Plaque is a mixture of bacteria, food particles, and saliva that sticks to teeth. You aren’t able to see plaque, but you can usually feel it as a rough or fuzzy layer over your teeth that forms in the hours after brushing. You know that plaque is harmful to your smile, but do you know exactly how […]
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic continues, it’s understandable that you’d be hesitant to visit your dentist or doctor during these challenging times. If you don’t have an emergency and are not experiencing any symptoms, isn’t it safer to stay home? The dentist isn’t considered an elective provider. Research has shown just how important your oral […]
Your oral health has the ability to affect your entire body, and your body can affect your oral health in turn. Taking care of your smile is more than about aesthetics—the health of your teeth and gums can make a difference in the way you feel and even may affect your immunity. But is the immune […]
A patient who was completing his dental restorations at Leesburg Family & Cosmetic Dentistry had his final dental implant placed on the upper right side of his smile. His teeth were previously whitened with GLO Whitening technology using both the professional in-office whitening procedure and the take-home kit. Now that his implant crown is in […]
Dentists are oral healthcare professionals who are here to support your goals for your smile. Committed to providing comfortable treatment to keep your teeth and gums healthy, your dentist is your partner in having strong teeth for life. When visiting the dentist, your comfort comes first. Dentists are here to help, and you should be able to receive […]
It’s natural for teeth to experience some wear and tear throughout your lifetime. But teeth shouldn’t show any significant wear. People who clench or grind their teeth, as well as people who have a misaligned bite or crooked teeth, may see uneven wear on the surfaces of their teeth [1]. Worn down teeth may be […]
Dr. Whitman was able to assist a patient who had lost all of his upper teeth due to numerous years of lack of access to care. When the patient decided to restore his smile, he had a few dental implants placed with the goal of having an implant-supported denture for his upper teeth. The oral […]
At Leesburg Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Whitman was able to assist a patient who had extensive damage from bruxism, or teeth grinding. This particular patient had been a heavy grinder his entire life, and this had a significant impact on his teeth. Some of his teeth had such severe wear that he had sensitivity […]
Bad breath is frustrating after eating trigger foods such as garlic or fish, but when having bad breath becomes a regular occurrence, there could be another problem going on. While chronic bad breath is typically a sign of gum disease, there are other causes of the condition, and your diet can absolutely influence your persistent […]
When it comes to taking care of your teeth, there are few things you can do that are more impactful than daily brushing. Plaque takes just a few hours to form on your teeth, and can cause enamel damage that leads to cavities and tooth sensitivity. Fortunately, by regularly removing plaque through brushing—and by getting […]
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