Using Aligners To Close A Smile Gap

Until you do something about it, the gap between your teeth can act as a barrier between you and a truly confident smile. There are different solutions to this problem, but patients may hesitate to explore them because they worry they will need to depend on conspicuous metal braces. When you bring the matter up with your Virginia Beach, VA dentist, you can find that a set of Invisalign aligners can effectively close the gap in your smile. These appliances help people correct problems with their uneven teeth spacing without a conspicuous change in the way they look, and without the need to alter their habits. (more…)

How Do Crowns Keep Teeth Safe?

Are you really able to trust a dental crown to provide bite support and protect your tooth through the years? How can you be sure that the restoration you receive will be the right shape and size to remain secure and look natural? A crown is recommended in different scenarios when teeth need reliable support. One can be put in place over your tooth if you have a larger cavity, or if physical damage affects your tooth structure. At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, we can take care to provide a custom restoration that has the right look, offers the right fit, and continues to support your tooth even as you put pressure on it when you bite and chew food. (more…)

Bring Your Family To The Pirate Treasure Adventure Show!

Now through September 17, you can bring your family to Family Fun Xperience and enjoy the kind of adventure you normally only find on the high seas! The Pirate Treasure Adventure Show is taking place each Wednesday and Saturday. The program includes live entertainment, games, interactive challenges and trivia, and more. This can be a fun activity before the kids finish their summer breaks, and it can be a great excuse to explore the different entertainment offerings at Family Fun Xperience.

The end of summer can be more than just a final opportunity to engage in family fun. You can use this time to make sure that everyone in your household is current with their dental exams and cleanings! At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, we can provide important oral health updates for kids and adults. Whether you simply need a cleaning and exam or want to discuss more involved services, we are here to help. (more…)

Invisalign And Your Daily Habits

Your established daily routine can feel difficult to break, but you may assume that breaking it will be necessary if you want to do something about uneven teeth spacing. By assuming your only option for corrective work will require metal braces, you can overlook the positive impact that Invisalign can have on your smile, health, and daily activities! Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office can talk to you about the benefits of taking this approach to fix smile gaps and overlaps. One advantage is that you can make the appropriate changes to your appearance with appliances that have minimal impact on your activities. Your smile can maintain a natural look, and you can simply remove your appliances whenever you need to eat or clean your teeth! (more…)

Making Time For Dental Bonding Work

How much time should you set aside if you want to arrange cosmetic dental work? With the right procedure, you can see results in less time than you anticipate. For a patient who pursues tooth bonding and contouring treatment, improvements can fit into just a single appointment! Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office provides this service to help those who have specific dental flaws that make them unhappy with their appearance. The problems this approach can fix include issues with discoloration, dental damage, problems with poor teeth spacing, and more! We can also talk with you about other cosmetic services that can have meaningful benefits, including work with porcelain veneers to hide flaws. (more…)

Can Invisalign Treat My Cosmetic Problems?

If you have problems with your smile because you have teeth that overlap, or because there are conspicuous gaps between some of them, orthodontic treatment can help. While many people are uneasy about using metal braces to correct these flaws, it can be easier to commit to care when it is provided with Invisalign aligners. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office can talk with you about using these appliances to carefully and discreetly adjust your smile so that it is in the correct alignment. These clear aligners are capable of making welcome changes to the way you look, and they can also help you by making improvements to your bite function. (more…)

What Protection Do Dental Cleanings Provide?

Are you doing enough to protect your smile whenever you brush and floss your teeth? Any time you put in the work to preserve your oral hygiene, you should focus on reaching even those hard to access areas and being thorough enough to rid your smile of bacteria and food debris. That being said, you are not the only person who can help you take care of your smile! At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, you can count on preventive services to help you avoid troubles that require restorative work. During each routine visit that you attend, you can count on a professional dental cleaning to help you remain healthy. (more…)

Take Part In The Bubble Run Sept 3!

On Saturday, September 3, you can take part in a fun, invigorating, and unusually refreshing running event. The Bubble Run offers participants a 5k race with a sudsy twist, as the course is blasted with bubbles! You can enjoy a fun spin on a traditional race as passing through bubbles helps you feel like a kid again. This can be a great way to take part in fun family fitness, as well as a chance to shake things up for seasoned runners!

Cardiovascular health can certainly impact your overall well-being. What you might not realize is how important your oral health is when it comes to your general health, as controlling problems with cavities and gum disease will help you avoid trouble with the spread of bacteria that gather in the mouth. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office is happy to help you keep up with smile care during your general dental visits, and we can offer support any time you have issues with your smile or well-being. (more…)

Why Patients Find Invisalign Appealing

People interested in cosmetic dentistry can possess different goals when it comes to treatment. While one person can be eager to take on discoloration, another may have concerns about worn or damaged enamel that they hope to address. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office can help with these different matters. We can also help by offering support when you have concerns about the way your teeth are aligned. By providing you with Invisalign aligners, we can help you make your smile more symmetrical and take on concerns about conspicuous gaps and overlaps. (more…)

Using A Guard To Defend Against Bruxism

The tendency to grind and clench your teeth while you are asleep can result in problems each morning, as you can wake up with a sore jaw, sensitive teeth, and a general feeling of discomfort. Unfortunately, the problem can cause more than just a difficult start to your day. Over time, the friction generated from grinding and clenching can wear down your enamel and even cause it to chip and crack! When this happens, you can find yourself with serious problems that require treatment from your dentist. While our Virginia Beach, VA dental office can help once the problem becomes this severe, remember that we can also support you by preventing problems with bruxism from becoming serious. (more…)