AT A GLANCE

  • Service: Comprehensive family, cosmetic & implant dentistry — cleanings, Invisalign, veneers, implants, emergency care & more
  • Location: 1475 Peachtree Pkwy, Suite C-3, Cumming, GA 30041 — approx. 20–30 min from Johns Creek via SR-141 / GA-400
  • Hours:  Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–3:30 PM and Friday: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
  • New Patients: Welcome — currently accepting
  • Differentiator: Dr. Friedman: member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry & Advanced Dental Implant Studies Group; 1,000+ post-grad CE hours

Dentist Near Johns Creek, GA

Understanding exactly what happens inside a dental appointment removes most of the uncertainty that prevents people from booking one. Johns Creek patients who have delayed care, switched practices repeatedly, or simply want to know what they are paying for before they commit — this page is for you. Here is what care at Sharon Springs Dental looks like, from the first phone call to the day your treatment is complete.

Your First Visit, Step by Step

Scheduling takes a few minutes by phone or online. When you arrive at the Cumming office from Johns Creek, you check in, complete a brief health history update, and go directly to a private treatment suite.

A digital X-ray series comes first. Dr. Michael C. Friedman, DDS, reviews the images before the exam begins. An intraoral camera then projects live images on a screen visible to you — so you see exactly what Dr. Friedman sees as he works through the exam. The evaluation includes a full periodontal assessment, a bite and occlusion review, oral cancer screening, and examination of any areas the X-rays flagged. Nothing is scheduled or presented as urgent without a clinical basis for it.

For a routine visit with no active disease, the appointment ends with a professional cleaning and a plan for follow-up care. When restorative or cosmetic work is indicated, Dr. Friedman explains the findings in plain language and presents options — including costs — before anything moves forward.

What Each Major Service Involves

Cleanings and preventive maintenance form the practice's foundation, but Johns Creek patients regularly come in for more complex procedures. Invisalign treatment begins with a digital scan via iTero scanner — no impressions, no material in your mouth. The scan produces a 3D model from which aligner trays are custom fabricated and shipped directly to the office. The practice has completed this process for hundreds of patients.

Cosmetic veneer cases start with shade selection, digital planning, minimal tooth preparation, and a temporary restoration while the porcelain shells are lab-fabricated. Crown placements follow a prep appointment, temporary crown phase, and a final cementation once the permanent crown arrives from the lab. Implant restorations — where Dr. Friedman places the crown on a fixture from a specialist — follow a staged process coordinated between offices.

For each of these services, you receive written post-care instructions before you leave. Dr. Friedman walks through what to expect in the days following treatment so you are not making guesses later.

The Right Candidate for This Practice

Johns Creek draws a well-educated, health-conscious population with high expectations for clinical quality and service consistency. Sharon Springs Dental fits that profile directly. Dr. Friedman's 20 years of experience, 20,000-patient career track record, and approximately 98% year-over-year retention rate reflect a practice that patients return to — not one they leave after a single visit.

This practice works best for adults seeking comprehensive care from one provider, families who want consistent care across age groups, and patients specifically pursuing cosmetic work (Invisalign, veneers, whitening) or implant restoration. It is not a match for patients requiring general anesthesia sedation or complex oral surgery beyond standard extractions — those cases are referred to specialist partners.

Recovery and What to Expect After Treatment

Post-procedure timelines depend on what was done. Cleanings require no recovery — most patients head directly to the office or carpool line. Extractions involve mild swelling and sensitivity for 24 to 48 hours, manageable with over-the-counter medication and the post-care instructions provided at discharge. Crown and veneer placements typically produce little to no downtime. Implant restorations require none beyond any soreness at the gum line in the day or two following placement by the specialist.

Where Are We?

Driving from Johns Creek to Our Cumming Office

From the McGinnis Ferry Road corridor in Johns Creek, take SR-141 northwest to GA-400 North, then exit at Peachtree Pkwy. Total drive time from the Shakerag District or State Bridge Road area runs 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic — materially less than driving south through Alpharetta toward the city for a dental appointment. Johns Creek's dense commuter population along the SR-141 and Medlock Bridge Road corridors may find a northbound morning appointment more efficient.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Johns Creek

Q: Johns Creek has one of Georgia's largest South Asian communities. Does Dr. Friedman have experience with conditions common in that population, like bruxism or dietary staining from tea or spices?

A: Yes. Teeth grinding and staining from tea, turmeric, and acidic foods are among the most common concerns the practice addresses. Custom night guards for bruxism and professional whitening options — including in-office and take-home trays — are available and regularly recommended to patients with those specific histories.

Q: I have a PPO plan through a technology employer. Do you take employer-sponsored corporate dental plans?

A: Sharon Springs Dental accepts most PPO dental insurance plans and works to maximize available annual benefits before requesting any out-of-pocket contribution. Call with your carrier name and the team will confirm in-network status before you book.

Practice Name Sharon Springs Dental
Address 1475 Peachtree Pkwy, Suite C-3, Cumming, GA 30041
Phone (470) 253-1747
URL sharonspringsdental.com/locations/alpharetta-dentist/
1475 Peachtree Pkwy C-3
Cumming, GA 30041

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Office Hours:

Monday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

1475 Peachtree Pkwy C-3, Cumming, GA 30041