Dr. Scott Edmund Atkinson D.M.D.
Periodontist | Periodontics
621 Helen Keller Blvd Suite 200 Tuscaloosa AL, 35404About
Dr. Scott Atkinson practices Periodontics in Tuscaloosa, AL. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants. Dr. Atkinson has expertise in the treatment of oral inflammation and often treats problematic periodontal cases, such as those with severe gum disease or a complex medical history. Some treatments that Dr. Atkinson provides are scaling and root planing and root surface debridement.
Provider Details
Dr. Scott Edmund Atkinson D.M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Scott Edmund Atkinson D.M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Atkinson
Recommended Articles
- What is Antiviral Medication?
Antiviral medication refers to drugs that are used for treatment of HIV. These drugs do not completely treat the infection but are used to suppress the development of the virus and stop it from becoming AIDS. Since HIV virus replicates itself once it gets into the bloodstream, the medication stops...
- Everything to Know About Celiac Disease
There are many types of people who have allergies or are sensitive to certain foods. One of these allergies or sensitivities is gluten. Those who are sensitive to gluten are diagnosed with Celiac disease, which has a vast history that makes it a commonly known condition. But how exactly did Celiac...
- Sleep Apnea and its Influence on Fatigue in the Workplace
Everyone is different. When comparing two individuals side by side, they are seldom identical, even in the way they react to the same stimuli. Even if they live together, it is common to observe that roommates, couples, or those who share a close relationship can respond differently to same...
- Are there Medications to Treat Celiac Disease?
The small intestine is a part of the digestive tract located after the stomach and before the large intestine. The inner surface of the small intestine which comes in contact with semi-digested food from the stomach has some small finger-like projections called villi that not only help to move food...
- The Many Ways Multiple Sclerosis Affects the Body
No two people who have multiple sclerosis share the exact same symptoms. The nerve damage and inflammation that occurs due to the body’s immune system can attack almost any organ.That’s why there are so many different ways that multiple sclerosis can affect the body.Because there are so many...
- The Link Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Gum Disease
Many diseases interact with rheumatoid arthritis, causing concern for patients and their families. Common diseases that have high comorbidity rates with rheumatoid arthritis are other autoimmune disorders. Lupus is an example of a disorder that might be correlated. Other diseases frequently...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mary Linda Sullivan DMD1106 Hackberry Ln Tuscaloosa AL 35401
- Dr. Kristi Reid Simmons D.M.D.3701 Loop Rd Tuscaloosa AL 35404