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Were a friendly dental home for the whole family. We love our patients, and we love welcoming new ones to our dental family! If youre looking for a dental home that treats patients right and offers a wide range of services for all ages, youve come to the right place. We are warm, caring, qualified and nonjudgmental. Whether its been 5, 10 or 25 years since youve been to the dentist, we want to see you! We are proud to be the local practice in the area that patients come from near and far to visit!
We seek to prevent, restore & maintain optimal oral health. Good dental care goes beyond simply fixing smiles. It takes into consideration your overall well-being and finds long-term solutions that fit your individual needs. We proudly offer this type of dental experience. We help patients prevent problems before they start, we restore smiles back to optimal health, and we put a plan in place to maintain the results for life! Through Dr. Patels philosophy of Prevent, Restore & Maintain, we point our patients toward a lifetime of optimal oral health!
Our patients leave feeling better than they came. If you cant tell, your health & happiness are of the utmost importance to us, which is why we go out of our way to help our patients have the best dental experience possible. If you are experiencing dental pain or discomfort, we will help bring relief. If you feel nervous or anxious, we will put you at ease. If you are already having a great day, we hope to make it even greater! No matter how you walk through or doors, we will do everything we can to ensure you leave our practice feeling better than you came!
Our environment is comfortable & patient-focused. We know that a large portion of your satisfaction comes from how you feel during your visits. Because of this, your comfort is a top priority. Inside our treatment rooms, youll find TVs for you to enjoy your favorite show as well as sunlit windows overlooking scenic mountains to help you relax. Our office is also large and spacious for your comfort, safety and privacy. Additionally, our patient-focused team will remain attentive to your needs and always work with a gentle touch. We are confident your experience will be an enjoyable one.
We put patients before profit. We are proud to be a locally owned practice that doesnt have to listen to big dental corporations who care little about the individual patient. Dr. Patel truly has your best interests in mind. You matter to us, and youll see this in the relationships we build here. We get to know our patients personally and will customize your care to fit your unique needs. We dont oversell. Because you mean much more to us than a paycheck, we will be open, honest and always do whats best for you.
We maintain a clean, state-of-the-art dental facility. Were excited to show off our brand new, state-of-the-art dental facility full of the latest high-end equipment! We have all new low-dose radiographs & 3D imaging for your safety, a Cone Beam CT scanner for improved accuracy and speed of treatment, and a new state-of-the-art sterilization center for enhanced infection control and proper cleaning of the workplace. We take our investment in the best technologies seriously and will continue to update our practice to better serve you.
Dr. Ankit K. Patel grew up in Birmingham, AL and graduated from Homewood High School. Following high school, he graduated Summa Cum Laude with University Honors from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) in Biology. During his time in college, he was active in various leadership roles including the UAB Ambassadors and Leadership Service Council and received the Mr. UAB award in 2005.
Dr. Patel completed dental school at UAB and his Advanced General Dentistry Residency at the Veterans Affairs Hospitals in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa. He then practiced dentistry in Madison, AL where he diligently expanded his dental education and clinical skills while working at a well-structured and caring office. In 2020, he moved to Georgia to pursue the next level in his career and felt at home in Cartersville.
Dr. Patel is described as kind, compassionate, attentive, and more than willing to go the extra mile. He is excited to deliver the high quality that patients expect and want as he guides them towards lasting oral health through his philosophy of Prevent, Restore, and Maintain.
During his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his wife and son, being close with his family, attending continuing education classes, enjoying outdoor activities, exploring new restaurants, and traveling.
Pam is our Office Administrator and has been with our practice since it opened in 2021. Her earlier years were spent in corporate dentistry as a Regional Call Center Manager before she transitioned to our office. Pam was born and raised in Cartersville and loves contributing to the hometown feel of the office, helping the community recognize Highlands Point Dental as the 'go-to family dentist in town'.
Pams most rewarding part of her role here is helping change the smiles and self-confidence of patients that become part of our dental family. Pam is married and has four children, five grandchildren, and a grandbaby on the way. When relaxing outside of the office, Pam enjoys spending time outdoors, swimming, and going on weekend trips.
Kimberly has played a role in the healthcare field for many years. She transitioned into the dental profession in 2006 as a surgical assistant for an oral and maxillofacial practice. As her passion for dentistry grew, she realized that she wanted to treat and educate patients of all ages on the importance of their oral health.
Kimberly earned her baccalaureate with honors in dental hygiene from Georgia Highlands College. As a dental hygienist, Kimberly places value in patient relationships, compassion, and setting a high standard for quality care. Kimberly is a native of Woodstock and currently resides in Cartersville with her husband, three boys and two dogs. They enjoy living life to the fullest.
Blair is a hygienist here at Highlands Point Dental. She recently graduated from Georgia Highlands College and is finishing her bachelors in dental hygiene in May. Blair is also a Hinman Scholar and a Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler awardee. Her favorite parts of her job are working with family-like co-workers at Highland Point Dental, educating patients about their oral care, and seeing the results their education brings.
Blair is originally from Blue Ridge, GA but currently resides in Cartersville, GA. She enjoys cooking, being outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. In her spare time, she and her boyfriend enjoy taking their Goldendoodles on hikes.
Shannon assists in the front office and clinical area for Highlands Point Dental. Before making her transition to the dental field, her early career was spent in the medical field working directly with patients. The most rewarding part of her work at Highlands Point Dental is seeing her patients leave happier and smiling bigger than before they came into the office. Shannon is so grateful to be a part of such a great team, who have now become more like family.