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Georgia Dentist Who Treats Patients with Parkinson’s Disease

Do you need to find a Georgia dentist who treats patients with Parkinson’s disease Paralysis Agitans or “Parkinson’s Disease” is a progressive condition resulting from a dopamine deficiency in the brain. Dopamine is a chemical that transmits messages from the brain to the muscles. Without sufficient amounts of dopamine, messages from the brain are disrupted.

Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease may include the following:

  • Tremor or shaking when the body or limbs are at rest
  • Slowness or difficult in beginning a voluntary movement
  • Muscle stiffness or rigidity
  • Impaired balance

Problems with shaking, muscle stiffness and muscle control make it very difficult and even dangerous for patients with Parkinson’s Disease’s disorder to receive dental care in a traditional dental office setting. Most dental practices are simply not equipped to safely treat these special care patients in performing complex dental work.

Quality Dental Care & Parkinson’s Disease

Dr. Kurtzman and the staff at David Kurtzman, DDS have worked very hard to create a practice that provides safe, effective and pain free Atlanta dental care for patients with Parkinson’s Disease. Our office is specially equipped to handle special care patients, however, it is safer to treat many patients with Parkinson’s Disease in a hospital setting.

Dr. Kurtzman treats patients with Parkinson’s Disease in specially equipped operating rooms at Wellstart Windy Hill and Kennestone Hospitals. In the hospital setting, patients are placed under general anesthesia by Anesthesiologists or specially trained Anesthetists under a doctor’s supervision. To assure the patient’s safety, the Anesthesiologist or Anesthetist monitors their health and breathing while they are under general anesthesia. Treating these special care patients in a hospital setting with close monitoring enables Dr. Kurtzman to provide them with effective, pain free dental care while at the same time ensuring their safety.

Dr. Kurtzman welcomes patients with Parkinson’s Disease who are referred by other dental practices. In fact, patients with Parkinson’s Disease travel from as far as South Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee to see Dr. Kurtzman. Dr. Kurtzman provides them with the special care they need and then returns them to their referring practice for recall and recare.

If you have Parkinson’s Disease and are in need of dental treatment or if you have a patient in your practice with this disease who needs dental treatment, please contact our Dentist Who Treats Patients with Parkinson’s Disease today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you.

Our Patient Reviews
David Kurtzman D.S.S.

4.7 / 5.0

Based on 16 Google reviews

Dr. Kurtzman was professional and friendly as he and his staff always are. He explained everything clearly and provided steps for me to follow through. I have been seeing Dr. K for over 20 years and would not go to anyone else.

Andrea T.

They work with you to find an appointment time that’s convenient. They send timely reminders. You’re welcomed and any needs are met. Dr. Kurtzman explain what the plan/procedure is for the appointment. He explains what he’s doing and answers questions. He discusses next steps or followup. He never makes you feel you’re asking dumb questions or rushing him. Wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Valerie M.

Dr. Kurtzman is the best!!! He made my root canal virtually pain free! He is so friendly and explained everything throughout the procedure. Highly recommend!!!

Kelli B.

Having recently moved to Marietta we were most concerned about leaving our medical professionals behind. Dr. Kurtzman and his team quickly allayed all our concerns. From simple cleaning to complex implant procedures they made it all seem effortless. Loved the atmosphere of the office and the people were truly cheerful and friendly and skillful.

Chris L.

I came to see Dr. K to fix a filling done by another provider. The filling had caused pain ever since it was done eight months prior and the other provider was unable to figure out why even after two follow-up visits. Dr. K determined that the filling was loose and replaced it. The replacement process was almost spa-like thanks to the relaxing gas and deft skills of Dr. K. Now, this filling fits perfectly and I can chew on that side of my mouth for the first time in eight months. Thank You, Dr. K!

Cristal C.

I have been a patient of Dr. David Kurtzman for years, even before he opened his current office in Kennesaw. He and his dental hygienists provide professional and friendly service. Dr. Kurtzman is the best!

Bill C.

Great dentist and oral hygenist Laurie. Visits are almost fun. Have been going to Dr K for over 30 yrs. Where one dentist told him many years ago it was not worth trying to save my teeth Dr K ignored, worked with me, and I still have my teeth.

Sharon B.

Hello all, Zanifer's family are all pleased with the care and results of her last visit. I am even more happy to receive confirmation that we are doing a very good job in maintaining her oral hygiene. My wife, even with her medical condition acknowledges the kindness from each of you. Thanks again and a Very Happy Mothers day to all the Mommy's. Kris

Zanifer K.