ABOUT DR. FLAX
Renowned Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist ~
Dr. Hugh Flax
Drive, determination, dedication. Dr. Hugh Flax, internationally known and accredited cosmetic dentist in Atlanta, brings new meaning to the usual buzzwords. With all hype aside, Dr. Flax simply loves cosmetic dentistry.
Since graduating with honors from Emory University Dental School in 1983, achieving perfection has been his main purpose in life. He has since graduation attended and participated in the industry’s best continuing education courses and now teaches them himself. Dr. Flax built his Atlanta Cosmetic Dentistry Spa practice in 1987 with perfection in mind, bringing together health, function, and natural beauty -- transforming the lives of his patients.
Flax was the fourth cosmetic dentist in Georgia to be accredited with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. There are several reasons to choose Hugh Flax as your cosmetic dentist in Atlanta:
- Expertise: accredited Atlanta cosmetic dentist - He is one of only 4 Atlantans who are accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). The AACD is the most prestigious group of its kind in the world, dedicated to the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Boasting over 7,000 members, less than 200 members have achieved the honor of being an accredited cosmetic dentist and less than 40 have reached the level of Fellow.
- Leadership With his background in cosmetic and laser dentistry, Dr. Flax is a frequent author of articles in dental and local Atlanta publications and a frequent lecturer in the dental industry. Furthermore, as an AACD Board member and two- time annual scientific meeting co-chairman, his vision and passion for cosmetic dentistry education is well renowned by his peers.
- Individualized care- As a cosmetic dentist in Atlanta, Dr, Flax believes that a one on one approach helps people not only achieve wonderful esthetic results, but also compassionately assist those with varying concerns about matters of longevity, health, and fears about dentistry.
His goal is to care for the “total person” so that you get what YOU want. AACD Accreditation Dr. Flax was the fourth dentist in Georgia to be accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). The AACD is the most prestigious group of its kind in the world, dedicated to the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Boasting over 7,000 members, less than 200 members have achieved the honor of accreditation and less than 40 have reached the level of Fellow. Leadership & Teaching As an active leader in the AACD, Dr. Flax hopes to infuse incoming members with his dedication to excellence. In 2004, Dr. Flax was named one of the Board of Directors of the AACD and serves as the Co-Chairman of the International Scientific Session for 2008 as he did in 2003. He has served on the editorial board of the AACD’s Scientific Journal and is a member of the Public Relations Committee. In addition to his leadership with the AACD, Dr. Flax is also a well known author and lecturer on the recently developing field of Laser Dentistry. With his background in cosmetic and laser dentistry, Dr. Flax is a frequent author of articles in dental and local Atlanta publications and a frequent lecturer in the dental industry. ACTIVE MEMBERSHIPS
- American Dental Association
- Georgia Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Hinman Dental Society
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Pacific Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Pankey Dawson Study Club for Advanced Dental Studies
- Crown Council
COMMUNITY INTEREST
- 1998 – Present, Big Brothers Organization
- 1989, Chairman, United Way committee of Northern District Dental Society (doubled previous years Campaign)
- 1998-2000, “Smiles for Life” campaign to raise funds for cancer research at St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Memphis, TN
- 1998-Present, “Give Back A Smile” program to help abused women
- 2001-Present, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Team In-Training -- corporate sponsor and top fundraiser
- 2005 – Planning Committee and Professional Liaison for Southeastern 22Q Support Group
- 2005 Fundraiser for Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics Hurricane Relief Fund and other related charities
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