Dr. Cheryl L. Cushman
2168 Skyview Drive
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
770-739-5097
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Dr. Cheryl L. Cushman

Date of Birth: October 20,1961

Place of Birth: Wyandotte, Michigan

State Dental Licenses:

  • Georgia Dental License
  • Michigan Dental License

Education:

  • Allen Park High School - Allen Park, MI 1976-1979 - Diploma
  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, MI 1979-1983 - Bachelor of Science in Biology
  • Case Western Reserve University - Cleveland, OH School of Dentistry
    1984-1988 - Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.)
  • Emory University - Atlanta, GA Veteran's Administration Hospital Grady Hospital
    1988-1989 - General Practice Residency
  • Medical College of Georgia - Augusta, GA School of Dentistry
    1991-1993 - Certificate in Periodontics

Professional Experience:

  • Practice of General Dentistry 1988-1993
  • Practice Limited to Periodontics 1993-Present

Academic Appointments:
Assistant Clinical Professor
Medical College of Georgia Department of Graduate Periodontics 1995-Present

Professional Societies:

  • American Academy of Periodontology
  • American Dental Association
  • Georgia Dental Association
  • Hinman Dental Society
  • Northwestern District Dental Society
  • Georgia Society of Periodontists
    a) Treasurer 2002-2004
    b) Secretary 2004-present

Dr. Cheryl Cushman grew up in Allen Park, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. She attended Allen Park High School where she was a Varsity cheerleader, sang alto in the choir, and played clarinet in the concert band. She was a member of the Honor Society and graduated as Class Salutatorian in 1979. Dr. Cushman then attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, graduating in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She went to dental school at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio, graduating in 1988. Dr. Cushman then arrived in Atlanta for an additional year of training in general dentistry at the Veteran's Administration Hospital and Emory University. She practiced as a general dentist from 1989 to 1991 before entering the Periodontics Residency at the Medical College of Georgia. She received her certificate in Periodontics in 1993 and opened her practice in Austell shortly thereafter. Atlanta West Periodontics and Dental Implants has been in its present location in Lithia Springs since February 2005.

Dr. Cushman married William "Clay" Cushman in July 1993. Clay is a history teacher and coach at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School in Fairburn. He teaches U.S. and World history courses with a special interest in the Civil War. He coaches the girl's volleyball and basketball teams.

In April 1999, the Cushmans were blessed by the arrival of their son, Mead. Mead is a happy, healthy young man who recently started First Grade. He enjoys sports and plays golf, baseball and soccer.

   
   
About the Staff  
 
   

Jan Padgett, RDH - Registered Dental Hygienist

I have been working with Dr. Cushman at Atlanta West Periodontics since January 2004. My goal is to help you achieve oral health by assisting in your treatment and maintaining your healthy smile with thorough periodontal cleanings and detailed oral hygiene instruction review. I graduated from the Medical College of Georgia Dental Hygiene program in June 1993.

I graduated from HaralsonCountyHigh School in 1982. My husband, Al, is a plumber and we have been married since 1988. We enjoy fishing, canoeing, and caring for our animals. We presently have one cat and three horses.

   
   

Michelle Crenshaw, RDH - Registered Dental Hygienist

I received my degree in Dental Hygiene from West Central Tech and have been working part time with Dr. Cushman since 2004. I am deeply concerned about the oral health of my patients and will do all I can to help them with their care.

I was born and raised in this area and graduated from SouthCobbHigh School. I reside in Marietta with my 8 year old niece, Shyla. I participate with my niece in Soccer, Basketball, and Girl Scouts. We attend NorthstarChurch and I am involved in mission work to third world countries. I enjoy running, scrapbooking, reading, and scuba diving in my spare time. I love the outdoors, hiking, water activities, and camping.

 
   
   
   

Aneen Wright

Hello!  My name is Aneen Wright and I am a third generation native of Douglas County.  As country as that may sound, I think it is special when people really know you and ask about your family.  I have lived here my entire life and have raised my 26 year old daughter and 16 year old son in this county.  My personal interests include cooking and spending time with my family.  When time permits, I enjoy making stained glass.  This is a new hobby  for me, but I have found it to be very rewarding.  

 
I have been in the dental field for over 20 years.  I feel the health, function, and beauty of a smile is very important.  Smiles are a form of communication and they can help people feel better.  I look forward to working with the patients at Atlanta West Periodontics and Dental Implants.
   
   

 

 
  
 

 



  


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