To Our Valued Sporting Smiles Families,
Those of you that have been with us for a while may have noticed some of the changes in our office this year, and YES we are so proud, our team has grown! With the addition of two amazing dentists, we found it appropriate to re-introduce ourselves and touch base on what many of you ...
Back-to-school season is nearly here! Now more than ever is a good time to review your family’s oral hygiene practices to ensure you are doing everything you can to keep your children’s teeth and gums healthy. As the summer comes to an end and families resume their busy school and sports schedules, we often find ourselves faced with a slew ...
A lot of folks ask us what toothpaste we recommend.
Our answer? Any fluoride toothpaste that will help you maintain a good oral health routine!
We know you have a million and one choices facing you in the toothpaste aisle, and it can be hard to figure out what’s best for you.
Most people, however, can use any toothpaste that has the ADA ...
Most people have heard of the word “plaque,” and know it’s not something you want on your teeth. Yet, they don’t know what exactly plaque is or how it contributes to dental decay.
Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that lives on the surface of your teeth and along the gumline. It accumulates from normal daily activities such as ...
We love our patients, so we’d be more than happy to see you every day! Alas, we realize that’s not really possible, so here are some more realistic guidelines for making appointments. In general, it all depends on your oral health status and your health history. For most patients, the optimal frequency to visit the dentist is twice a year. ...
According to the National Institutes of Health, the most prevalent health condition after the common cold is tooth decay.
It’s more than likely that if you haven’t already had a cavity, you will develop at least one in your lifetime.
So, how do you know if you have a cavity? Well, depending on the severity of your tooth decay, you may experience ...
It's OK to have a piece of candy or chocolate treat, as long as kids brush their teeth regularly. When eating candy, you're giving the bacteria in your mouth a huge treat by eating sugar, which the bugs use to produce acid and make decay.
How to prevent ghoulish teeth on Halloween:
DRINK WATER, by drinking water it will wash away the ...
Periodic Check-Ups – Summer can still be a hectic schedule, but can still take the time to schedule an appointment for your kids at Sporting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Family Orthodontics. Children and adults should see their dentist at least twice a year for check-ups. An exam and cleaning at the dentist’s office will ensure a healthy smile. Don’t forget ...
Pediatric dentistry is needed. As a parent, your time, money, and attention will always be diverted where the bulk of it will be going to your children – not to fancy clothes, gadgets, or expensive international trips.
One of the bigger factors that you need to consider as a parent is the fact that ...
Dental care for children, we have a predisposition to do the things that give us pleasure. Whether it is playing with friends a the park, playing videogames, or simply eating your favorite candy bar as a snack, children want to do something they consider as fun – and as a complete opposite, they ...
Finding a pediatric dentist in Manassas or in any other town in America can sometimes be a little tricky. It is tricky in the sense that there are so many dentists out there, ranging from orthodontists, emergency dentists, and pediatric dentists too. Pediatric dentists in America number in the thousands, and you will ...
Parents all over the world will agree that the greatest gift that one can ever get in their lives is their children. As a parent, you need to take care of everything from food, shelter, clothing, medicine, education, and even transportation.
And, when it comes to dental health, it is the obligation of parents ...