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Dental Reconstruction by a Prosthodontist Due to Trauma

Trauma to the head, whether it’s from a sports related injury, an automobile accident, or any unexpected event (such a fight or fall), may lead to a loss of tooth structure, several teeth, or even the underlying foundation of bone. Dental reconstruction of these cases proves to be the most difficult. Great care, by […]

TMJ; What can happen when you lose your teeth? Part 2

In additional to a change in facial dimensional proportion and shape, the loss of one or multiple teeth can cause jaw joint dysfunction (TMJ disorders). The musculature, ligaments, and cartilage around your left and right TMJ’s work in tandem to create a harmonious gliding and sliding motion. However, when your bite is skewed due to […]

Tooth Loss: What can happen if you lose your teeth? Part 1

When your tooth is lost due to decay, gum disease, or other reasons, the adjacent teeth can start to migrate into that space. Furthermore the opposing teeth can drift into that space also. Soon enough, your teeth become miss-aligned and you have biting issues, leading to headaches or worse. When multiple back teeth are lost […]

Dental Crowns : Why Does My New One Not Match the Old?

Imagine re-painting just ONE wall in a room. A different batch of paint with the same color will still create discrepancy. Similarly, dental crowns that are fabricated at different times may not look identical. This may be due to different batches of restorative materials being used, or a different type of restorative material altogether. In […]

Do I have Occlusal Disease?

When patients think of “diseases” of the mouth, they generally think of decay, or gum disease. Rarely, do they think of occlusal disease. Just what is this condition? In short, it is a mal-alignment of your upper and lower jaw. Your front teeth are meant for incising, or cutting; while your back teeth are meant for […]

When Should You See A Prosthodontist?

A Family dentist, or other dental specialists can be useful options for some general dental issues. However, there is another type of dental specialist that is a better option for missing teeth, a prosthodontist. This specialist is the right option for these complex issues. : Dental implants to replace one or more missing teeth : […]

Prosthodontists and How They can Help Your Smile

We are asked very often about the difference between dentists and prosthodontists, and when someone should see a dental specialist. One common question is: “My general dentist says he does prosthetic dentistry, so why should I see a specialist such as a prosthodontist?” One of the key differences between general dentists and prosthodontists is that […]

Another smiling and satisfied patient

Admiral Zukunft, due to his very demanding work schedule, needed to be seen quickly by us. The Admiral also needed to be able to speak and eat normally. With this in mind we were able to complete his case in two weeks. As you can see he couldn’t be happier with his new smile. His […]

Invisalign Coupon Offer

Click over to our Promotions page to learn about our new Invisalign Offer – a “Free Invisalign Virtual Simulation and Bleaching After Completion” good until December 31, 2018. Give the gift of a beautiful smile – call us today at 703-532-7586 to schedule your appointment. Mention coupon code “BRACES2016” https://novapremierdental.com/promotions/

Do Your Gums Bleed Easily?

Have you ever wondered why your gums bleed so easily? Could it be a sign of diabetes, among other health issues? The answer is yes. Diabetes and gum diseases (periodontal disease) go hand in hand, each making the other worse. In fact, 1 out of every 5 teeth lost is due to diabetes! Blood glucose […]