UAB Dentistry Dothan

11/06/2025

Happy birthday to Dr. Long! 🎉

We're so thankful for the guidance, dedication, and good spirit he brings to the clinic each day. Wishing him a year filled with plenty of reasons to smile!

11/05/2025

Peanut Festival season is here, and Dothan is all smiles! 🥜

From parades and fair lights to hometown smiles, we’re celebrating alongside the community that makes the Wiregrass shine. Here's to the traditions - and the people - that make this place feel like home! 💚

Hey Dothan, check out our latest visitor! 🥜

This dental challenge was a tough "nut" to handle, but our friendly peanut patient is all smiles after a visit to the dental chair.

Dental tip: Peanuts are a good source calcium, which is great for your teeth! 🦷

10/30/2025

Trunk or Treat at Medical Tower was out of this world this year! Our team had a blast sharing a little Halloween cheer. Here's to another year of fun, laughter, and teamwork that keeps our spirits high! 🎃

10/28/2025

Candy season is here! Dental student Macey Neal, is here to share some sweet tips to enjoy Halloween without haunting your smile! 👻🦷

Here are some tips for this fun-filled holiday:
😋 Enjoy the treats — have fun!
👀 Watch the sugar binge & pace yourself after
🍫 Choose chocolate over sticky, sour candies
🤕 Try to avoid hard candy (Don't want a chipped tooth!)
🍭 Sugar-free can still satisfy your sweet tooth
🪥 Don’t forget to brush twice a day!

Because a happy Halloween should never end in a dental emergency!

10/27/2025

💡 Did you know George Washington's dentures weren't actually made of wood?

Dentistry has come a long way since then - from ivory teeth to digital crowns and 3D imaging.

See how UAB experts are leading the way in the next wave of dental innovation. Read the full story:

UAB School of Dentistry Associate Professor Nate Lawson, D.M.D., M.A., Ph.D., takes a look at what the current century has brought the dental world so far, and

10/23/2025

Did you know? 🪥 Brushing too hard doesn't mean brushing better!

Too much pressure can wear down enamel and irritate gums, leading to sensitivity over time. UAB expert tip: try using a soft-bristled toothbrush and gentle circular motions to keep your smile healthy.

Small habits make a big difference!

10/22/2025

Smiles, scrubs, and a whole lot of teamwork!

Another week of students rotating to our clinic means more opportunities to learn, grow, and serve our community together. Here’s to another round of learning, laughter, and bright smiles! 💚🦷

10/17/2025

Smiles all around! 😁

Our team enjoyed serving at the recent Pathways to Smiles event - meeting students, sharing experiences, and celebrating pathways into dental careers.

10/13/2025

UAB Dentistry Dothan is now a preferred provider for Viva Health! 🦷

For the most current information on accepted plans, please continue to check back here, visit our website, or contact the clinic directly at (334) 305-3290.

Learn more on our website: https://buff.ly/rmCKvb2

10/08/2025

Our dental students wrapped up another great rotation in Dothan! 💚

During their time here, they expand their clinical skills, connect with patients, and gain valuable experience serving the Wiregrass community.

We're proud of the hard work and dedication of our students!

10/06/2025

Closure Announcement📣:UAB Dentistry Dothan will be closed for patient care from Monday, October 6 through Thursday, October 9, 2025, due to scheduled faculty and staff activities. The clinic will remain closed on Friday, October 10, as part of its regular schedule.

During the October 6-9 closure, staff will be available to take calls and schedule appointments.

If you are an established patient of the clinic with a dental emergency, you may call (334) 714-9261.

For medical emergencies, please go to the nearest emergency room

10/02/2025

🦷 Did you know your gums and your blood sugar are connected?

A UAB expert explains how diabetes and gum disease can make each other worse—and why treating one helps the other.

Protect your smile and your health. Learn more: https://buff.ly/J3q0ArK