Your teeth are anchored directly in your jawbone. This fact makes the health, structure, and shape of your jawbone critical if you want to obtain optimal oral health. However, there are cases when your jawbone can suffer deterioration. This may be due to periodontal, or gum, disease, or it may simply be due to genetic predispositions. Regardless of why your... read more »

The enamel layer of your teeth is very hard and durable. This allows you to bite off and chew hard foods. Unfortunately, there are rare situations where an accidental fall or blow to the face can carry enough force to actually fracture the enamel layer on one or more teeth. This is even more likely if you grind your teeth... read more »

Your new dentures installed by Dr. Amit B. Patel effectively restore the function and appearance of multiple lost teeth. Including them as an important part of your daily oral hygiene routine will help insure that it will serve you for many years to come. Many denture wearers like to use denture adhesive to secure their dentures in place while also... read more »

If you would like extra protection against tooth decay and gum disease, consider adding rinsing with mouthwash to your daily oral hygiene routine. Mouthwash does not replace brushing and flossing your teeth, but it can complement the positive effects to your oral health. Mouthwash can do many things for your smile, including: - Freshen your breath - Help prevent tooth... read more »

Do you ever think about cleaning your smile more than twice a day? If so, we encourage you to do so! As you eat throughout the day, food particles cling to your smile and try to harm your teeth and gums. So, if possible, our Ashburn General Dentistry team encourages you to brush after lunch and floss as often as... read more »

Did you know that your baby is born with all 20 teeth already hidden under the gums? These primary teeth start emerging between six and twelve months, and typically by the time your child is three, all twenty will have erupted in the mouth. It is never too soon to establish a healthy foundation for your child’s oral health. The... read more »

It is many people’s dream to have a flawless smile. Dental veneers are now an extremely popular way to make that dream come true. Thousands of people have turned to their dentist in order to receive dental veneers. As you may already know, dental veneers are small, thin, tooth-colored shells that are bonded to the front of your teeth hiding... read more »

Gum disease is a serious, dangerous, and painful health condition that many people take lightly. This disease comes in different stages, and those stages include gingivitis and periodontitis. However, it is important to know that not all gingivitis cases advance to periodontitis. Gingivitis is the first stage of the disease, which develops when the plaque builds up on the surfaces... read more »

Are you one of the many Americans who are unhappy with their smile? Have you tried teeth whitening, either from your dentist or from home? If you have, you’re far from alone. In fact, teeth whitening is one of the most common procedures. While your dentist can help, do you ever wonder what you can do to keep your teeth... read more »

Did you know that there are many different tooth fairies and tooth traditions around the world? Well, it’s true, and they’re all very different from the traditions we have in the United States! In Argentina Argentinean children wait for a reward from a small mouse named Raton Perez once they lose a baby tooth. Right before they go to bed,... read more »