Just as there is more than one way to skin a cat, there is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of a set of healthy teeth, you may never need any of the procedures described in this post. But most of us in Reston will. Veneers Porcelain…
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Keeping Dental Patients Comfortable: Sedation Dentistry in Reston
Nearly three of every four adult Americans have anxiety about going to the dentist. The idea of drills and sharp objects in your mouth can be a little scary. At expression dental care in Reston, we understand this, which is why we offer sedation dentistry. The comfort of our patients is our number one goal.…
Stress? Some Tips from Your TMJ Dentist in Reston VA
We’ve all heard the warnings: stress has a harmful effect on our health. Doctors remind us to protect ourselves by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep. Your Reston, VA TMJ dentist reminds you to take stress seriously.. Stress that is not sensibly managed can impact the heart, nervous system, immune system, and digestive…
A Facelift For Your Teeth?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Today’s article focuses on an effective and versatile cosmetic dental procedure—porcelain veneers. Veneers are individual covers for the front part of teeth. They are an outstanding way to fix a myriad of tooth imperfections such as chips, stains, yellowing, unattractive shape or minimal misalignment. Have you ever looked for a minimally-invasive facelift for a tooth…
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can influence the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid…
Expressions Dental Care Works To Earn Your Trust
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello! I’m Dr. John Han, DMD, of Expressions Dental Care in Reston. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 2015. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects of dentistry,…
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
Categories: Oral Health
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Expressions Dental Care post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Reston teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At Expressions Dental Care, we see tooth decay and gum disease far too often in…
The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A smile transformation is transformative for a man or woman who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive—though it most certainly will do that. It can improve your life in ways that many men and women do not understand. How can a smile makeover…
Don’t Like Your Teeth? 5 Great Reasons To Get A Smile Makeover!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello Reston! When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? If the answer is, ‘Not really,’ then you may want to consider these 5 reasons for people in Reston to make some small improvements or undergo a complete smile re-design. 5. A little goes a long way. Some of the most…
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! This substance, found on the outer surface of your teeth, truly should last a lifetime. But just because it’s super substantial doesn’t mean you don’t have to work to take care of it. Here are some helpful tips for keeping enamel…
