Wisdom Teeth McLean VA Wisdom Teeth | Your third set of molars is likely to develop between the ages of 16 and 25. Although some patients are not bothered by them, wisdom teeth can cause significant discomfort. Due to our changes in diet and lifestyle, our jaws have been getting smaller, resulting in insufficient room [...]
Teeth Replacement McLean | Tooth loss can occur due to trauma, decay, or periodontal disease. Many times when a tooth isn’t replaced, it’s neighbors drift into the space, resulting in bite changes and possibly TMJ symptoms. Replacing a tooth soon after tooth loss is key to preventing these changes. Thankfully today we have multiple options [...]
Invisalign McLean Invisalign | Thinking about straightening your teeth? Straightening your teeth can help prolong the lifespan of your teeth by improving gum health and reducing chances of getting tooth decay. As a result of aligning your teeth, you’ll notice less food impaction and easier time getting your teeth cleaned. Oh, and they’ll look great [...]
Tooth Pain: Why Do I Have a Toothache? Tooth Pain | Toothaches are painful and uncomfortable. Some patients experience toothaches and ignore them. However, a toothache should be addressed right away. Toothaches are usually a sign of an underlying dental disease that should be treated as soon as possible. Below are 5 reasons you may [...]
Cosmetic Dentist McLean Cosmetic Dentist McLean | There are many reasons to smile. Research shows that smiling on purpose can put people at ease, make you feel joy, and even reduce anxiety. However, if you feel like you are holding your smile back because of misshapen, discolored, or misaligned teeth - talk to us about your [...]
Dr. Sadak was recently featured in an issue of The Pankey Institute, a publication of an Institute dedicated to advanced education in comprehensive dentistry. Congratulations Dr. Sadak!!
Dr. Ho recently teamed up with Dr. Jody Yarbro from Whitney, Texas to provide care for the needy in the areas around Chihuahua, Mexico. The Doctors met up in Dallas and then drove over 13 hours to Chihuahua, and from there spent the next four days traveling to four different locations to serve the people [...]
Dental X-rays are very safe! I still get this question from time to time, and the truth of the matter is dental x-rays are very safe. A typical check up set of four bitewings is about 0.005 mSv, which is less than the amount of background radiation from the environment that you would be exposed [...]
Electric toothbrushes really are better than manual ones I frequently get asked whether it is worth spending $50 or more on one of these fancy electric toothbrushes you see advertised on television and in print media. Well, the answer is "yes"! There is no question, it is worth it because you will do a better [...]
Most people don't floss The truth is, most of my patients don't floss in spite of the fact that we as dental health providers keep harping on the importance of flossing. It is no exaggeration that brushing alone will not adequately remove all the plaque that has built up on your teeth. This is because [...]
