We appreciate the opportunity to provide you with complete and comfortable dental care. Our staff is made up of qualified professionals who work together as a team to bring you the highest quality treatment in a warm, caring atmosphere. One of the goals of our website is to provide you with an extension of care.
We believe our patients deserve to have the information needed to make wise choices about their oral health. There is an overview of our practice including our doctors and staff, office hours, insurance and contact information. We take pride in providing you with a comfortable office experience where our qualified staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
We believe our patients deserve to have the information needed to make wise choices about their oral health. There is an overview of our practice including our doctors and staff, office hours, insurance and contact information. We take pride in providing you with a comfortable office experience where our qualified staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
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Even if you brush and floss after every meal, a thin film of plaque can still accumulate on your teeth and gums. Left untreated, it can cause everything from cavities to gingivitis. That's why the American Dental Association recommends that you have your teeth cleaned and examined by a qualified dental professional once every six months.
He has dedicated his professional career to providing high quality, affordable dentistry to the Upper Cumberland area. Dr. Gaw strives to give his patients a beautiful smile that will last a lifetime. Dr. Gaw grew up in Gainesboro and graduated from Jackson County High School in 1969. He received his BS from David Lipscomb College in 1973 and went on to receive his DDS degree from University of Tennessee in 1978.
Our practice is devoted to comprehensive and preventive patient care. We take great satisfaction in helping you maintain optimal oral health. We believe our patients should have as much information as possible in order to make important, informed decisions regarding their oral health and treatment options.
At your first visit, Dr. Gaw will review your dental and medical history. We will also take any x-rays that are necessary. If you think you have recent x-rays taken by another dentist, you may request that your x-rays and files be forwarded to our office prior to your first appointment. Dr. Gaw will evaluate each tooth, your gums and the supporting bone.
You can expect soreness after a root canal procedure for a few days. You should avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the procedure was performed so you do not irritate the area and also to ensure that the temporary restorative material properly sets. You will also need to take an antibiotic to treat any remaining infection in your tooth.
