Dentist Serving Weogufka, AL | Dentist in Sylacauga, AL

Southern Smiles of Sylacauga provides dental care for Weogufka residents from its office at 101 S Douglas Ave, Sylacauga, AL 35150 — 22 miles south on Alabama State Route 9. Weogufka has no dental providers. The Sylacauga office is the closest full-service dental practice for Weogufka families, offering comprehensive care including dental implants, IV sedation, and emergency services.

Why Weogufka Residents Choose Sylacauga for Dental Care

Weogufka is an unincorporated community in Coosa County, Alabama, located approximately 22 miles north of Sylacauga along AL-9. The community has no dental providers. Residents must travel to Sylacauga, Alexander City, or Birmingham for dental care. Sylacauga is the closest city with a full-service dental practice offering comprehensive services including implants, sedation, and emergency care.

AL-9 runs directly from Weogufka south through Goodwater and into Sylacauga, making the drive a familiar route for Weogufka residents. The two-lane highway is the primary north-south corridor through Coosa County, and Weogufka residents already travel it for work, shopping, and other services in Sylacauga and Goodwater.

• AL-9 provides a direct route to Sylacauga: The drive from Weogufka to Sylacauga follows AL-9 south through Goodwater directly into Sylacauga — approximately 22 miles and 30 minutes. This is the same route Weogufka residents use for grocery shopping, medical appointments, and other services.
• No dental provider in Weogufka or Coosa County: Weogufka has no dental practice. 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 the need for Weogufka residents to visit multiple providers in different cities.
• Emergency care within 30 minutes: For toothaches, broken teeth, or dental trauma, the Sylacauga office is reachable in approximately 30 minutes from Weogufka — faster than the drive to Alexander City or Birmingham.
• Sedation dentistry for anxious patients: IV sedation is available at the Sylacauga office for Weogufka patients who have avoided dental care due to anxiety — a level of care not offered at every provider in Coosa County.

Dental Services for Weogufka Patients at Southern Smiles

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

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

Weogufka, AL: A Rural Community Along AL-9

Weogufka is an unincorporated community in Coosa County, Alabama, located approximately 22 miles north of Sylacauga along AL-9. The community sits near the Talladega National Forest and the Coosa River, approximately 12 miles north of Goodwater. Weogufka is one of the northernmost communities served by Southern Smiles of Sylacauga.

The name Weogufka comes from the Creek Indian language, meaning “muddy water” — a reference to the nearby Weogufka Creek, which flows through the area. Today, the community is primarily residential and agricultural, with a small number of local businesses. Residents rely on nearby cities — Sylacauga (22 miles south) and Alexander City (25 miles east) — for most healthcare, retail, and professional services.

For dental care, Sylacauga is the preferred destination. The AL-9 corridor connects Weogufka directly to Sylacauga, and the drive is shorter than the trip to Alexander City (25 miles) or Birmingham (75 miles). Southern Smiles of Sylacauga is located near the center of Sylacauga, directly off the AL-9 route.

Communities Along the AL-9 Corridor

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

• South toward Sylacauga (0-22 miles): Weogufka, AL → Goodwater, AL → Hanover, AL → Sylacauga, AL
• East toward Alexander City (25 miles): Weogufka → Alexander City, AL
• North toward Talladega National Forest: Weogufka → Forest areas

Directions from Weogufka to Southern Smiles of Sylacauga

From Weogufka, head south on AL-9 toward Sylacauga. Continue approximately 22 miles through Goodwater. 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 30 minutes from most Weogufka addresses.

About Southern Smiles of Sylacauga

Southern Smiles of Sylacauga operates from a single office at 101 S Douglas Ave in Sylacauga, serving Weogufka and the surrounding AL-9 corridor. The practice has provided dental care from this location since 1952, with over 50 years of continuous service to families across Coosa and Talladega 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 Weogufka, Goodwater, or Alexander City.

Weogufka 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