Children have very different dental needs compared to adults, such as a still-developing smile with a balance that could be disrupted if a baby tooth is lost too early. And of course, even as an adult your needs can still change over time; for example, as a senior youll generally be more likely to need to think about forms of tooth replacement. Dr. Marable has the skills and knowledge necessary to treat a wide variety of patients, so you can bring the whole family to our dental office.
If you look at other dental offices in the county or within a 15 to 20-mile radius, youll find that none of them have the same advanced technology that youll find at Fantastic Smiles. Keeping up with the latest advances in the dental field allows us to diagnose oral health issues with greater accuracy, plan more efficient treatments, and keep your discomfort to a minimum. You and your loved ones can enjoy all the benefits of seeing a skilled dentist who takes advantage of all that modern dentistry has to offer!
The last thing you want during a dental emergency is to not have a clear idea of who youre supposed to call. All emergencies particularly time-sensitive ones such as knocked-out teeth are best dealt with right away, and Dr. Marable will strive to be available as soon as possible whenever you need urgent care. Thanks to the various dental services we offer, were well-equipped to help you deal with whatever dental crisis you and your loved ones might be suffering from.
For Dr. Marable, becoming a dentist was all about family. His father and aunts/uncles went to college at a time when many African Americans could not financially or physically afford to commit to an education beyond high school. In fact, many of them became educators, as that was the most affluent career afforded to African Americans in the rural south. His uncle, Lawrence Marable, was the first dentist in the family. This different career path was not due to an epiphany or academic enlightening, but rather through a simple question from one of his classmates, named Dr. Keith McCrae.
Dr. McCrae hailed from a family of physicians and dentists and was no stranger to the aspirations of a doctoral education and career, much unlike Dr. Marables uncle. His comment was no slight to Agriculture Education, but it did make his uncle stop and ask himself: Why cant I? The rest is history. From that simple classroom conversation, Uncle Lawrence set a new course for the family, prescribing a new task for his lineage and a new purpose for the gifts theyd been blessed with. Over the next 35 years, he would be the first of 10 dentists in two generations. Who could have written such a script that Dr. Marables grandfather, Ulysses Marable Sr (a man with a 7th grade education), would raise a family of 10 dentists in a farming community in rural South Georgia? Today, Dr. Marable continues to be extremely proud and grateful for his path in life, as well as the family members who came before him.
Dr. Marables college career started at Fort Valley State University, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture as an Animal Science Major. Upon graduation, he attended the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry in Augusta, completing his DMD. Upon leaving the school, he also underwent a General Practice Residency at the Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center in Bronx, New York. While there, he was able to practice dentistry in a hospital setting and learn much more about the first-hand dental/medical applications of healthcare.
Today, Dr. Marable continues to pursue advanced education and further expand his clinical skillset. He has received extensive training in dental implant planning and placement through Zimmer Biomet and the Trinnon Collegium Practicum. He is a current member of the American Dental Association and Georgia Dental Association.
Dr. Marable has a wonderful and loving family that consists of his wife and three kids. As a group, they enjoy worshiping God and praising Jesus together, fishing, playing sports, watching movies, and (above all else) eating! As for his own personal hobbies, he regularly works in his church, particularly the Mens Ministry and the Mens and Mass Choir. He is also an active member with his fraternity (Phi Beta Sigma), serving as treasurer as the coordinator for their Sigma Beta Club. He likes to work in the yard, tinker with his old truck/cars, and work on his marksmanship. Hes definitely passionate about cooking, grilling, smoking, frying tooyou name it and he can do it!
At his core, Dr. Marable is definitely a Good Ole Country Boy. One thing that many of his patients are interested to learn about him is that he grew up working on a farm, helping with crops like peanuts, soybeans, tobacco, corn, watermelons, and every vegetable you can name. They also raised lots of big hogs.
Alecia studied at Clark Atlanta University and has her Masters in Leadership, as well as advanced training in OSHA, CPR, First Aid, and customer service work. As our dedicated office manager, she really enjoys meeting and getting to know all of our wonderful patients here at Fantastic Smiles!
Alecia has one son who is currently attending the University of Alabama, as well as a wonderful extended family. When she isnt busy at the dental office, she enjoys getting together with loved ones, curling up with a good novel, and listening to all different genres of music.
Deeniaya attended both Fort Valley State University and Central Georgia Technical College for her education. Today, what she really enjoys about being a hygienist is helping others feel more confident by being allowed to improve their smile!
Adrianna studied dental hygiene at Wiregrass Technical College. In fact, she took one of her dental hygienist boards during her last trimester of pregnancy! Today, she loves being able to interact with patients so closely while also learning from Dr. Marable.
At home, Adrianna has a baby boy named Karsen and a dog named Izzy. In her spare time, you can often find her playing summer league kickball and church league softball. Whenever she has downtime, her top priority is being with loved ones.
A Fort Valley native, Amber studied at Central Georgia Technical College. She actually wanted to become a marine biologist in her younger days, but life had other plans. Today, what she enjoys most about being a dental assistant is getting to interact with such great patients every day!
Amber recently married her boyfriend in July of 2020, and they have a young daughter together. Her family is truly everything shes ever dreamed of. When she isnt working, she enjoys going on ATV rides, playing golf, and (of course) dedicating her time to her loved ones.
Briana is originally from Kamuela, Hawaii, and she studied at Fresno City College in California. Today, her career in the dental field covers nearly five years. In addition to her dental assistant training, she has extensive experience as a front-desk receptionist in both the medical and dental fields. What she enjoys most about her job today is helping make sure our patients are well taken care of for any needed dental services or emergencies. Her bubbly, energetic personality is a great fit for Fantastic Smiles.
Brianas husband currently serves in the United States Navy, and they have two young children named David and Natalia. Outside of work, she spends as much time as possible with her family! They enjoy hiking, swimming, soaking up the sun outdoors, and hosting BBQs and other small get-togethers with loved ones. They also always look forward to going to local festivals and fairs when they pop up.