Category Archives: Family Dentistry
Acne Treatments and Your Teeth??
Every dentist is familiar with tetracycline staining and the damaging effect it has on tooth color and the self-esteem of the patient. Some are under the belief that this phenomenon was something that affected baby boomer patients, and was no … Continue reading
The 411 on Halloween Candy
For parents worried about kids going overboard on candies, sugar and other sweets, Halloween is a dreaded annual event. All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are known to damage teeth! Did you know … Continue reading
A Lifetime of Healthy Teeth Starts with Mom and Dad
Tooth decay is known to affect kids more than any other disease. Tooth decay is more common than asthma in children. When left untreated tooth decay can inflict pain and infection leading to many other serious problems. Such problems can … Continue reading
Recess is Coming!
With daily care, your child’s teeth will grow in beautifully and normally. However at Loudoun Dental Smiles we know all too well that accidents happen. Here are three common emergencies and how to deal with them immediately My child’s tooth … Continue reading
Back to school, Back to Sports
As children head back to school, and organized sports, the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are reminding parents and coaches about the importance of proper and regular use of mouth guards to protect against … Continue reading
A New Backpack, Glue sticks, Folders, a Pair of Tennis Shoes and a Visit to the Dentist?
Yes, you read that right. The US Surgeon general reports show that over 51 million hours of school are lost every year from children missing school due to dental related illness! Here at Loudoun Dental smiles we know the importance … Continue reading
I’d Rather Have a Root Canal!
Endodontic Therapy for a Pain Free Smile. What if you have a major toothache with throbbing pain and not sure what is causing it? It could be an abscessed tooth. “What is an abscessed tooth?” Well, it is an infected … Continue reading
Top 10 Dental Myths
#10: If I have a toothache, placing an aspirin next to my tooth will help ease the pain. Here’s the Truth: This is, perhaps, the oldest of dental myths. Aspirin is a great painkiller and anti-inflammatory drug, but works only … Continue reading
Why are Straight Teeth Healthier Teeth?
It is common during a Dental examination to overhear conversation about healthy teeth, and most people are surprised to find out that straight teeth are healthier than crooked teeth. How is that so? Here are 10 reasons that your Dentist may … Continue reading
The Age of Elegance
The Ms. Senior America Pageant is the world’s first and foremost pageant to emphasize and give honor to women who have reached the “Age of Elegance.” It is a search for the gracious lady who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity … Continue reading