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Dr. Gangwisch Portrait

Dr. Richard P. Gangwisch, D.D.S., M.A.G.D., A.B.G.D.
Board Certified General Dentist




What is Board Certified


  • Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, Ohio State University
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Augusta University Dental College of Georgia
  • Former Dental Officer, U.S. Navy
  • Former Clinical Instructor of Operative Dentistry, Emory University School of Dentistry
  • Fellowship and Mastership, Academy of General Dentistry
  • Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition Award (twice), Academy of General Dentistry
  • Diplomate of American Board of General Dentistry (Board Certified General Dentist)
  • Pierre Fauchard Academy Award for Teaching Excellence
  • Member, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Published Author, Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Volunteer Dentist, Ben Massell Dental Clinic

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Dr. Hulsey Portrait

Dr. John D. Hulsey, D.M.D., F.A.G.D.




What is a Fellow of the AGD
  • Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, Medical University of South Carolina
  • General Practice Dental Residency, East Carolina University
  • Fellowship, Academy of General Dentistry
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology, Emory University
  • Volunteer Dentist, Ben Massell Dental Clinic since 2003

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Dr. William Cao, D.M.D.




  • Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, Dental College of Georgia
  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Georgia State University
  • Senior Academic Achievement Award and the Senior Comprehensive Care Case Award, Dental College of Georgia
  • Graduated First in Class at Dental College of Georgia

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Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain Crowns Done By a Lawrenceville Dentist


About This Case

This patient's teeth have been destroyed by grinding his teeth together. Dr. Gangwisch, was able to bring his teeth back to life with all porcelain crowns and give him an absolutely dazzling smile.

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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers Done By a Lawrenceville Dentist


About This Case

This patient did not like the spaces between her front teeth. Her choices were to do Invisalign orthodontics or to cover the issue with porcelain veneers. This patient decided on porcelain veneers and Dr. Gangwisch was able to give her a stunningly beautiful smile.

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Porcelain Crown

Porcelain Crown Done By a Lawrenceville Dentist

About This Case

This patient bumped her front tooth when she was a child. The tooth darkened dramatically over the years. Dr. Gangwisch was able to restore her smile to its original beauty.

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Cosmetic Bonding

Cosmetic Bonding by a Dentist in Lawrenceville

About This Case

This patient suffered from fluorosis of the teeth. Since she was only in high school, Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Gangwisch treated her with conservative bonding. Now she has no problem smiling wide!

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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Laminates By a Dentist in Lawrenceville GA

About This Case

This patient was born with front teeth that were malformed called peg lateral incisors. Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Gangwisch placed porcelain laminates over those teeth and now they look just like his natural teeth.

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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Laminates By a Dentist in Lawrenceville GA

About This Case

This patient had taken an antibiotic called tetracycline when she was younger which darkened her teeth dramatically. Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Gangwisch placed porcelain laminates over those teeth and now she isn't shy about smiling anymore.

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Teeth Bleaching

Teeth Bleaching By a Dentist in Lawrenceville GA

About This Case

This patient was unhappy with the dullness of her teeth. Using a very gentle, at-home bleaching approach, Dr. Gangwisch was able to give her the radiant smile that she had always wanted.

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Orthodontics and Bridges

Orthodontics and Bridges By a Dentist in Lawrenceville GA

About This Case

This patient was born missing his two lateral incisors. Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Gangwisch placed orthodontically moved his teeth and built bridges to replace his missing teeth.

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Orthodontics and Bridges

Orthodontics and Bridges By a Dentist in Lawrenceville GA

About This Case

This patient was born missing her two lateral incisors. Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Gangwisch placed orthodontically moved her teeth and built Maryland (bonded) bridges to replace her missing teeth giving her a beautiful smile.

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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Laminates By a Dentist in Lawrenceville GA

About This Case

This patient was dissatisfied with the space between his two front teeth. Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Gangwisch placed porcelain laminates over those teeth and now they look just like his natural teeth.

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  • Porcelain Laminates By a Dentist in Lilburn GA
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  • Read More Night Grinding in Children
    Night grinding (nocturnal bruxism)* is a very common occurrence in children. It is possible that it could be caused by the stresses of everyday life which is new to a child. Some theories include attempting to open up the middle ear to equalize the pressure. Regardless of the cause, most childhood grinding does not need to be treated. A majority of the cases tend to clear up as the child gets older. I have seen many cases where a child has ground their baby teeth down to little numbs only to end up with a fully healthy set of permanent teeth. The first line of defense for night grinding in an adult is the construction of a nightguard. However, a child is actively growing and wearing a nightguard can stunt the growth of the roof of the mouth, causing more problems in the future than there would have been with no treatment. So if you go into your child’s room at night and hear sounds of gnashing teeth reverberating off the walls, don’t be too concerned. Read More

  • Read More Canker Sores
    Canker sores (aphthous ulcers) are those annoying little white spots on your cheeks and gums that hurt a whole lot compared to their size. A canker sore is usually formed when a part of one’s oral mucosa gets traumatized. Other factors include stress and hormone changes. They are characterized by a small, white, exquisitely tender area surrounded by a red “halo”. The underlying cause of canker sores is unknown, although they can tend to run in families which means that there could be a hereditary component. Although a canker sore is a totally benign condition, it does need to be distinguished from more serious afflictions such as cancer or diseases of the immune system. If the ulcer disappears in a week to ten days, then it’s probably nothing to worry about. As far as treating the ulcer, usually symptomatic relief such as numbing ointment is usually sufficient. I have prescribed a mild steroid preparation that works well if applied to the sore on its first day, however after that, it merely lessens the severity. Read More

  • Read More Water Pick
    A Water Pick can be a helpful aid in oral hygiene. For orthodontic patients who have braces, it can be a big help to flush food particles that are trapped in the little nooks and crannies under the wires and brackets. For periodontal patients (those with advanced gum disease), it can be helpful to deliver chemotherapeutic agents deep into the pockets between the teeth and gums where the bone has been destroyed by the disease. It is important to not use the Water Pick at a high setting in order to avoid stripping away the gingival attachment (the portion that connects the gums to the teeth). Although a Water Pick can be a good adjunct, it is not a full alternative to using a toothbrush and floss. Plaque is formed by bacteria which converts sugar into a sticky substance. With the bacteria stuck to the teeth, they are free to form acids and toxins which are the cause of decay and gum disease. A Water Pick is not strong enough to clean the sticky plaque off the tooth surfaces, therefore, a brush and floss must be used. Read More

  • Read More First Trip to the Dentist (Part II)
    A very common question is “What is the best age to bring my child for their first dental visit?” The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends at the appearance of the first baby tooth. Although parents are welcome to bring their children in at that time, in the absence of any obvious decay, we usually start seeing children around their third birthday. Most children are able to sit in the dental chair and get their teeth cleaned and checked at that age. For those who are too fearful, we do a “knee to knee” exam. A parent holds the child in their lap facing them. The parent has the child’s legs straddling their lap, and holds on to their hands. The seated parent faces the seated dentist “knee to knee” and lowers the child so that their head in in the dentist’s lap. Since the child is facing the parent, they remain calmer and are safe from sharp objects since the parent is holding their hands. This way, the dentist can safely examine the child’s mouth, the child does not get out of what they thought would be an unpleasant situation by acting out, and still feels comfortable by being with the parent. Read More

  • Read More Teething
    Teething is when teeth are erupting through the gums and the symptoms associated with it. There are many myths on all of the maladies that teething will cause, most being totally untrue. Surely the teething infant can get a little fussy because the gums do  get sore, but it doesn’t cause fever, nasal congestion, diarrhea, etc. It is best to avoid all of the drug store teething preparations. Local anesthetics should not be used because they have too much difficulty with proper dosing. Too much benzocaine or lidocaine can cause seizures and in severe cases, death. The best thing to use for teething discomfort is a rubber teething ring that can be place in the refrigerator. It is thought that cool pressure placed over the gums can be soothing. In cases where an analgesic is needed, be certain to carefully follow the dosing instructions since infants are tiny and susceptible to overdosing. Read More

 



 

Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry

Implant Dentistry

Implant Dentistry

Invisalign

Invisalign

Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and Bridges

Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening

Root Canals

Root Canals

Oral Surgery

Oral Surgery

Orthodontics

Orthodontics

Dentures

Dentures

Children's Dentistry

Children's Dentistry

Full Mouth Rehabilitation

Full Mouth Rehab
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Invisalign

Invisalign can help improve your smile! At Killian Hill Dental Care in Lilburn, Invisalign is recommended as a way to straighten your teeth without braces.


Teeth Bleaching

Take-Home Teeth Whitening

Busy? On the go? No, problem, with take-home whitening trays you can improve the quality of your smile anytime, anywhere.


VELScope

With over 30,000 new cases diagnosed each year, oral cancer has become the sixth deadliest cancer in the world. In fact, oral cancer claims the life of one American every hour.



 

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    3:00 PM

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    At Killian Hill Dental Care, Lilburn Dentists Dr. Gangwisch and Dr. Hulsey, serving the surrounding communities of Lilburn, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Stone Mountain, Grayson, Loganville, Duluth, Norcross, Lithonia, and the metropolitan Atlanta area, provides dentistry for the entire family. These dentists in Lilburn GA offer sedation dentistry, full-mouth reconstruction, extreme makeover, reconstructive dentistry, Lumineers®, porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, dental implants, and dental bonding.

    Killian Hill Dental Care

    912 Killian Hill Rd., Suite 100
    Lilburn, GA 30047
    Call us at Telephone Image 770-923-3966 for more information.
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    *Disclaimer: results are not guaranteed, may not be permanent, and can vary per individual.

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