-supported dentures, you can speak and chew without having to make any modifications to your diet. Unlike traditional...
If your serums and creams deliver disappointing results, your next option could be injectables. Injectables soften wrinkles and can even fix the loss of volume in the face, restoring youthful contours. Below, we asked Dr. Charley Cheney, our expert at Complete Dental Arts, to explain how Botox® and dermal fillers...
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your jaw. Under specific circumstances — such as psychological stress, trauma to the jawbone, and dental misalignments — this joint becomes tense, causing symptoms. Some people may also suffer from teeth grinding and clenching during sleep. Because tension in the joint is what...
If you’ve lost a tooth to decay, gum disease, or trauma, you’re not alone. In fact, millions of people in the United States are missing one or more of their permanent teeth. Thanks to ongoing advancements in dental technology, implants have become the most sought-after restorative solution for missing teeth....
***This content is provided for informational purposes only, and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or existing financial agreements.*** Dental implants are the devices that we place in the bone and gum tissue to replace missing teeth. Implants are the best tooth replacement that we...
My crown came off, what do I do? Whether it’s a temporary crown, broken crown or a permanent crown, we recommend you contact us as soon as possible. There are several factors that can impact your tooth while in treatment or after treatment has been completed. A delay in getting...
Why should I try a Waterpik? Most people brush their teeth at least once a day. However, 50% of Americans have some type of gum disease. Brushing alone is not enough to protect you. A Waterpik is a way of flossing below the gum line and is estimated to remove...
What is MI Paste®? MI Paste® is a tooth crème that is made up of calcium and phosphate and helps to mineralize the teeth and keep them healthy! The good thing about MI Paste® is you can get it with or without fluoride, based on your preference. MI Paste® can...
Last month, we talked about periodontal disease and the treatment of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection. What do we normally use to treat a bacterial infection? An antibiotic. ARESTIN™ (minocycline hydrochloride) is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria that causes the infection. It is locally applied antibiotic that...
What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal Disease is an infection in the gum tissue that can cause the breakdown of the teeth in the socket. If left undiagnosed and untreated, the infection can cause the teeth to loosen in the socket and ultimately cause the loss of teeth. Where does the...
WHY SHOULD I GET MY TEETH CLEANED EVERY 6 MONTHS?During your dental cleaning, you will get an exam by the dentist including an oral cancer screening. The hygienist removes tartar from your teeth which cannot be removed with toothbrush and floss. Every person has different dental needs depending on risk...
(c)opyright Complete Dental Arts. Not for redistribution without written consent from Complete Dental Arts. WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS TO HELP ME SMILE AGAIN IF I HAVE MISSING OR BROKEN TEETH? There are various options to help you achieve your optimal smile. There is not a one-size fits all solution as...
From our families to yours, Newnan Dentist Dr. Charley Cheney, III and his team wishes you and your family a Happy New Year!
Annual Barbecue A Success For Coweta Samaritan Clinic by MAGGIE BOWERS, Newnan Times-Herald, October 7, 2015 “… The CSC was founded by Dr. Kay Crosby who left a private practice of internal medicine in 2008 with the hope of bringing a free clinic to her hometown of Newnan. With the support of the...
We are very excited our Dr. Cheney, Newnan Dentist will be participating in the Coweta’s Dancing Stars fundraiser for the Community Welcome House! He is OFFICIALLY on the ballot! This fundraiser is to benefit the Community Welcome House (a safe haven for women and children). A special thank you in...
A little over a year ago, New Dentist™ Board Member Dr. Charles Cheney found himself on the receiving end of one of those questions. He was in a conversation with Sue Brockman, who is now executive director of the Rapha Clinic in west Georgia. At the time, Ms. Brockman was...
The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce has announced the top ten finalists for the SouthTowne Motors Small Business of the Year award.From more than 150 nominations a six-judge panel narrowed the field to the top ten. The finalists are:Entrepreneur Category (1 to 5 employees)• AlternaCare Holistic Health & Weightloss – Dr....
FROM STAFF REPORTS sports@newnan.com Nearly 20 competitors traveled to FITT Warehouse Training Systems in Newnan for its third annual Strongman — and woman — competition, which attracted athletes from around the state for a one of-a-kind event on June 11 at the facility on Werz Industrial Blvd. Under conditions that...
Charley Cheney, D04, a captain in the U.S. Army Dental Corps is stationed at a hospital clinic in Iraq. The Vicksburg Post profiled Cheney and other Mississippians serving in Iraq in its February 14 edition. Cheney called the clinic “well-staffed and equipped” and says while “most patients have acute needs—broken...