The five signs of occlusal disease are:

• Jaw pain, clicking, locking
• Head and neck muscle pain, tension headaches
• Severe wear and/or chipping of your natural teeth
• Loose and/or shifting teeth
• Gum recession and/or grooves on exposed root surfaces

Occlusal disease of the teeth is characterized by excessive or abnormally accelerated tooth wear. This pathology can cause destruction of some or all of the components of our masticatory (chewing) systems. These components are the teeth, the supporting bone, the gums, the jaw joint, and the muscles. In many cases if left undetected and untreated, occlusal disease can become quite disfiguring to the teeth and debilitating to our
ability to chew.

The underlying cause is deflective interferences on the back teeth or in other words, back teeth hitting against each other in a glancing manner. Back teeth have cusps and fosas. The cusp is the point and the
fossa is the valley. The cusp (or point) of one back tooth, therefore, will contact the fossas (valley) of the opposing back tooth. The ideal human bite has all of the cusps of all of the back teeth resting perfectly in the opposing fossas while the two jaw joints are fully seated in their sockets. This bite allows all of the teeth to bear an equal load down their long axis at the same time the two TM (jaw) joints are braced in their sockets thus allowing the forces of chewing and other functions to be equally and evenly dispersed throughout the masticatory system. This is the least stressful and least destructive bite relationship for your teeth, bone, joints, muscles, and yes, your new dental work.

You should always be evaluated for occlusal disease before embarking on any extensive dentistry.

Dr. James Hutson
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A: During regular follow-up visits, we will examine your teeth and gums, screen you for oral cancer, clean your teeth and make plans for treatment if needed. We will also make X-rays of your teeth and complete a TMJ (jaw joint) exam as needed. We will discuss any pain or problems you may be experiencing and answer any questions you may have.

Dr. James Hutson
www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525

Email: Cynthia@hutsondr.com

Cynthia, a lifelong resident of Marietta, is a highly trained Dental Assistant who brings over 27 years of experience to Dr. Hutson’s practice. Her greatest fulfillment comes from the educating the patients on their oral health. She always looks forward to a new day of exceeding the patients’ expectations regarding their welfare with Dr. Hutson.

She is married, has kids and loves most sports and the outdoors.

Dr. James Hutson
www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525

Email: Michele@hutsondr.com

Michele was raised in Clinton, New Jersey. Upon graduating from the University of South Carolina, her and her husband (a Clemson Tiger) moved to Florida. In 1996, she completed her Dental Hygiene Degree and began her career as a dental hygienist. Michele joined Dr. Hutson’s team in 2010. As a dental hygienist, she continues to be fulfilled in her career by focusing on helping educate patients with the benefits of maintaining optimum oral health.

Her and her husband, two daughters, two dogs and Sparkle the cat reside in the lovely town of Acworth.

Dr. James Hutson
www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525

Email: Sandy@hutsondr.com

Sandy is a native of Georgia with over 27 years of dental experience. She has been with Dr. Hutson since 1990. She first came to the practice as a Certified Dental Assistant and now manages the practice. From your first phone call through to your treatment plan and financing, Sandy will be there to assist you. Her love of dentistry is making the entire patient experience one where each patient receives care and understanding in an environment where they feel they are part of the dental family.

She is mother, grandmother and loves hiking and being out in nature whenever possible.

Dr. James Hutson
www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525

Dr. Hutson was born in Maryville, Tennessee but grew up in Marietta, Georgia. He graduated from Sprayberry High School, and then received a BA Degree from Olivet Nazarene University, Kankakee Illinois, in Zoology and Chemistry. Dr. Hutson subsequently received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee.

He is a member of the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He has completed post graduate training at the world renowned Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida. Dr. Hutson is a Fellow in the Georgia Dental Association and has held numerous positions of leadership in the Northwest District Dental Society. He is a member of the Hinman Dental Society of Atlanta and Pierre Fuchard Dental Society, an international dental association. Dr. Hutson has been on staff at Kennestone Hospital for 24 years.

Dr. Hutson’s practice provides private dental services for patients in a comprehensive manner. Services include restorative, cosmetic and rehabilitative dentistry with emphasis on implants, crown and bridge, dentures (full or partial) as well as TMJ Joint treatment.

Additionally, Dr. Hutson is a Forensic Odontologist and serves the Cobb County Medical Examiner as a Chief Consultant. He currently serves as President of the American Board of Forensic Dentistry. He has consulted on many forensic cases involving bite marks and trauma.

Dr. Hutson is active in our community and has served as a Commissioner on the Commission on Children and Youth, served as a board member for the Cobb Chamber of Commerce and participated in other organizations including Leadership Georgia and Leadership Cobb.

He is married to Linda Hollenbeck Hutson for 30 years and they have four children.

Practicing since 1985

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Marietta, GA
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A: Relax! Our highly trained staff will explain exactly what your treatment will entail and make sure you are as comfortable as possible. Many of our patients find listening to their favorite music relaxing. Therefore, we encourage you to enjoy your I-pod or music player during treatment.

If you ever have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask!

Dr. James Hutson
www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525

Maybe your problem isn’t the condition of a tooth but rather the absence of one or more, in which case you’ll want to find out about all the advances in dental implants. Long gone are the days of ill-fitting, uncomfortable dentures or bridges – a dental implant literally replaces a missing tooth by installing an artificial tooth root where the missing root was. A new tooth is then manufactured and anchored to the root to result in a completely natural look and feel. Dental implants are the best option to take care of not only the cosmetic desire to fill a gap, but also the dental necessity of ensuring that the position of the remaining teeth are not adversely affected by the space left by any missing teeth.

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www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525

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www.hutsondr.com
Marietta, GA
770-424-7525