In the Middle Ages, the people who provided general dentistry were farmers, blacksmiths, barbers and other professionals, but the dentist did not yet exist. Signs of dentistry existed even before that, as long ago as 7000 BC. Extractions were a significant part of early dental treatment. Tooth extractions were performed with a variety of tools […]
Some of the complications of sleep apnea are immediate. Loud snoring, sleep interruption, and periods of breath cessation can result in daytime issues such as chronic sleepiness, frequent morning headaches, difficulties concentrating, memory loss, and general irritability. However, sleep apnea can have a number of long-term complications as well, making it important to seek treatment […]
Porcelain is a ceramic material that has been used for everything from plates to shower tiles, but why is it used for veneers? To understand this, you must first understand some things about porcelain itself. Porcelain is stain resistant, remarkably strong, and has a natural resistance to chemical erosion and thermal shock. Due to this, […]
If, for any reason, you are uncomfortable with the idea of seeing a dentist, sedation dentistry may be your best solution. At Galleria Dental Aesthetics, we offer a range of sedation options to address even the most severe dental phobias, allowing you to get the comprehensive dental care you deserve without any of the associated […]
No matter if your cosmetic flaws are minor or extensive, porcelain veneers are often the ideal solution. Placed over the front of your natural teeth, porcelain veneers can be used to correct cosmetic flaws including chips, cracks, tooth irregularities, and serious staining. Placed on one tooth or used to completely remake your smile, porcelain veneers […]
Carbonated drinks such as cola and soda can wreak havoc on your teeth. The citric and phosphoric acid in these beverages damages tooth enamel. This is to say nothing of the sugar content. Combined, these factors can lead to issues as wide ranging as tooth sensitivity, tooth decay, and even tooth loss. As if the […]
Once placed, porcelain veneers cannot be whitened. The teeth adjacent to veneers can still benefit from teeth whitening procedures, but porcelain cannot be bleached. Porcelain veneers from our McLean area office are shaded to match your adjacent teeth. Porcelain is also stain resistant, allowing your veneers to maintain their pearly-white appearance even as adjacent teeth […]
Over-the-counter (OTC) whitening strips offer the most economical option for teeth whitening. Unfortunately, they also offer the least reliable results and may actually be bad for your teeth. OTC strips cannot penetrate stains as effectively as other at-home options. Due to this, they must be used with greater frequency. The American Dental Association has found […]
Tetracycline stains are very common for men and women throughout Northern Virginia. These stains are dark, run deep into teeth, and are not removable with traditional teeth whitening options. In fact, traditional teeth whitening may make the stain appear worse as it whitens the surrounding area, accentuating the stain and causing a grey or dulled […]
Introduced in 2005, Invisalign™ Express is a faster and less expensive way to achieve a perfectly straight smile. Traditional Invisalign treatment can take 12 months or more. With Invisalign Express, one of our Alexandria dentists can help you achieve optimal results in fewer than six months. Candidates for Invisalign™ Express Invisalign Express is intended for […]