Perfectly Imperfect…
It used to be the only sought-after veneers — fingernail-thin cosmetic moldings that cover the fronts of teeth — were big, gleaming, flawlessly lined-up white squares. Nicknamed Chiclets, they have become near-ubiquitous in Hollywood. But these days, there’s a growing demand for painstakingly customized, natural-looking veneers created by professional dental ceramists, offering a balance of [...]
New Research Links Gum Disease and Fertility Complications in Women
There are so many reasons your oral health shouldn’t be taken for granted. To Presidential Dental Group, dentistry in Washington DC isn’t just about keeping your mouth healthy and beautiful. The human body is a wondrous thing, and research has already linked many health concerns such as heart attack and certain cancers to gum disease. [...]
Coming to the dentist is about more than cavities!
DENTAL cavities are not good news, but when it comes to preventive oral health, they may be among the smaller problems. The advice is familiar: brush and floss regularly, use fluoride mouthwash, limit snacks and sweet drinks, visit the dentist twice a year. Good suggestions, even if not everyone follows them: by age 12, 50 [...]
Can Cavities Be Contagious?
Everyone knows you can catch a cold or the flu. But can you catch a cavity? Researchers have found that not only is it possible, but it occurs all the time. While candy and sugar get all the blame, cavities are caused primarily by bacteria that cling to teeth and feast on particles of food [...]
Back to School Dental Check-ups!
Are your kids ready to head back to school? Something parents don’t want to forget amidst the back to school shopping is getting their regular cleaning and dental care. Washington DC residents like you getting a regular dental check-up and cleaning for your children will help prevent oral problems throughout the school year. During the [...]
