• posted: Apr. 17, 2024

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read More

• posted: Apr. 10, 2024

You have a lot more freedom as a teenager than you did as a young child. You also have a lot more responsibilities, and one of your jobs is to Read More

• posted: Apr. 03, 2024

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our GARDENDALE, Alabama office, now is an excellent time to schedule Read More

• posted: Mar. 27, 2024

One of the greatest features our team at Ala Barakat DDS offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect any Read More

• posted: Mar. 20, 2024

Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile. Read More

• posted: Mar. 13, 2024

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read More

• posted: Mar. 06, 2024

Capturing the Moment At Ala Barakat DDS we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2024

Sugars are the simplest carbohydrates, and are found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. Our bodies require these simple carbs for energy. (Even better, we don’t just get Read More

• posted: Feb. 21, 2024

A dental emergency can strike anywhere, anytime, and without warning. Perhaps you’re playing a game of touch football on Thanksgiving and your brother-in-law decides to up the ante and tackles Read More

• posted: Feb. 14, 2024

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2024

Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Ala Barakat DDS is a judgement-free zone, Read More

• posted: Jan. 31, 2024

Time to brush! So, you make sure you gently brush the plaque off the outside surfaces of your teeth. You want to present a gleaming smile to the world, after Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2024

Many dentists and hygienists recommend fluoride treatments for their adult patients. You might ask yourself, “Do I really need a fluoride treatment? I thought those were just for my kids.” Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2024

When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2024

You’ve learned a lot from your dentist and your family about how to take care of your teeth. You brush and floss, you wear a mouthguard when you’re active, and Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2024

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read More