Invisalign Teen Myths and Facts At Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Virginia, we receive many questions about Invisalign Teen so we understand that there may be misconceptions about the treatment process. Invisalign Teen is quickly becoming the orthodontic treatment of choice for high school students preferring to avoid the metal of traditional braces. The many [...]
Facts About Cavities I have cavities. Does that mean my child will also have them? Teeth hardness and softness are genetic dispositions; some types of teeth are more prone to them than others. However, while discoloration and tooth strength are genetic, cavities are not. Sharing food and drink with your child can pass cavity bacteria [...]
When it comes to pediatric tooth decay, teens and adults aren't the only ones who need to be wary. More than 40% of children under the age of 12 develop cavities or some other form of dental complication. The best way to avoid pediatric tooth decay in children and teens is to start with a [...]
Gum disease is a progressive issue that affects the health of your teeth and the quality of your smile. Having poor oral health can also affect your physical health. Typically, adults are the ones who come into the dental office with gum issues, but children can be affected as well. The good news is that [...]
When it comes to pediatric dentists, sometimes getting children to attend an appointment is like pulling teeth. Close relatives who may’ve had negative dental experiences may pass on their fears to children; and maybe even initial bad experiences have created a negative connotation in kids' minds when it comes to dentistry. Gifted pediatric dentists [...]
Adult Orthodontic Treatment In the past, going to the orthodontist was seen as a rite of passage for older kids and teens. Now, it is common to see people well into adulthood walking in to the orthodontist office. Adult orthodontic treatment is the newest trend. This is because new technology has changed the process of [...]
Some of our orthodontic patients at Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Virginia have moderately to severely misaligned teeth. In these cases, orthodontists may recommend treatment with traditional metal braces rather than aligners. The great news is that “traditional” metal braces have come a long way over the years. They work faster, look better and are [...]
Invisalign for Adults If you had orthodontic treatment as a child but have experienced movement of your teeth as an adult, Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Virginia has a solution for you… Invisalign for adults! Even if you did not have braces as a child and would like straight teeth now, Invisalign is the clear [...]
Orthodontic Treatment at PDOVA At Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Virginia, our orthodontic specialists are treating increasing numbers of adult patients. Our patients are not only adults in their 20s to 40s; but also patients aged 50 and better! Some of our young-adult and middle-aged patients find a “Mommy and me” or “Daddy and me” [...]
Choose a Pediatric Dentist As a child, you probably went to the same dentist your parents did for checkups. Perhaps the dental team treated you as a small adult, not explaining much about what was going to happen and whether or not it would hurt. Maybe you had a parent who feared dental visits, and [...]
