Invisalign® uses a progressive set of clear plastic aligners to correct common orthodontic problems. These aligners work to gently move your teeth in two week increments. The length of time you will need to wear the aligners depends on factors including: The problem being corrected How frequently you can wear the aligners How closely you […]
The consequences of an uneven or crooked smile for an adult are much greater than those for a teenager. In addition to increased feelings of awkwardness, an incorrect bite can lead to several painful symptoms such as headaches and jaw misalignment. For most adults, the thought of having traditional, metal braces is not very appealing. […]
What is orthodontics? Orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. Commonly, orthodontics treats issues of misaligned teeth such as overbite, underbite, crossbite, gaps, and crowded teeth. At what age is orthodontics necessary? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children with misaligned […]
Studies show that 97% of dental implant placements happen without any complications. However, like any surgery, some risk is involved in the dental implant procedure. At Galleria Dental Aesthetics, our Northern Virginia implant dentists take great care to minimize any risk to your health and safety. Nonetheless, we believe patients should be fully aware of […]
Studies show that 97% of dental implant placements happen without any complications. However, like any surgery, some risk is involved in the dental implant procedure. At Galleria Dental Aesthetics, our Northern Virginia implant dentists take great care to minimize any risk to your health and safety. Nonetheless, we believe patients should be fully aware of […]
At Galleria Dental Aesthetics, Dr. Chong Lee and Dr. Joseph Oh are qualified implant dentists with over twenty years of experience. Both of these dentists received their post doctorate training at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI), and have devoted invaluable time towards additional training and further education. Dr. Chong Lee […]
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots inserted directly into your jawbone to provide support for a porcelain crown. This procedure is fast becoming most popular for replacing missing teeth because of its distinct advantages over other forms of tooth replacement. To provide a permanent solution for missing teeth, dental implants need to be made of […]
Dental implants are a safe, effective, and permanent way to restore beauty and functionality to your smile. For a majority of patients, this process is entirely painless. In the rare case that you experience moderate to severe pain, our doctors can prescribe medications to increase your comfort level. We know how important it is to […]
Dental implants are titanium screws inserted into your jawbone to act as a permanent artificial tooth root. Since the dental implant fuses to your bone, implant dentistry offers a lifelong solution for missing teeth. In fact, several studies suggest that dental implants form an even stronger bond with your jawbone than your natural tooth. Other […]
Dentures have been around for centuries, but cosmetic and general dentistry today offer a much more secure, comfortable solution for missing teeth—dental implants. At Galleria Dental Aesthetics, our experienced implant dentists are ready to help you enjoy a permanent solution for missing teeth and restore both beauty and functionality to your smile with dental implants […]