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Tuscaloosa General Dentistry – Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Our Passion Is Your Smile
Dr. John Carlson merges compassionate care for the entire family with state-of-the-art technology to create a truly special dental experience.

New look,
same care.
Welcome to Tuscaloosa General Dentistry, conveniently located near Helen Keller Blvd & Ruby Tyler Pkwy. Here, our professionals know that dental health is not just about white smiles: it’s about having strong teeth and healthy gums. It’s about prolonging the simple joy of eating delicious things! Our mission is to help our patients accomplish these goals in a painless, compassionate, and efficient way.

John T. Carlson, Jr., DMD
Dr. John Carlson was raised in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. His father, Dr. Terry Carlson, is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Tuscaloosa, and his grandfather, Dr. Norman Carlson, practiced dentistry in Northport for more than 50. Dr. Carlson attended high school at Tuscaloosa Academy and graduated in 2001, then received a degree in History from Samford University in Birmingham in 2005.

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Your Health & Safety is Our Priority
COVID-19 Office Protocols
We already exceed sterilization standards, including eliminating virtually all infectious viruses and bacteria.
Dr. Carlson and his dental team love their patients and have a genuine concern for their health and safety as well as for the Tuscaloosa community. As a result, they’ve created advanced safety measures to keep you and your family safe during your dental procedures and office visits which include clean rooms, air filtration, PPE for our team members, and hand sanitizer.

Care for the Whole Family
You can experience pain-free treatments here
From toddlers to the elderly, our skilled dental team is familiar with the unique needs of every patient, no matter their age. Our goal is to help them develop great oral habits that will last them a lifetime.
Join us today and discover how our practice can help treat your entire family.


Life-changing Implants
Retain your smile of confidence today
Dental implants are a permanent, natural-looking solution to replace a missing tooth. Dental implants bond directly to the jawbone by attaching a titanium post and connector to create a sturdy base for the crown. Dental implants with Dr. Carlson are an excellent solution for those who want to improve their smiles while allowing the lifestyle you’re accustomed to – confidently smile, laugh, and eat what you want.


Cosmetic Dentistry
New Smile, New Life – Cosmetic Dentistry by Dr. Carlson
Cosmetic dentistry at Tuscaloosa General Dentistry includes dental procedures that improve a person’s teeth and gums, resulting in a better, more noticeable smile. Although the term cosmetic dentistry is commonly referred to as general dentistry is redundant, since general dentistry is aimed at improving the look and feel of a patient’s teeth; the term focuses more emphasis on improving the smile and overall appearance of the teeth. Dr. Carlson’s goal when it comes to Cosmetic dentistry will always be, find a treatment plan that makes sense and walk the patient through each step.


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Tuscaloosa General Dentistry Will Make You Proud of Your Smile
Proud Of Your Smile
Redefining Dentistry in Tuscaloosa
At Tuscaloosa General Dentistry, we offer a complete array of dental services. Our minimally invasive approach allows patients to feel empowered and educated about their own oral health.

Redefining Dentistry in Tuscaloosa
At Tuscaloosa General Dentistry, we offer a complete array of dental services. Our minimally invasive approach allows patients to feel empowered and educated about their own oral health.

Preventive Care
Dr. Carlson believes that preventive care is the foundation of everything he does. While it’s tremendously exciting to restore someone’s smile and function so they can eat again, it’s more rewarding to keep his patients healthy.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry combines both art and science to create a cost-effective way to improve your smile. Cosmetic dentistry uses advanced dental techniques, cosmetic dentistry is meant to enhance your smile in a healthy and beautiful way.
Smile Whitening
Tooth Whitening is an easy solution for people who want to improve the color of their teeth with minimal procedures. Remove stains from coffee, smoking, or other common causes with a painless tooth whitening from Dr. Carlson.