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Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
posted: Nov. 24, 2019.
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source Read more -
How a Root Canal Can Help Your Smile
posted: Nov. 15, 2019.
Whether it's in online forums or around the office water cooler, outdated information about root canals continues to make the rounds, and dentists like Dr. Moutaz Abdeen of Alexandria Smiles Read more -
Wearing a Retainer Will Protect Your New Smile After Braces
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.
After living with braces for a couple of years, the “big reveal” finally happens and you see your new smile for the first time. But then you’re told you Read more -
Clean Your Implants Just Like Your Other Teeth
posted: Nov. 04, 2019.
You feel great about your new smile, thanks to dental implants! And you may also be feeling relief as the problems with your former teeth fade into the past. But Read more -
Here's What to Expect Before, During and After Implant Surgery
posted: Oct. 25, 2019.
When you hear the word “surgery,” your first thought might be of a high-charged operating room with a surgeon operating intently as a nurse mops sweat from their brow. Read more -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Read more -
That Scalded Feeling Isn't in Your Head - It Could Be Burning Mouth Syndrome
posted: Oct. 05, 2019.
Most of us have encountered something hot that’s burned or scalded the inside of our mouth—not a pleasant feeling. But what if you have a similar burning sensation without Read more -
Your Quest for a Dental Implant Might Be Interrupted by Bone Loss
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
Years ago, disease or trauma robbed you of one of your teeth. At the time you might have opted for an affordable solution, like a partial denture. But now Read more -
Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
posted: Sep. 15, 2019.
Braces are a common experience among teens and pre-teens. And although the treatment can be a major financial undertaking, more and more families pursue it to help their child Read more -
Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.
When you’re among the top players in your field, you need every advantage to help you stay competitive: Not just the best equipment, but anything else that relieves pain Read more -
Make Sure Your Kids' Teeth Are Ready for School
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.
With summer winding down, parents are turning their attention to their kids' upcoming school year. August is often a busy time for families rushing to buy school supplies and Read more -
If Appropriate, Antibiotics before Implant Surgery Could Reduce Infection Risk
posted: Aug. 16, 2019.
Millions of microorganisms call your mouth home—and while most are friendly, some are not. An invasive procedure like implant surgery can disrupt the mouth's soft tissues and allow disease-causing Read more -
Oral Hygiene Might Be on the Decline With the Newest Adult Generation
posted: Aug. 06, 2019.
The Millennials, those born around the turn of the Millennium in 2000, are entering adulthood. Like any generation, they have their collective promise—and problems. An example of the latter Read more -
Rebuild Your Smile with Dental Implants
posted: Jul. 31, 2019.
Dealing with tooth loss in Alexandria, VA? Dental implants could restore your smile. Tooth loss isn’t as uncommon as you might. In fact, millions of American adults are missing one Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Jul. 27, 2019.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read more -
You can Get Relief from Facial Pain
posted: Jul. 17, 2019.
Each year doctors treat about 150,000 new cases of severe facial pain. If you're one of those people, you don't have to suffer—there are ways to gain relief from Read more