Have you been thinking that what you need isn’t just a quick freshening up of your smile with a cosmetic treatment? Instead, what you really need is a smile makeover? If the answer is a big, “Yes!” but you haven’t come to see our Virginia Beach, VA team to talk about it just yet, this is possibly the case because though you want a makeover, you cannot come up with any compelling-enough reasons to follow through with it. We get it! We also know that addressing serious esthetic issues with your smile can lead to great things in your life, which is why we’d like to share some reasons you may wish to consider!
2019 Men’s Health Expo
Men’s health! It’s something that deserves just as much attention as any other type of healthcare but it is sometimes overlooked or not talked about quite as much as it should be. Fortunately, there’s an upcoming 2019 Men’s Health Expo that’s ready to offer some serious insight in our Virginia Beach, VA community! Brought to you by Men’s Health Virginia, this may be one informative event you don’t want to miss.
Overlooked Benefits of Preventive Care
Sometimes our satisfied dental patients in Virginia Beach, VA come in because “It’s what they’ve always done.” If you have formed the excellent habit of maintaining a twice-yearly schedule of dental checkups and cleanings, you should pat yourself on the back. Not only are we able to keep current with any whole-body issues and the state of your oral health, but you reap the benefits of a strong preventive care routine. When we are able to catch issues early, and work as your smile partner, everyone benefits. (more…)
Tooth Loss Notes for Grown Ups
After a certain age, losing a tooth isn’t a natural event, resultlng in a visit from the tooth fairy. In adulthood, a lost tooth (or several teeth) means a timely visit to a dental office, to discuss options. If you have been aware of weakening gums or periodontal disease, you may already have a plan in mind. But if the tooth is loose due to trauma, you should call your Virginia Beach, VA dentist for an emergency appointment as soon as possible. (more…)
Why Did I Get a Cavity?
No one looks forward to hearing those seven little words at their dental exams and cleanings in Virginia Beach, VA: “It looks like you have a cavity.” We don’t like having to deliver that news any more than you like hearing it, whether you are sitting in the chair, or accompanying a child or family member at an appointment. However, the good news is, diagnosing a cavity is the first step towards restoring the tooth to health. In the meantime, knowing more about cavity formation can help your checkups come with the best news possible. (more…)
TMJ Ideas You Should Definitely Ignore
Yes, when you end up dealing with TMJ disorder issues, you may find yourself thinking that you should try to be more proactive. There’s probably something you could do to make things better on your own in terms of little lifestyle shifts! Of course, this is nearly always true when you’re dealing with a functional concern. However, it’s all about making sure the changes you’re putting into place are beneficial, rather than detrimental! Today, consider some ideas that are common to consider that our Virginia Beach, VA team strongly advises against. You’ll quickly begin to see the better way of approaching TMJ protection and improvement.
Green Places: Via The Nature Bus
Want to check out some beautiful gardens, get lost in the beauty of our natural landscape, and take in as many blooms as you possibly can? Well then! You may want to hop on The Nature Bus in our Virginia Beach, VA community for this upcoming Green Places event!
Morning Sickness: Your Virginia Beach Dentist Offers Support!
You may not remember a time in which you felt congratulations and sympathy were in order quite so much as this very moment! You’re extremely excited to be an expectant mother but you’re also dealing with morning sickness that is making it very uncomfortable to get through your daily life and even more difficult to feel you’re taking care of your oral health. While your main goal is finding a way to feel better, you’d also really love to know what to do about protecting your smile! Of course, your Virginia Beach dentist has all the suggestions you need. (Remember, we would also love to see you at our Virginia Beach, VA practice to help guide your smile during this special time!).
Smile Makeover: What’s It Mean To You?
If you think there’s one particular definition of receiving a smile makeover from our Virginia Beach, VA practice, then think again! Just like any other dental care you receive from our team, it’s going to come completely personalized, customized, and tailored to your needs and preferences! However, if you know that you want your smile to look much better but you have never really thought the details of a makeover through (or what they might mean to you), allow us to offer up some suggestions for getting started!
Gingivitis: What Aren’t You Realizing Just Yet?
How much do you think you really know about gingivitis, our Virginia Beach, VA team wonders? Would you say that you know it’s bad for your oral health and that it has something to do with your gums? Are you aware that if you don’t floss, then it will probably happen to you? Is this about the full extent of your gum disease knowledge? If so, then we recognize that you may have some understanding of the basics of the cause-and-effect relationship between smile care and gum problems but not enough! Learn more from your Virginia Beach dentist, so you feel completely prepared (and proud) to practice excellent prevention!
