Dentist Serving Goodwater, AL | Dentist in Sylacauga, A

Southern Smiles of Sylacauga provides dental care for Goodwater residents from its office at 101 S Douglas Ave, Sylacauga, AL 35150 — 16 miles south on Alabama State Route 9. There is no full-service dental practice in Goodwater. The Sylacauga office is the closest provider offering comprehensive services including implants, IV sedation, and emergency care.

Why Goodwater Residents Choose Sylacauga for Dental Care

Goodwater is a city in Coosa County, Alabama, with approximately 1,400 residents. The city is located at the intersection of AL-9 and AL-22, approximately 16 miles north of Sylacauga. Goodwater has no dental providers offering comprehensive services.

Goodwater residents face limited local healthcare options. The nearest full-service dental practices are in Sylacauga (16 miles south), Alexander City (20 miles east), and Birmingham (60 miles northwest). Southern Smiles of Sylacauga is the closest provider offering the full range of dental services — from routine cleanings to dental implants and IV sedation.

• AL-9 provides a direct route to Sylacauga: Goodwater sits at the northern terminus of AL-9, which runs 16 miles south directly into Sylacauga. The two-lane highway is the primary north-south corridor through Coosa County, and Goodwater residents already travel it for work and shopping.
• No dental provider in Goodwater or Coosa County: Goodwater has no dental practice. Alexander City 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 referrals to multiple providers.
• Emergency care within 25 minutes: For toothaches, broken teeth, or dental infections, the Sylacauga office is reachable in approximately 25 minutes from Goodwater — faster than the drive to Alexander City or Birmingham.
• Sedation dentistry for anxious patients: IV sedation is available at the Sylacauga office for Goodwater patients who have avoided dental care due to anxiety — a service not offered in Alexander City.

Dental Services for Goodwater Patients at Southern Smiles

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

• Family Dentistry — Goodwater 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 Goodwater 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.
• IV Sedation Dentistry — Deep sedation for complex procedures, available for Goodwater patients who need it.
• Emergency Dentistry — Urgent care for Goodwater residents with toothaches, broken teeth, or dental trauma.

Goodwater, AL: The Northern Gateway to Sylacauga Dental Care

Goodwater is a city in Coosa County, Alabama, located at the junction of Alabama State Routes 9 and 22. The city sits approximately 16 miles north of Sylacauga, making it one of the northernmost communities served by Southern Smiles. Goodwater was incorporated in 1878 and named for its natural springs. The city has approximately 1,400 residents.

Goodwater is the largest community in Coosa County without a full-service dental provider. The nearest dental practices are in Sylacauga (16 miles south on AL-9) and Alexander City (20 miles east on AL-22). For Goodwater residents, the AL-9 corridor is the most direct and familiar route — it’s the road residents take to reach the county line, the nearest grocery stores, and healthcare providers.

The drive from Goodwater to Sylacauga takes approximately 25 minutes on a two-lane highway with light traffic. This is a routine commute for Goodwater residents, who already travel to Sylacauga for work, school, and other services. Southern Smiles of Sylacauga is located at 101 S Douglas Ave, near the center of Sylacauga, directly off the AL-9 route.

Communities Along the AL-9 Corridor

Goodwater sits at the northern end of the AL-9 corridor, with several communities between it and Sylacauga:

• Goodwater to Sylacauga (0-16 miles): Goodwater, AL → Hanover, AL → Sylacauga, AL
• East on AL-22 (0-20 miles): Goodwater → Alexander City
• West on AL-22 (0-10 miles): Goodwater → Rockford, AL (Coosa County seat)

Directions from Goodwater to Southern Smiles of Sylacauga

From Goodwater, head south on AL-9 toward Sylacauga. Continue approximately 16 miles. AL-9 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 25 minutes from most Goodwater addresses.

About Southern Smiles of Sylacauga

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

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 Goodwater, Alexander City, or Rockford.

Goodwater 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