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The Bliss Of Cerec Technology In The Dental World

By Smiles of Virginia Family | June 20, 2019

It is evident from the very title of this article that the technology being talked about here has indeed revolutionized dental procedures. The revolution manifested itself in the form of time. Dental procedures like crowns, inlays, and veneers today, do not require multiple dental visits or about a month! The popular abbreviation CEREC stands either for Chair-side Economical Restorations of

What Makes Dental Implants So Expensive?

By Smiles of Virginia Family | May 24, 2019

Have you been looking at the prices for dental implants, and found that dental implants are expensive? If you have been asking why does dental implants cost so much, the reasons are: Dental Implant is a cosmetic and complex process You pay for the skills of the dentist Implant posts and dental crowns add to the cost Additional procedures if required

10 Frequently Asked Questions About Veneers In 2019

By Smiles of Virginia Family | April 29, 2019

VENEERS IN BRIEF Veneers are wafer-like thin dental restorations, usually made of porcelain, which are attached to the front portion of your tooth to give it a fresh and natural look. To place veneers, only a thin portion of the tooth enamel is removed and this wafer-thin material is then attached to the site. Today, with the increasing popularity of

Oral Cancer Awareness Should Reach Far & Wide

By Smiles of Virginia Family | March 26, 2019

Ways to spread this awareness The term ‘oral cancer’ is quite an acquaintance for people of all ages. The reason is the statutory warnings that are nowadays mandatorily visible in all tobacco product packages. Oral cancer awareness is no longer a day’s campaign now (spreading awareness via different media on World Cancer Day). It is listed as a priority for

Announcing Our New Cone Beam (Cbct) Scanner

By Smiles of Virginia Family | August 7, 2017

Why we decided to invest in a CBCT scanner CBCT scanners used to only be found in oral surgery offices and radiology clinics. But since we believe in only offering the very finest care we felt like this was a necessary step to complement our full range of dental services. Our patients love and benefit from us offering all procedures

Dental Implant Cost – A Breakdown And Explanation

By Smiles of Virginia Family | July 16, 2017

One of the things that we are asked most about in the office is dental implant cost… …and why treatment with dental implants seems to be more expensive than treatment without implants. In this blog post, we are going to discuss the answer to that question. WHY ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS EXPENSIVE? Treatment with dental implants can seem expensive — and

Questions About Tooth Eruption

By Smiles of Virginia Family | February 22, 2017

When does the first adult tooth normally erupt? Normally, at around age 6, the lower central incisors are the first teeth to start erupting. WHEN DO BABY TEETH (PRIMARY TEETH) ERUPT?

Arestin

By Smiles of Virginia Family | February 9, 2017

How Does Arestin Help with the Treatment of Gum Disease? In the past we used to treat moderate to severe gum disease by also including an antibiotic prescription for the patient to take during their gum tissue treatment. Using the antibiotics systemically (ingesting it as a pill) was effective but it took time for the antibiotics to reach the gums

Bone Grafting Questions Answered

By Smiles of Virginia Family | February 9, 2017

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT BONE GRAFTING Question: Why is it important to preserve bone and surrounding gum tissue? Answer: If you lose bone and gum tissue following your tooth extraction this often will result in both functional and cosmetic defects. Loss of this tissue often gives you a less than ideal and collapsed appearance, especially if it involves front teeth.

Common Questions About Botox

By Smiles of Virginia Family | February 9, 2017

Botox Questions and Answers Question: How long does Botox last for? Answer: Botox usually lasts 4-6 months after initial treatment. But if we are treating jaw pain associated with grinding and clenching, over time you will see the effect for a more extended period of time due to muscle atrophy. Question: What should I expect during treatment? Answer: Treatment with