Straight Teeth More Than Just Cosmetics
This 3 minute video is extremely informative on the benefits of straight teeth- it’s far more than just for cosmetics. We would love to give you more information about Invisalign and provide you with a complimentary Invisalign consultation. Please call Paige, 703-548-8584, to schedule your consultation today.
Affordable Payment Plans now available!
We have partnered with Chase Health Care Advance to offer you affordable fiancing options for the treatment you need. This program offers: *No down payments *Payment plans to fit your budget *Generous credit lines that can be used for many dental and medical services *No pre-payment penalties Feel free to call Paige for more details [...]
Happy Thanksgiving
It is hard to believe it is the day before Thanksgiving, where has the year gone? I just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know how thankful I am to have each of you as a patient and friend. I am very lucky to have a career that I truly love; coming to [...]
Hero Miles and how you can help!
We are proud to share the following video clip of our patient Pride Winkenwerder discussing the program she set up called “Hero Miles”. Pride has worked tirelessly on this project that benefits service members families. “Hero Miles” provides an avenue for people to donate frequent flier miles so that service members may have family present [...]
Office Renovations!
We have been busy during the month of August updating the waiting and reception area. We are very excited with the new look and we can’t wait for you to come in and see it on your next visit. Here are just a few “work in progress” photos, become our fan on Facebook to watch [...]
Stressful economy causes a rise in Clenching and Grinding Cases
Clenching and Grinding, also know as Bruxism, is on the rise as the economy causes more stress. People who grind and clench their teeth, called bruxers, unintentionally bite down too hard, especially when they sleep. Recent research by the Chicago Dental Society has shown an increase of almost 25% of dentists surveyed seeing an increase in [...]
Dental Xrays and Thyroid Cancer- Some Answers
I found this article on CNN.com recently and wanted to share it with everyone. There has been much chatter recently about the effects of dental xrays on the thyroid. As you will read, dental xrays use very little radiation, and digital xrays use even less radiation. We would love to answer any questions you may [...]
Vitamin C Speeds Recovery from Oral Surgery
Many patients ask us why we recommend vitamin C before many procedures. We found this article from the Academy of General Dentistry to be very informative. As always, if you have further questions, please feel free to ask us. Getting plenty of vitamin C is one way oral surgery patients can ensure timely recovery. Patients who neglect [...]
More Dentists Taking Pains to Win Back Fearful Patients
Reprinted from The Wall Street Journal 2/24/11 Nearly one-quarter of all Americans avoid dentists because they’re afraid, according to American Dental Association surveys. And the fear comes in many forms. In an attempt to win back fearful patients, dentists like Dr. Eda Ellis in New York offer spa-like services. WSJ’s health columnist Melinda Beck reports. [...]
What’s In a Smile?
Smiling is a universal phenomenon, and here are some facts that may make you smile: 1. Anthropologists postulate that smiling originated as a way to convey that there was no danger. Perhaps that carries into modern life; most people smile when meeting someone new. 2. Primates smile to disarm aggressors and ease social interactions 3. [...]
