Cosmetic & General Dentistry: Maria Benefield, DMD / Sandy Springs Dentistry

Cosmetic & General Dentistry, prominently associated with the website SandySpringsDentistry.com, is a well-established dental practice led by Dr. Maria Benefield, DMD. Located at 47 Perimeter Center E #160, Atlanta, GA 30346, the practice has been serving the Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, and broader Metro Atlanta areas with a strong commitment to patient-focused care since Dr. Benefield established her own practice in 2010. While the formal name remains Cosmetic & General Dentistry, the website name "Sandy Springs Dentistry" is also widely used and recognized, reflecting its primary service area. Dr. Maria Benefield graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia in 2003 and has been a practicing dentist for over two decades. Her philosophy centers on providing personalized, high-quality dental care that integrates oral health with overall physical well-being. The practice aims to create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for all patients, offering amenities such as warming blankets, aromatherapy, noise-canceling headphones, and TVs to enhance the patient experience and alleviate dental anxiety. The services offered by Cosmetic & General Dentistry are comprehensive, encompassing three main categories: Cosmetic Dentistry: This includes treatments designed to enhance the aesthetics of a smile, such as porcelain veneers, teeth whitening (including KöR in-office whitening), composite bonding, and SureSmile Clear Aligners (Invisalign alternative) for teeth straightening. Restorative Dentistry: For patients needing to repair or replace damaged or missing teeth, the practice provides dental implants, crowns, bridges, and tooth-colored fillings. General and Preventive Dentistry: This foundational aspect of their practice includes routine dental cleanings and check-ups, oral cancer screenings, periodontal (gum) therapy, root canals, TMJ/bruxism therapy, and dental emergencies. They also offer children's dentistry. The practice prides itself on utilizing state-of-the-art technology to ensure precise diagnostics and effective treatments. This includes CBCT scanning for advanced digital diagnostics, digital impressions using comfortable hand-held scanners (eliminating messy traditional impressions), and intra-oral scanners for improved patient outcomes. They emphasize clear communication and patient education, ensuring patients are well-informed about their treatment options and actively involved in their oral health journey. Cosmetic & General Dentistry, under Dr. Benefield's leadership, fosters a warm, compassionate, and family-oriented environment. They are dedicated to helping patients achieve and maintain healthy, beautiful smiles, recognizing the significant impact oral health has on confidence and overall quality of life.