Did you know that tooth enamel is actually porous? What this means is that your tooth enamel is susceptible to damage, including staining and discoloration, over time. However, with the right care, you can keep your enamel healthy, strong, and stain-resistant with the right oral care habits and tools. Whether you’ve just gotten a professional […]
Gum disease is an oral health disease that affects the periodontal tissue in our mouths which cover and protect the roots of our teeth. Our gums also help to support our teeth and keep them healthy and strong. If left untreated, the gum disease will get worse. Caused by bacteria in the mouth, gum disease—sometimes […]
A 60 year old patient came to Dr. Whitman with teeth that had been impacted by tooth decay as well as restorations that were no longer working. Here’s how Dr. Whitman and her staff at Leesburg Family & Cosmetic Dentistry were able to help this woman restore her smile. Evaluating the Issue: Decay and Failing […]
Leesburg Family & Cosmetic Dentistry was honored to sponsor the Loudon County Chamber of Commerce Superhero 5k Family Run which took place on June 2, 2019 at Riverside High School in Leesburg, VA. The event was family, kid, and dog friendly with a 1k walk and run and even a Tot Sprint! Over 600 racers […]
Is your child used to the dentist or do they dread getting their regular checkups and cleanings? Whether or not your child is accustomed to the dentist, it can be difficult getting kids to feel good about seeing an oral healthcare professional. However, seeing a dentist in their early years is an instrumental part of helping […]
Many patients fear having to get a root canal procedure. Maybe they’ve had a bad experience in the past, or heard from someone else who had a negative or painful procedure. Current technology has allowed dentists and endodontists, who are specialists in saving teeth, to conduct root canal therapy that’s not much different from getting […]
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