You will receive a personalized dental care experience on each and every visit to our local Gulfport dental office. Your every question or concern will be answered respectfully and completely by our friendly, knowledgeable team. You will receive a thorough examination and the time needed to fully discuss your dental health needs and share your goals for your smile. Together, we will design your customized plan to create your beautiful, healthy smile.

Dr. Michelle Gilich was born and raised on the Gulf Coast in Mississippi. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of Mississippi, then went on to earn her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry. Dr. Gilich has more than 10 years of experience and countless hours of continuing education to ensure she provides excellent quality modern dental care to every patient.

Dr. Gilich maintains memberships in several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association (ADA), the Mississippi Dental Association (MDA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and the Greater Gulfport Dental Society. She lives in Ocean Springs with her husband, Andy, and their children Ansley and Andrew. When not caring from her patients, Dr. Gilich enjoys traveling, boating, attending her childrens many activities and spending time with friends, family and her dog, Brady.

Joanna grew up in Stone County and is a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. She has been working in the dental profession since 2005. She has worked in all areas of the dental profession and loves taking care of people.

In her free time, she is passionate about spending time with her 2 grandchildren, Tanner and Kylie, her 3 daughters and her husband, Kevin. She and her family enjoy the outdoors, boating, fishing and living in the country.

Kim is a native of Gulfport. She graduated from the Univerisity of Alabama at Birmingham with her degree in Dental Hygiene is 1995. She has worked in various dental offices since graduation and has been the primary dental hygienist at Segraves Dental and now Pure Smiles Dental since 2002.

Erica grew up in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and recently moved to Gulfport with her husband, Kirk. She attended USM and graduated from Pearl River Community College Dental Hygiene program. When she is not treating her patients, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors and caring for her two cats, Emmett and Leo.

Synthia is a lifelong resident of Stone County. She has been a dental assistant on the Gulf Coast since 1993 and here as lead dental assistant since 1999. Synthia enjoys her profession and loves to take care of her patients.

According to The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health, oral cancer claims one American life every hour of every day. Unfortunately, most cases go undetected until it is too late, making the need for regular examinations of even greater importance. Those who are proactive and seek treatment early have the best chance of beating the disease and living a long, healthy life. Below are some facts you may not have known about oral cancer, including warning signs, trends, and more.

No matter your gender, you should be aware of the very real dangers of oral cancer. While studies conducted by the Oral Cancer Foundation have shown that oral cancer is one the rise among women too, a 2:1 incidence ratio between men and women still remains. This correlation may be due to the fact that, statistically speaking, men smoke and drink more than women. Regardless of your own habits, remain aware of the signs and symptoms and ask your doctor to perform a regular oral exam if they do not already.

As such, it is likely that oral cancer has affected someone in your life. Whether you know someone who has had, or is currently dealing with their own struggle against oral cancer, you should know that they are not alone. Contact our dentist in 39503 to schedule an oral cancer screening today.

Among the many risk factors, your lifestyle choices can have a huge impact on the likelihood of you developing this cancer. It is estimated by the Cancer Treatment Centers of America that roughly 80% of people with oral cancer are heavy smokers, while 70% are heavy drinkers. Add this unfortunate statistic to the list of reasons why you should leave the cigarettes behind.

According to many experts, part of the reason why oral cancer can be so destructive is because it often goes undetected for long periods of time. Dont overlook or ignore any suspicious new developments in your mouth and call your doctor or oral surgeon as soon as you notice anything amiss.The best way to overcome oral cancer is to stay informed and catch it early. As something that is important to all dental professionals, we hope you will take this disease just as seriously as we do. We look forward to helping you stay healthy and protecting your oral health throughout your life. If you have any questions call or contact our dental office in Gulfport, MS today and we will assist you however we can.