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Opelika Dental Arts offers laser surgery to make your treatments more comfortable and effective! We are an all-digital dental office, featuring the latest technologies to enhance your treatments. When you visit Opelika Dental Arts, you can expect to receive high-quality dental care in a relaxed, friendly, and family-oriented environment.

Our experienced dentist and team are dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile, and we offer a full range of services to meet your oral health needs. From routine preventive care to complex restorative procedures, we are here to help you! Dr. Jim Tatum also offers the innovative Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique and laser gum treatments for periodontal disease!
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At Opelika Dental Arts, we believe in providing the highest quality of dental care in a relaxed, family-friendly environment. When you visit our office, our experienced dentists and team take the time to thoroughly examine your mouth and discuss your oral health needs and goals with you before designing an individualized treatment plan.
Dr. Jim Tatum was born in Savannah, Georgia, and moved to Opelika when he was two. He graduated high school from Lee Academy in Auburn, Alabama. He then went on to receive a BS in Chemistry from Auburn University in 1983. In 1987, he graduated from the University of Florida College of Dentistry and spent his first year of private practice with his father, O. Hilt Tatum, Jr., in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Dr. Jim Tatum offers the Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique to treat gum recession! This periodontal treatment works to gently pull your gum tissue back up over areas where it has receded to improve your oral health and smile. This treatment is minimally invasive and gives you a more comfortable procedure as well as a quicker healing time.
Opelika Dental Arts offers LANAP laser periodontal treatment for patients with gum disease. LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) works to remove diseased gum tissue and promote gum tissue regeneration. This treatment uses an advanced Periolase laser to target the diseased tissue in your mouth and begin the process of helping you regain your oral health.
Dr. Jim Tatum offers a variety of general and restorative treatments to help keep your smile healthy. When you visit our office, we will examine your mouth to check for any developing problems, and we will recommend a treatment based on your needs.

We invite you to call us today at 334-745-3135 to learn more about general and restorative dentistry in Opelika, Alabama, and to schedule your appointment with our experienced dentist at Opelika Dental Arts.
Reviews (17)
James Henderson
James Henderson
Dec 07, 2021
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Great experience on every visit. Dr. Tatum and his staff are the best.
Ronald Mask
Ronald Mask
Oct 26, 2021
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I was taken back at my scheduled time, not late. I was treated excellent by assistant and my dentist ( Dr. Tatum) was patient and explained everything thoroughly to me. Would highly recommend this practice.
Bama Caprice
Bama Caprice
Sep 17, 2021
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My appointments was set without my knowing charged my insurance and didn’t finish the work claiming missed appointment policy. They admitted an automated machine sets the appointments. Then was rude about providing a physical copy of policy. The work the provided was great up until the mishap.
T. J. Wallace
T. J. Wallace
May 14, 2021
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Professional and friendly! I felt right at home being here. Awesome team!
Chwan-Hwa Wu
Chwan-Hwa Wu
Dec 03, 2020
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Super skills and Nice, enjoyable atmosphere of Dr. Tatum’s office and his staff!
They have taken care of my family since 1990 and we wish he will never retire!
Kim Deal
Kim Deal
Jun 24, 2020
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Going to the dentist is one of my phobias, the hygienist is always nice and tries the best that she can to ease my fear. I've been coming here for years, it's fast, with very little wait time.
Richard Shelby
Richard Shelby
Apr 04, 2020
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Dr. Tatum is the best! He made a special effort to see me when no other dentist would.
Laurie Moore
Laurie Moore
Mar 26, 2020
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Dr Tatum and his staff are first rate: we have been with them for years and recommend highly.
Stephanie Cervantes
Stephanie Cervantes
Sep 15, 2019
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Everyone is so awesome here! They make you feel so comfortable. Prepare for a great experience!
Tamara Bowden
Tamara Bowden
Jun 14, 2019
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I love Opelika Dental Arts and am so happy Dr. Dozier Donald joined their practice as I have been a patient of hers for years. Wonderful and attentive staff and terrific service every time!
Janet Marnell Morehouse
Janet Marnell Morehouse
Jun 05, 2019
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I was a patient there for years before moving away from Opelika. I miss the friendly staff and excellent care.
Ken Henderson
Ken Henderson
Jan 21, 2019
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I am extremely happy with my new smile. Everyone was so nice and Dr. Tatum made my procedures practically painless.
Sarah Williams
Sarah Williams
Aug 28, 2018
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Im such a big baby when it comes time to go to the Dentist! I recently had two teeth extracted! And they did a wonderful job keeping me calm and checking to make sure I was comfortable the whole time. I didn’t feel any pain during my visit. Caring for their patients is definitely there first priority!
Kristen Scarbrough
Kristen Scarbrough
Aug 20, 2018
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Tatum and his team did an awesome job today with my teeth. Cleaning and two fillings went by super fast!
Courtney Bell Courtney Spadine
Courtney Bell Courtney Spadine
Aug 13, 2018
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This is the best dental office I have ever been too. The staff is amazing and accommodating. Dr Tatum is the best I cannot say enough about this dental office. I would recommend to anyone.
Cee Aye
Cee Aye
Apr 11, 2018
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I've been coming to Opelika Dental Arts for nearly 20 years. Naturally, personnel changes have taken place during that time, but an overall policy and philosophy of quality, friendly, courteous patient care has been evident for our entire relationship. Only if referred, would I consider going anywhere else.
Opelika Dental Arts
Opelika Dental Arts
Aug 02, 2017
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Excellent care for my needs. Staff very caring and very professional. Dr. Tatum great dentist. 5 stars! C. Jones