An abscessed tooth is an infection that has worked its way deep into the tooth, the root, and even the bone. This causes pus to fill up the area, and it can be very painful. If left untreated, an abscess can cause serious problems or even require an extraction. That’s why our dental office in… Read more »
There are a number of things that can stain our teeth and make them look dull and discolored. When this happens, we tend to look for ways to bring back our bright, white smiles. At our dental office in Gainesville, we have some good news — there are many ways to whiten your teeth! Let’s… Read more »
These days, bottled water is everywhere. It’s one of our most common accessories when we pack our kids’ lunches or our go-to for busy work days. Let’s face it, bottled water is super convenient and a healthier alternative to a can of sugary soda or even common sports drinks. But our dental office in Fairfax… Read more »
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and at our dental office in Herndon, we know just how serious and scary oral cancer can be. To do our part to help raise awareness, we’re here to share facts, signs, and risk factors of oral cancer with our patients and neighbors. Facts About Oral Cancer More than… Read more »
Sometimes no matter how much we take care of our teeth, they get damaged and injured or become susceptible to decay and deterioration. This means a tooth can come loose and eventually fall out… if it didn’t get knocked out due to a trauma like a car or sports accident. If you’re missing a tooth,… Read more »
Did you ever wake up in the morning and notice that your face and jaw are sore? Do you get up in the mornings with unexplainable headaches? Our dental office in Gainesville wants to know if you’ve ever considered that your pain and discomfort could be caused by teeth grinding or bruxism. Read on and… Read more »
Your dentist in Reston always wants what’s best for you and your smile. That’s why if there’s something you’re concerned about, we hope you’ll take the time to talk to us. One of the biggest questions we seem to get from time to time is about snoring and how it affects our teeth. The truth… Read more »
We always like to take a moment this time of year to dedicate a special blog to eating healthy in honor of National Nutrition Month. Ask anyone of our team members at our dental office in Manassas, and they’re going to tell you how important it is to make sure you’re only putting good foods… Read more »
The uncomfortable zings of pain associated with tooth sensitivity can be enough to keep you from enjoying your favorite hot or cold foods or beverages. But nobody wants to pass on their favorite treats because of sensitive teeth. At our dental office in Gainesville, we have a few tips that can help ease pain caused… Read more »
Halitosis, or more commonly referred to as bad breath, can happen to anyone. It can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. But what’s more concerning for the team at our dental office in Reston is that bad breath can be a sign of something more serious. Let’s take a look at what causes bad breath and some… Read more »
