Monthly Archives: February 2011
On Our Second Anniversary … a Story From Our Second Patient
Two years ago today, we had the pleasure of meeting our second patient, Martha Wiles. Martha had just moved to Northern Virginia from Middle Tennessee. While still living in Tennessee, Martha decided to look into getting braces on her teeth. … Continue reading
Dental 911 … Kids and Cosmetic Dentistry
Sports-related injuries are common among children, and very often impact the teeth. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry approximately 80 percent of sports-related injuries chip or knock out one or more front teeth. Even outside of sports, kids … Continue reading
Tales of the Tooth Fairy … Lessons Learned
My daughter’s tooth finally fell out the other night after a few days of oh-gosh-tha’s-disgusting-loose drama. She went running into the bathroom yelling, “I’m sorry.” For what we wondered? She came out crying and told us she swallowed her tooth! … Continue reading
February is Pediatric Dentistry Month … Lessons Learned From a Mom
Do you remember the old Crest commercials … “Look Mom, No Cavities?” Well, I certainly do, but it wasn’t the news I heard at my eight-year old daughter’s last dental visit. Ouch, three cavities! Why you ask? The answer is … Continue reading