TMJ is both the name for the temporomandibular joint and the range of disorders that affect it (The disorders are also known as TMD). The condition can be very painful for sufferers, and effective treatment might seem elusive at times. But a qualified neuromuscular dentist has tools to diagnose and treat this frustrating condition. If […]
Dental implants are the preferred modern choice for replacing missing teeth. Their combination of effectiveness, durability, and appearance makes dental implants unmatched in restorative technologies. And when properly cared for, you can expect many years out of them—maybe even a lifetime. The northern Virginia cosmetic dentists at Galleria Dental Aesthetics are happy to answer any […]
A new study conducted by the American Society of Nephrology has found that African Americans who suffer from periodontal disease experienced kidney disease at four-times the rate of those who do not. The study included 699 African American adults and took place over a five year period. Gun disease has long been linked to systemic […]
If your smile has become somewhat dingy, discolored, or stained over the past year, now is the time to consider teeth whitening. This simple in-office procedure can lighten your teeth up to ten shades in as little as one hour. Better still, because chairside whitening is performed by our experienced Fairfax cosmetic dentists, consistently beautiful […]
Pain Medication and TMJ There are any number of medications used to address occasional headaches and facial pain. Unfortunately, when this discomfort is caused by TMJ, no amount of medication will prevent its reoccurrence. Worse still, many analgesics can cause serious health concerns when used daily, making them ill-suited for treating TMJ pain. Symptoms of […]
Probiotics have long been known to aid in digestion and help keep the GI tract healthy. Some probiotics, particularly lactobacillus reuteri, have also been shown to help prevent cavities by neutralizing damaging bacteria in the mouth. It is no surprise then, that a recent study found lactobacillus reuteri to improve the efficacy of periodontal treatment […]
For people with a healthy smile, it is easy to show it off. Unfortunately, for people who have any discolored, chipped, crooked, or uneven teeth, smiling can be an experience that is emotionally and physically painful. Luckily, there are many options our Fairfax cosmetic dentist can provide to correct any flaws in your smile. One […]
The holidays are rapidly approaching and with all the festivities and special events, we all want to look and feel our best. To get your teeth looking their best in time for the holidays may require a little bit of planning in terms of deciding what you result you are after and the ideal time […]
If you have suffered from any kind of TMJ/TMD pain you know how disruptive it can be. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that controls your jaw movement. With a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) of any kind, you may experience clicking of your teeth, headaches, or even severe teeth grinding. HOW CAN A NEUROMUSCULAR […]
When you are contemplating improving your smile with porcelain veneers, it can be helpful to understand more about how they work and what they can actually do. This popular cosmetic dentistry solution has a number of valuable benefits. 3 BENEFITS OF PORCELAIN VENEERS For people unhappy with the appearance of their teeth, porcelain veneers are […]