Dentist Serving Hollins, AL | Dentist in Sylacauga, AL

Southern Smiles of Sylacauga provides dental care for Hollins residents from its office at 101 S Douglas Ave, Sylacauga, AL 35150 — 16 miles south on Alabama State Route 21. There is no dental practice in Hollins. The Sylacauga office is the closest full-service provider for Hollins families, offering comprehensive care including dental implants, IV sedation, and emergency services.

Why Hollins Residents Choose Sylacauga for Dental Care

Hollins is an unincorporated community in northern Talladega County, Alabama, located approximately 16 miles north of Sylacauga along AL-21. The community has no dental providers. Residents must travel to Sylacauga, Talladega, or Birmingham for dental care. Sylacauga is the closest city with a full-service dental practice offering comprehensive services.

AL-21 runs directly from Hollins south through Sylacauga, making the drive a familiar route for Hollins residents. The two-lane highway is the primary north-south corridor through this part of Talladega County, and Hollins residents already travel it for work, shopping, and other services in Sylacauga.

• AL-21 provides a direct route to Sylacauga: The drive from Hollins to Sylacauga follows AL-21 south through Sycamore directly into the city — approximately 16 miles and 20 minutes. This is the same route Hollins residents use for grocery shopping, medical appointments, and other services.
• No dental provider in Hollins or nearby communities: Hollins has no dental practice. Sycamore has no dental practice. Talladega has limited options. Sylacauga offers the closest comprehensive dental care.
• Complete care at one Sylacauga address: Southern Smiles provides implants, crowns, root canals, dentures, emergency care, and IV sedation — eliminating the need for Hollins residents to visit multiple providers in different cities.
• Emergency care within 20 minutes: For toothaches, broken teeth, or dental trauma, the Sylacauga office is reachable in approximately 20 minutes from Hollins — faster than the drive to Talladega or Birmingham.
• Sedation dentistry for anxious patients: IV sedation is available at the Sylacauga office for Hollins patients who have avoided dental care due to anxiety — a level of care not offered at every provider in Talladega County.

Dental Services for Hollins Patients at Southern Smiles

All services are provided at the Sylacauga office. Each links to its full service page.

• Family Dentistry — Hollins families receive care at a single practice, from children’s first visits through senior restorative care.
• Dental Implants — Permanent tooth replacement available in Sylacauga — the closest implant provider for Hollins residents.
• Restorative Dentistry — Crowns, bridges, root canals, dentures, and periodontal therapy provided at the Sylacauga location.
• Cosmetic Dentistry — Veneers, bonding, whitening, and clear aligners available without a trip to Birmingham or Anniston.
• IV Sedation Dentistry — Deep sedation for complex procedures, available for Hollins patients who need it.
• Emergency Dentistry — Urgent care for Hollins residents with toothaches, broken teeth, or dental trauma.

Hollins, AL: A Rural Community Along AL-21

Hollins is an unincorporated community in Talladega County, Alabama, located approximately 16 miles north of Sylacauga along AL-21. The community sits near the Talladega National Forest and the Coosa River, with the Talladega County line to the north.

Hollins is named for the Hollins family who settled the area in the 1800s. Today, the community is primarily residential and agricultural, with a small number of local businesses. Residents rely on nearby cities — Sylacauga (16 miles south) and Talladega (22 miles north) — for most healthcare, retail, and professional services.

For dental care, Sylacauga is the preferred destination. The AL-21 corridor connects Hollins directly to Sylacauga, and the drive is shorter than the trip to Talladega (22 miles) or Birmingham (70 miles). Southern Smiles of Sylacauga is located near the center of Sylacauga, directly off the AL-21 route.

Communities Along the AL-21 Corridor

Hollins sits between several communities that also access dental care in Sylacauga:

• South toward Sylacauga (0-16 miles): Hollins, AL → Sycamore, AL → Sylacauga, AL
• North toward Talladega (16-22 miles): Hollins → Eastaboga, AL → Talladega, AL
• West toward the Coosa River: Alpine, AL

Directions from Hollins to Southern Smiles of Sylacauga

From Hollins, head south on AL-21 toward Sylacauga. Continue approximately 16 miles. AL-21 becomes N Broadway Ave as you enter Sylacauga. Turn east (left) onto 1st St NW, then turn south (right) onto S Douglas Ave. The office at 101 S Douglas Ave is on the right — approximately 20 minutes from most Hollins addresses.

About Southern Smiles of Sylacauga

Southern Smiles of Sylacauga operates from a single office at 101 S Douglas Ave in Sylacauga, serving Hollins and the surrounding AL-21 corridor. The practice has provided dental care from this location since 1952, with over 50 years of continuous service to Talladega County families.

Dr. Rick Redmond has been practicing in Sylacauga for over 25 years. Dr. Jenn Reaves, a graduate of the UAB School of Dentistry, practices alongside him. Together, they provide comprehensive dental care — from routine cleanings to dental implants and IV sedation — at a single Sylacauga address.

The practice is verified on Google Business Profile and operates exclusively from the S Douglas Ave address. There is no location in Hollins, Sycamore, or Talladega.

Hollins residents seeking dental care can view the full range of treatment options at the Sylacauga office, or contact the practice directly to ask about services, availability, or what to expect at a first visit.

Last reviewed: August 2026