Our Practice

Michele R. Chartier, D.D.S., P.C. General, Restorative, & Cosmetic Dentistry Welcome to the dental practice of Dr. Michele Chartier and Dr. Greg Hayes, a trusted tradition of personalized and comfortable dental care in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Chartier and Dr. Hayes offer years of experience building smiles combined with the right technology for delivering cosmetic and restorative care for patients - all in a spa-like setting that will relax you. Dr. Michele Chartier was selected by her professional peers as an Atlanta Magazine Top Dentist.

Cosmetic & Restorative      Dentistry	Preventive      Dentistry
We offer a full range of cosmetic procedures in a spa setting with technologies designed to give patients the confidence that comes along with a gorgeous, new smile. A beautiful smile begins with healthy teeth. In many cases, Dr. Chartier develops a working model of your bite and works with other professionals to expertly restore decayed or broken teeth and rebuild your smile. Teeth Whitening - Using the Zoom™or LUMA in-office teeth whitening systems, we can give you noticeably whiter teeth in about an hour!  Porcelain Veneers - If you are uncomfortable with your smile because your teeth are uneven, cracked, oddly shaped, chipped, crooked or have other irregularities, porcelain veneers offer a natural-looking option without braces. Cosmetic Dental Bonding – This simple, low cost technique allows us to close small gaps between your front teeth, even-out teeth, or repair chipped or cracked teeth. Bridges - If you are missing teeth and committed to maintaining good oral hygiene practices, you are a candidate for a bridge. A bridge is a natural choice to fill the space in the mouth left by missing teeth. Dental Implants - Dental implants are the next best thing to re-growing your own teeth. They replace the roots of teeth that have been lost through injury, decay and gum disease. Porcelain Crowns, Onlays & Inlays - Natural looking and long lasting porcelain crowns, onlays and inlays work perfectly to restore function to weak, worn or broken teeth. Tooth Colored Fillings – We match the color of your fillings with your existing tooth surface to craft a smile with a natural look and feel. Attractive Dentures and Removable Partial Dentures - Patients can enjoy a beautiful smile even if they dont have their own teeth. Minor Orthodontic Tooth Movement - If you have one or a few teeth out of place, ask if you are a candidate to correct the problem with a removable retainer appliance.	Keeping a smile healthy often starts with a combination of in-office cleaning and at home care. Dr. Chartier and her state licensed team provide gentle, professional care based on techniques honed in regular continuing professional education. They are committed to providing complete, individualized care. Oral Hygiene & Periodontal Disease - Our hygienist focus on comprehensive methods of preventing periodontal disease. Thorough screenings and digital x-rays, combined with prompt care, help our hygienists assist you in maintaining your oral health. Scaling and Root Planing – In cases of periodontal disease, our hygienists perform the removal of plaque, calculus, and stain from the crown and root surfaces of teeth. Smooth roots provide less opportunity for bacteria to hang out and form calculus. In periodontal disease, pockets form that are deeper than the usual gingival depth and scaling and root planing are often referred to as deep cleaning. Fluoride Treatments - Fluoride treatments help prevent decay, and keep the teeth in place, making them less vulnerable to bacteria. We recommend regular fluoride treatments for younger patients and for adult patients who are still at risk for tooth decay or sensitivity. Bruxism (Teeth Grinding) - Do you wake up in the morning with a headache or sore facial muscles? Are your teeth sensitive to cold or touch? If so, you may be suffering from bruxism, also known as teeth grinding or clenching. We can help you prevent excessive damage to your teeth and the need for expensive dental reconstruction through the creation of custom guards for your bite.