Virginia Beach Dental Blog
Overcoming Dental Anxiety with Sedation Dentistry
Unfortunately, not all of us enjoy going to the dentist. Sure, we love leaving the office with squeaky clean pearls and the peace of mind that comes with good dental health. But – not so shockingly – nearly seventy-five percent of all adults have some level of fear...
When your “bad teeth” need to be removed
Sometimes our teeth are cleaned and perfected, but other times, teeth must go. Caring for our pearly whites is an actual job that if not taken seriously, can result in decayed, cracked or “dead teeth.” When this occurs, your specialist will do whatever it takes to try...
Debunking Those Teeth Whitening Myths
Coffee, wine, sushi - these are the fruits of life. For some people, a morning cup of Joe is a necessity. For others, a glass of wine is a reward for a hardworking day. Some people like to smother their dragon rolls with soy sauce. What do all these people have in...
5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Smile
Don’t Pass up on Routine Teeth Cleanings Teeth cleanings are one of the easiest ways for you to keep up with your dental health. Not only because appointments are twice a year, but because you literally have dental professionals cleaning your mouth for you. It’s...
Dental Bridges: Build A Bridge and Get Over Your Fear of Smiling
Being weary of smiling is a disappointing feeling. You might find yourself thinking twice before smiling at a stranger, or unleashing a full-bellied laugh at a friend's joke. A smile is an expression of joy and happiness, and...
Uncovering the Truth About Dental X-Rays
We all know what an X-Ray is, but do we really? We know that X-Rays are used in the dental and medical fields to help doctors and dentists see any problems that wouldn’t be noticed by the naked eye, but what’s really going on when we turn on that machine? Is it...
Wisdom Teeth Removal: Is It Really That Necessary?
It’s crossed all of our minds at one point or another, the dreaded wisdom teeth removal. The good news is that with recent medical advancements, getting your wisdom teeth removed is a much easier and less painful experience than it was a few decades ago. And the even...
Stress and Oral Care: How to Prevent Your Teeth From Grinding
The unfortunate truth is that nowadays Americans are almost more stressed than ever. With the constant development of things like cell phones, cars, planes, and computers, we are living our lives more and more fast-paced each and every day. Americans are so stressed...
Demystifying the Root Canal
So many of us know the feeling. You’re going about your business, biting into a triple-decker sandwich or perhaps blissfully savoring some soft-serve ice cream as it melts in your mouth, when suddenly you feel it. A killer toothache. For days you wrestle with the pain...
Everything You Need To Know About Dental Crowns and Bridges
Nobody ever anticipates the day their teeth are going to get damaged or fall out, yet these issues still occur on a regular basis. Tooth loss has become such a common problem for people, that it has reached the point where nearly everybody will lose at least one adult...