Northern Virginia Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery Blog

Dental sedation is commonly used to ease patients’ anxiety and discomfort during procedures. Despite its benefits, several myths persist, causing unnecessary hesitation or fear. Here are three common myths surrounding dental sedation.

Full mouth restorations are an excellent way of repairing seriously damaged teeth, restoring you to perfect oral health no matter the current condition of your smile. By combining various restorative treatments dentists and other specialists are capable of making stunning changes to how your teeth look and feel in a variety of ways.

As you may have gathered from that description, full mouth restoration isn’t actually a unique treatment in itself. Instead, it’s a combination of several procedures, each with its own merits. Here are a few examples of treatments that may be included in this process.

Full mouth reconstructions can commonly involve more extensive procedures, like bone grafting, tooth extractions, soft tissue augmentation, and more. The goal of the service is to create a comprehensive, customized treatment plan to restore the health of your smile as well as its function, and in some cases, that can require surgery. To learn more about what you can expect as you recover from your full mouth reconstruction, read below.

Life is expensive. Even if you’re only paying about $20 every month for dental insurance, that cost adds up quickly. You might be starting to wonder whether your dental insurance is worth the pricetag. Cutting it out of your budget could save you some coffee money, which is a tempting idea.

Don’t do anything yet! If it seems like your dental insurance premium isn’t giving you anything in return, it could be because you’re not taking full advantage of your benefits. Keep reading to learn how to make your dental insurance work for you.

For many people, insurance is the key to getting the treatments they need without breaking the bank. To that end, you likely have medical insurance as well as dental insurance. These two types of insurance may seem similar on the surface, but what makes them different from one another? And which one will help cover your oral surgery? Here’s what you need to know to get the most out of your benefits.

Dental insurance is an investment in affordable dentistry. You can benefit from reduced rates for the services you need to keep your mouth healthy. With your oral health and general wellness connected, healthy teeth and gums are important. However, less than 3% of people meet or exceed their annual limits. Let’s face it, dental insurance can be confusing. You don’t have to throw money down the drain. Here’s what you need to know to maximize your coverage.

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Buying dental insurance is one of the best things you can do if you care about maintaining a healthy and bright smile—and if you’ve just gained access to these benefits, you’re probably quite eager to use them! However, when it comes to dental insurance, one thing you should always keep in mind concerns waiting periods, as these can influence some of the choices you make when it comes to receiving care. Continue reading to learn more!

Wisdom teeth are a curious thing. You don’t really need them to chew their food effectively, and they usually cause more problems than they solve. So why do you still have wisdom teeth in the first place? Well, the answer is complicated and goes back thousands of years.

If you’re ready to embark on a journey through the history of wisdom tooth evolution, continue reading!

Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that generally erupt between the ages of 17-25, but they can make their appearance at any time during adulthood. They once served an important purpose, allowing humans to chew tough foods. However, they aren’t really necessary anymore. Human jaws have narrowed over time, which means there’s less room for them to come in properly. This can lead to overcrowding, infections, and pain. If your wisdom teeth are giving you grief, here’s what might be behind your pain and what can be done to give you relief. 

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From Thanksgiving to Christmas to New Year’s Eve, there are plenty of fun and exciting things to enjoy during the holiday season. However, if you have oral surgery coming up, or you’ve just undergone treatment, it’s important to know what to do to ensure proper recovery while making the most of the festivities. Keep reading to learn several important tips to help you heal during the holidays.