Do you notice jaw pain or discomfort in particularly stressful times? Stress is a part of everyday life, but did you know it could be silently damaging your jaw health? From muscle tension and clenching to chronic pain, unmanaged stress is often a hidden cause of jaw problems. Understanding this link and how neuromuscular dentistry can benefit […]
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Poor oral hygiene can lead to various problems, such as bad breath, cavities, gum disease, and tooth loss. It can also spread infections to other parts of your body. Regular visits to your dentist can help prevent these problems, but you should also practice good dental hygiene at home with the following products. An Electric Toothbrush Electric
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When you look in the mirror and flash your pearly whites, do you ever wonder what makes up those bone-like structures inside your mouth? Your teeth may seem simple, but they have an intricate anatomy that works hard every day to help you eat, speak, and smile. Understanding the different parts of your teeth can
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Good oral hygiene practices such as brushing twice daily, flossing, and using mouthwash are all important components of oral health. However, this does not replace the need to visit your dentist for regular dental exams. For most patients, this is every six months, although you may have to visit more often if you are at
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At most municipalities in the United States, fluoride is added to the city water. This is done as it has been shown repeatedly through studies that fluoride obtained by drinking water can help in strengthening the teeth. Understanding how cavities form Cavities are formed due to plaque, a sticky film, that can maintain on the
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A certain condition that is known to cause white patches in the mouth is referred to as oral thrush, or medically known as oral candidiasis. This is a yeast infection that occurs in the mouth and can result in patches in the back of the throat, inside of the cheeks, and on the tongue. The
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If you have been told by your dentist that you have a cavity, it is often recommended by Dr. Chong Lee of Galleria Dental Aesthetics in McLean, VA that you consider the use of a dental filling. Dental fillings are restorations used to fill the space left behind from decay. It restores the tooth by
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General dentistry has a focus on achieving and maintaining oral health and wellness. When patients visit their dentist every six months for a cleaning and evaluation, they are taking a proactive approach to their oral health, significantly reducing their risk of tooth decay and periodontal disease while also following good habits each day at home.
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It is not unusual for Dr. Chong Lee of Galleria Dental Aesthetics to speak to patients who enjoy chewing on ice. Regardless of how the habit started, it is important that patients realize how bad this habit can be for their teeth. Our team wants to make sure patients are educated on how this habit
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When patients are asked how they can maintain a smile free from disease and cavities, they often bring to attention routine dental care at home, including brushing and flossing after every meal and visiting the dentist regularly. While this is important in keeping the smile healthy, so are the foods that we eat. Many patients
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