Excavating Excellence: Where Quality Meets Affordability
Our Story
At Tatum & Cox, we are proud to offer a comprehensive dental office that is your one-stop-shop for all your oral care needs. Our team, led by Dr. Crawford A. Tatum Jr., DMD, and Dr. Christina Cox, DMD, is dedicated to providing the highest level of care in a caring, experienced, and technologically advanced environment.
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients by providing exceptional dental care that exceeds their expectations. We strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where our patients feel comfortable and confident in the care they receive. We believe in staying at the forefront of the latest dental technologies and techniques to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of dental services, including general and family dentistry, dental cleanings, dental fillings, dental crowns, dental bridges, root canal treatment, TMJ treatment, dental sealants, fluoride treatment, sedation dentistry, periodontal therapy, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, teeth whitening, dental bonding, oral surgery, dental implants, tooth extraction, gum grafting, and bone grafting. Whether you need a routine cleaning or a complex procedure, we have the skills and expertise to provide the care you need.
Our Team
Our team is an educated, professional, and experienced group of people who are dedicated to providing the highest level of care. We are proud to be associated with many dental organizations and stay up-to-date on the latest techniques and technologies. We are a family-friendly practice that has been passed down through the Tatum family, and we are excited to have you join our big, happy dental family!
Our History
We have been serving Opelika, Alabama, and the surrounding areas for 96 years, and we plan to continue serving you and your family members for many more. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as one of the top dental practices in the area, and we look forward to continuing to provide exceptional care for generations to come.
Exceptional Service and Care
The reviewers have nothing but praise for the dental office, with each one giving a perfect 5-star rating. They all mention the exceptional care and attention they received from the staff and dentists, including Dr. Cox, Dr. Tatum, and their associates. The reviewers highlight the office's ability to accommodate emergency situations, comfort levels, and the quality of work performed.
Personalized Care and Kindness
Many reviewers mention the kindness and caring nature of the dentists and staff, particularly Dr. Cox, who went above and beyond to make patients feel comfortable and at ease. One reviewer mentions that Dr. Cox reminds them of another dentist they liked, and several reviewers express gratitude for the way they were treated.
High-Quality Work and Expertise
The reviewers are impressed with the quality of work performed by the dentists, with one reviewer even mentioning that Dr. Tatum and his associates are "superlative" in their expertise. They praise the office's ability to handle complex and serious dental issues, and several reviewers mention that they would highly recommend the office to others.

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