Dentistry
Dr. Hugh Flax, DDS
Hugh Douglas · Atlanta, GA
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Dr. Flax is internationally known for his leadership in cosmetic dentistry. Read moreShow less
Dr. Flax is internationally known for his leadership in cosmetic dentistry. A Past President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he has lectured and authored in Europe, Japan, Canada, and the United States on lasers, smile design, and advance restorative techniques to enhance the skills of dental teams in making their care world class for their patients.
He is on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry and Practical Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry. He has been the Chairperson of the AACD Private Education Advisory Council, the 2003/2008 AACD Meetings, the 2010 AACD European Meeting, and was a member of the AACD Board of Directors for over 8 years. Outside of the AACD, Dr. Flax is a member of the ADA, AGD, ALD, AAED, AAID, ICOI, Catapult Elite, and the L.D. Pankey Alumni Association. He is also a certified Fellow with World Clinical Laser Institute. In addition, he is a Master with the ICOI and an Associate Fellow of the AAID. He is a Kois Center graduate and recently completed the GHSU AAID Maxicourse while becoming a member of the Advanced Dental Implant Studies group.
Dr. Flax practices full time in Atlanta, Georgia focusing on functional-appearance related conditions and advanced laser dentistry as well as writing and lecturing on how to help others do the same for their own practices—including a full chapter in Dental Clinics of North America (Spring, 2011). For 4 years in a row, his website has been rated one of the best by Dental Economics magazine. In 2003, he was WSB-TV.com’s expert on Cosmetic Dentistry as well as appearing on FOX News demonstrating the miraculous benefits of laser dentistry. He has been the expert dentist on the “Meet the Products” television show and H2O Magazine. Lastly, he and his practice have been featured in many women’s magazines such as Cosmo, Allure, and Good Housekeeping as well as The Wall Street Journal, Dear Doctor, and Productive Dentist Magazine (cover story), The Atlanta Business Chronicle, Jezebel, Atlanta Magazine, In Style, and New Beauty magazine.
Identity
Passed · checked September 9, 2026
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Peer endorsements
10
colleagues have endorsed this doctor, averaging 5.0 of 5
“Dr Flax is experienced, conscientious and spends a great deal of time out side of his office advancing his education as well as educating others.”
Dr. Gordon Brady, DMDDentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery · Conyers, GAMarch 9, 2015
“Dr. Hugh Flax is a true leader and expert in our profession. He is a highly skilled clinician with outstanding credentials. In addition, he is a teacher , a visionary, and a wonderful person. Very few have risen to his level of expertise.”
Lauren Shanard, DDSDentist, General Practice · Williston, VTMarch 9, 2015
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“I served on the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry as Dr Flax went from President-Elect through to President of our Academy. I have the highest personal regard for any man willing to stand by his convictions, especially when they are politically incorrect and though tested, Dr. Flax never faltered. More than that to my mind, a man serves his family first and I know him to be a good husband and a doting father to his daughters. Is he a good dentist? He has proven that with his multiple credentials. I join the others on this list citing warmth, sincerity and excellence as some of his fine attributes.”
Dr. Steven J. Hill DMDDentist, General Practice · Ft Stewart, GAMarch 9, 2015
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“Dr. Flax has been a leader in the area of cosmetic dentistry for many years. He not only is he committed to his personal education to be able to provide his patients with the best that dentistry has to offer, he has spent countless hours outside the office helping other dentist improve their skills as well as serving organized dentistry in many different capacities in an effort to improve the profession for dentists and patients alike.”
Dr. Gary Radz, DDSDentist, General Practice · Denver, COMarch 9, 2015
“Dr. Flax is a dedicated dentist, outstanding speaker and a true leader in the world of cosmetic dentistry. His treatment level and dental knowledge is only matched by his warmth as a human being and a friend.”
Dr. Peter Auster, DMDDentist · Pomona, NYMarch 9, 2015
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“Great Dentist and Dental Lecturer.”
Dr. Dora Vilk-Shapiro DMD, FAGDDentist · Coral Springs, FLMarch 9, 2015
“I've known Hugh since 1976 and he has always been motivated and enthusiastic in all his endevours, so its not surprising that he would become one of the best in his field!”
Dr. David Naparstek, O.D., F.A.A.O., ODOptometrist · New York, NYMarch 9, 2015
“Hugh is not only my dentist but also my brother in law. I am truly amazed by his passion for his profession and routinely witness the enormous time and energy investment that he makes in both dentistry and his patients. Hugh you inspire me!!”
Dr. David Grosswald, O.D., ODOptometrist · Conyers, GAMarch 9, 2015
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“Dr. Hugh Flax is recognized both Nationally and Internationally as an expert in the field of laser assisted Dental Esthetic and Cosmetic services. He has lectured and written articles in Journals and chapters in texts on this topic and in my opinion is a go-to guy to get the most up to date information on the topic.”
Dr. John R. Calamia, DMDDentist, General Practice · New York, NYMarch 9, 2015
“I have the highest regard for Dr. Flax not only as an exceptional dentist, but also a fine man, husband and father. He is internationally recognized for his skills and educational abilities. Dr. Flax is someone you can completely trust with all of your dental needs.”
Dr. Mark A. Iati, DDSDentist, General Practice · Stow, OHMarch 9, 2015
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Recognition history
3 awards
- City Winner2014 · cosmetic-dentistry · Atlanta
- Top 100 Doctors2016
- Top 200 Doctors2019 · Dentistry
Issued under the pre-2026 methodology. Platform history, not current standing. See the published methodology.
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