Dr. Caitlin Miller is celebrating her one-year anniversary as a general dentist at Jerry A Laws, DDS and Caitlin Miller, DMD in Lexington, NC. She is pleased to be a part of the Lexington community and is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Miller brings a focus on general, geriatric, and emergency dentistry to the practice.

Dr. Miller’s Background

Dr. Caitlin Miller was born and raised in Pinehurst, North Carolina. After graduating from Pinecrest High School, she received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and a minor in chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2011.

After college, she worked in the Periodontal Research Lab at UNC-Chapel Hill before obtaining her DMD degree from the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine in 2017. With a focus on general and geriatric dentistry, Caitlin enjoys serving the oral health needs of the Lexington community.

Geriatric Dentistry

As a person ages, their dental care can become complicated by other age-related issues and disease. Specific dental conditions associated with aging include periodontal disease, dry mouth, increased cavities, and sensitivity to drugs used by their dentist. 

Up to 30% of people over 65 have dry mouth, which increases the potential for cavities. This condition can be caused by common medications, such as a complication of diabetes, Alzheimer’s, or Parkinson’s disease. In addition, decreasing mobility and cognitive awareness may lead to a decline in daily oral hygiene. A geriatric dentist like Dr. Miller is aware of and attuned to the specific dental issues affecting aging adults. 

Dr. Miller offers her senior patients a 10% discount when they pay in full with check or cash. Dr. Miller is part of a professional and caring staff at Jerry A. Laws, DDS and Caitlin Miller, DMD. The practice offers general and cosmetic dentistry, root canals, teeth cleaning, extractions, and other dental options. Visit the website to learn about the full range of services offered, or call (336) 249-7708 to make an appointment with a dentist.