Check Out The Shack’s Winter Wonderland Event!

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For many people, holiday preparations are already underway. Starting on Friday, November 25 and through most of December, visitors to The Shack On 8th can do their seasonal shopping in style as the center is decked out for its Winter Wonderland! During this special occasion, visitors can shop local and handmade goods for unique gift options, select their Christmas tree, and take in the sights as the space is decked out for the holiday season. The space is free for families to explore, and it can add an extra level of fun to shopping for gifts and decorations!

Is the end of the year too late for smile care? You still have time to book an appointment if you have dental benefits left and are due for a dental exam. At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, we can provide important services during your appointment. Between the care provided by your hygienist and the thorough review of your teeth, gums, and oral structures, we can make sure that your smile receives terrific care! (more…)

Using Clear Aligners Instead Of Metal Braces

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By beginning treatment for poorly spaced teeth, you can take on problems with the way you look that have left you doubting your smile. While many people have issues with malocclusion, treatment can have less appeal for some because they worry about the experience provided by metal braces. Fortunately, there is an alternative to this approach, one that uses appliances that are both harder to see and easy to remove on your own. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office provides care with Invisalign aligners, which gradually straighten teeth with a series of clear appliances. Each is carefully designed for your personal use, with your treatment ultimately delivering exciting cosmetic and oral health benefits! (more…)

When You Need Help With Nightly Teeth Grinding

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Why should you say something to your dentist about your tendency to grind and clench your teeth while you sleep? If you let the problem go without treatment of any kind, you will continue to put pressure on your joints and muscles, something that can lead to worrying problems with pain and stiffness that limits your jaw movement. You can also experience serious wear and tear on your enamel that results in problems with teeth being chipped and cracked. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office is prepared to help you protect your smile by providing a custom guard that can keep your teeth safely apart while you rest. (more…)

Using Orthodontic Aligners That Are Harder To See

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If you want orthodontic treatment, will you have to agree to a procedure that uses metal braces that are fixed in place on your teeth? Using these appliances can certainly help you make changes to your appearance, but they do so while standing out and requiring you to adjust to eating and cleaning your smile while wearing them. At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, we can provide a different option, one that lets you make corrections without attracting unwanted attention. With Invisalign aligners, you can resolve problems with the way you look while wearing appliances that are removable as well as hard to see! (more…)

How Preventive Dental Visits Protect Your Gums

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Your commitment to smile care is important because it helps you preserve your appearance as well as your overall health. If you want to see the full benefits of good oral health, you should make sure that your gums are cared for properly. Not taking care of these soft tissues can lead to problems later in life that can include tooth loss as well as complications that impact your general well-being. Fortunately, you are not the only one who can make sure that your periodontal tissues are healthy. At your regular dental exams, your Virginia Beach, VA dentist can look for any warning signs of poor gum health; if there are reasons for concern, we can recommend that you undergo an advanced periodontal cleaning to address them. (more…)

Visit The 7th Annual Coastal Virginia Auto Show!

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The Coastal Virginia Auto Show’s 7th annual event is taking place from Friday, November 18 through Sunday, November 20. For those three days, area families can enjoy the sights of the beach as well as an array of vintage, exotic, and otherwise remarkable vehicles. There will be both an indoor and outdoor show to check out, live entertainment, activities for kids, and more to look forward to!

A car will last longer and continue to look its best when it receives the right care from its owner. You may not think of yourself as the “owner” of your smile, but you are responsible for making sure it remains in good condition! At home, take care of your teeth and gums by consistently practicing a good hygiene routine. To further protect yourself, make sure that you regularly book dental exams and cleanings at our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office! (more…)

What Invisalign Does For Your Appearance

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Can you count on a discreet alternative to metal braces to make real changes to your smile? By selecting the right approach to orthodontic treatment, it is possible to make noteworthy improvements to your appearance while keeping care discreet. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office can actually offer discreet care in the form of Invisalign aligners. With these appliances, you can make corrections to teeth that overlap or are too far apart, which can lead to your smile being more symmetrical and attractive. For those who qualify, this service can lead to the health benefits of corrective work as well as the cosmetic improvements. We should note that in some cases, we are able to hide spacing problems in less time by providing other forms of cosmetic treatment. (more…)

Can Crowns Really Imitate Tooth Enamel?

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A crown provides protection by surrounding a tooth, covering its vulnerable structure to keep it safe from physical damage and infection. This kind of support is needed after some cavity treatments, as well as when dental injuries threaten your oral health. At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, we are prepared to offer custom crowns that provide long-term security and support. Of course, if you need work done on a tooth that is easier to see when you smile and speak, you can worry about more than just how much protection you receive. Fortunately, you can count on cosmetic benefits as well as functional ones from your care, as we can provide crowns that are made with materials that imitate healthy enamel! (more…)

Choosing To Correct Your Smile With Invisalign

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When you start to explore your treatment options for poorly spaced teeth, you can find that traditional metal braces that rely on brackets and wires are not the only solution available to you. There are alternative options, including options that are removable as well as hard to see! Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office is prepared to talk with you about Invisalign treatment. For many who have problems with the alignment of their smile, this is an effective means of making corrections. Over time, you can gradually guide teeth with the aid of appliances that are discreet and easy to fit into your daily life. Beyond just making changes to the way you look, this can lead to benefits for your oral health. (more…)

Stay Consistent With Smart Smile Care

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Past issues with dental decay, along with problems like excess tartar buildup and gum disease, can point to problems with your oral hygiene routine. Better smile care can have a big impact on your well-being in the long term. With a combination of regular dental checkups and consistent brushing and flossing at home, you will be able to control your risks for the kinds of issues that can impact your appearance and well-being. Our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office is prepared to help you sustain a healthy smile. We can offer guidance on maintaining better hygiene between visits, and we can offer important in-office care to both identify active problems and protect you against new threats. (more…)