DeMercy Dental

Focused, Personal Dental Care for Families

By Michelle Martin

DeMercy Dental has provided quality, personal dental care to North Fulton families for nearly 30 years. Located at 10930 Crabapple Road, Suite 140, in Roswell, DeMercy Dental is a family-owned and operated practice, led by Jeff DeMercy, D.D.S.; Tammy DeMercy, office manager; and their daughter, Amanda Kossick, D.M.D.

Drs. DeMercy and Kossick, along with the entire DeMercy Dental team, take a family approach to patient care. "We care about our patients and believe it's important to spend time with them, educating them and answering any questions about their dental care," says Dr. Kossick. "We try to connect with our patients on a personal level and treat them like family. Many of our patients have been with us for years, through multiple generations, so they have become a part of the DeMercy Dental family."

DeMercy Dental provides family dental services, including routine checkups and cleanings; restorative care; periodontal health; and cosmetic dentistry. The addition of Dr. Kossick last year has allowed DeMercy Dental to accommodate more patients, offer more flexible scheduling, and provide the same level of personal, quality care that patients value. "Patients often tell me that I'm just like my dad which means a lot to me," Dr. Kossick says. "They've heard so much about me from him over the years that they feel an instant connection to me. They're very accepting of me, and at the same time it's reassuring to them to know that they can expect the same level of dental care from me."

Since joining the practice last year, Dr. Kossick has completed specialized training in advanced dental technology to offer patients even more options for care and convenience. The new LANAP PerioLase, for example, uses a laser device to treat periodontal disease. Patients' own stem cells can regenerate bone development through the laser technology, Dr. Kossick explains essentially eliminating the need for tissue grafts and other implant sources. "It's a much easier procedure for patients with periodontal disease," she says. "It doesn't require any sutures, so the discomfort is minimal. Most patients say it's similar to what they experience from a routine deep cleaning. Plus, they appreciate the convenience of having the procedure performed here, where they know us and trust us, rather than going to an outside periodontal provider." PerioLase is also shown to be effective at treating cold sores. The energy from the laser repairs the cells in the affected area so that the blister does not break the lip's surface. While the laser may cause a small scab (which heals within a couple of days, as compared to a week's healing time for most cold sores), it also prevents cold sores from developing again in the treated area.

Other features at DeMercy Dental include digital X-rays, an intra-oral camera for more accurately identifying decay and other issues, same-day Cerec crown restoration, and Kor teeth whitening. Dr. Kossick says Kor offers more long-term whitening over Zoom, and can be done at home conveniently with a simple kit using the Kor whitening gel and customized trays that fit comfortably over patients' teeth. "We recommend treatments and products only if we feel they're appropriate for certain patients," she says. Hygienists also offer "focused care" that is specialized to patients' individual needs, including mouthwash and gums for dry mouth, high-fluoride toothpaste, night bite-guards, and more. "Our hygienists are very thorough and share our philosophy for personal, preventative dental care."

Dr. Kossick also has put a special emphasis on pediatric care since joining DeMercy Dental last year. "I have always enjoyed being around children," she says. "They are fun to be around and a nice break in the day." Dr. Kossick encourages parents to come back during their children's treatment to help young patients and their parents feel more comfortable. "The most important thing in treating children is to listen to them and try to relate to them. Especially if they seem anxious, I try to get to know my young patients personally and talk to them about school, their friends and other interests. I want them to know that I care about them, as if they were my own children."

Dr. Kossick and Dr. DeMercy extend their personal touch beyond clinical hours. "All of my patients know that they can call me after hours if they have problems or questions," says Dr. Kossick. She also makes it a practice to check on adult and pediatric patients who have undergone more extensive treatments that require special follow-up care. "We are always here for our patients. We don't just stop caring at the end of each workday. For me especially, it's hard not to take my patients' feelings and health to heart."

DeMercy Dental offers flexible appointment scheduling by phone and email. Patients can also opt in to email and text reminders. The practice accepts most insurances and offers CareCredit financing and other payment options. New patients are always welcome. The DeMercy Dental team is active in the local community supporting various charities, civic organizations and schools, and participating in a variety of events year-round throughout the North Fulton area and metro Atlanta. As Dr. Kossick says, "We feel it is important to give back to the community that has supported DeMercy Dental for almost 30 years."

DeMercy Dental
10930 Crabapple Rd., Suite 140
Roswell, GA 30075
770-641-8010

Family Dental Services
Routine Checkups & Cleanings
Digital X-Rays
Extractions
Fillings/Bonding
Crowns & Bridges
Root Canals
Veneers & Dental Implants
Dentures
Periodontal Health
Invisalign
Teeth Whitening
On-Call Emergency Service
Online & Email Appointment Scheduling
Most Insurances Accepted
Flexible Payment Options
CareCredit Financing

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