When you are missing one or two teeth, dental implants can be used alone to support a tooth crown. When you are missing several teeth in a row, implants placed one at a time do not make as much sense. In instances where several teeth are missing, one of our Alexandria implant dentists may recommend […]
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Dental phobias are a serious issue for thousands of people throughout Northern Virginia. Dental phobias may be caused by previous bad experiences. They can also stem from a fear of needles, a general fear of the dentist, or a fear of any medical procedure. Regardless of their cause, dental phobias can result in severe anxiety,
The experienced dentists at Fairfax area Galleria Dental Aesthetics focus on providing general dentistry services to people of all ages. Your teeth and gums will have different needs throughout the various stages of your life and it is important to choose a dentist who is experienced in dealing with the unique needs of each age
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It is unfortunate that bad dental work affects thousands of men and women throughout Northern Virginia. This includes dental work that is unsightly as well as dentistry that fails to provide its intended function. When you are suffering from bad dental work, the McLean dentists at Galleria Dental Aesthetics use their years of experience and
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Your daily at-home oral hygiene routine and twice yearly visits to Galleria Dental Aesthetics in Alexandria are not the only factors in preventative dentistry. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, environmental factors play a large role in determining the health of your teeth. Environmental Factors that Impact Oral Health There is substantial research
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Smile makeovers are appropriate anytime a patient has multiple cosmetic dental needs. Also known as full mouth restorations, smile makeovers may even be necessary after orthodontic treatment. Whether you need a smile makeover depends on your unique needs. After completing orthodontics treatment, you may find several cosmetic flaws remain, which may include: Stained, discolored teeth
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You are most likely a candidate for sedation dentistry if you are in good health and any of the following apply to you: Past traumatic dental experience. Fear or anxiety associated with the dental office. Back, neck or shoulder soreness from sitting in the dental chair. Inadequate response to numbing agents, like topical or local
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Generally, an in-office teeth whitening is a standalone cosmetic dentistry procedure. The treatment takes about 45 minutes. The treatment requires special equipment and dedicated time to complete. If you are scheduled to have some dental work completed, and are wondering about the best time to receive teeth whitening, you should receive teeth whitening before receiving
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Receiving teeth whitening from our dentists ensures high-quality results are achieved in the least amount of time. At Galleria Dental Aesthetics, our cosmetic dentists use the ZOOM! whitening system, which brightens teeth several shades lighter in less than an hour. With over-the-counter teeth whitening kits, these same results may take years to achieve, or may
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There are a few different ways you can brighten the shade of your teeth. Your teeth whitening options include: A professional teeth whitening treatment completed by a dentist utilizing a higher concentration whitening agent that also contains a buffering agent to relieve any sensitivity. A take-home teeth whitening kit provided by a dentist that contains
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