If your teeth are discolored, there are several ways to combat the effects, including over-the-counter and professional whitening systems. Some people may be surprised to find out that veneers in Rockville, Maryland are also a good solution. In cases of severe tooth discoloration which are generally caused by “intrinsic” staining (staining to the tooth structure itself), discoloration caused by [...]
For some, it is said, wisdom comes with age; for others, age comes by itself. Yet there's one thing almost everyone can count on when they reach adulthood: the arrival of the third molars, commonly known as "wisdom teeth". This set of teeth (generally four, but sometimes more or less) most often appears between the ages of 18 and [...]
A patient recently stated that they read on the internet that root canals cause cancer. Is there any validity to that? Unfortunately, sources that rank high on search engines do not always rank high on truth. So let's set the record straight: Root canal treatment does not cause cancer or any other disease. The fact is that root canal [...]
The population of millennials - people who are reaching adulthood in the early 21st century - will soon be greater than that of any other adult generation. But there's one thing that's not so great about this generation: their oral hygiene habits. A recent survey of 2,000 millennials found that 3 in 10 brush their teeth only once a [...]
Pretty pregnant woman holding a bowl of salad while standing in the kitchen Women who are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or nursing should heed the advice of their dentists when it comes to dental health. And virtually all dentists agree there are some general rule-of-thumb guidelines women of child-bearing age should follow. To make sure you're [...]
Emergency Dentist in North Bethesda Toothaches are no laughing matter. While some toothaches cause a dull, aching sensation that is manageable with a few over-the-counter pain killers, others have the potential to cause severe discomfort for prolonged periods of time. So, what do you do if you are suffering from a toothache? Here are some tips that will help you [...]
Some of our patients wonder if teeth whitening will cause tooth sensitivity. The teeth whitening system we use in North Bethesda doesn't cause sensitivity and we offer take home trays that provide additional whitening in the comfort of your own home!
Patients often come into our office and have questions for our dentist in Rockville, Maryland. Below are two questions along with our expert answers. Please check back often as we update with more questions and answers regularly from our Rockville dental office! Question: Is there a benefit in using electric toothbrush as opposed to manual? Rockville Dentist Answer: Yes! [...]
Are you interested in straightening your teeth? Invisalign in Rockville, MD might be the answer! Dr. Samia Nikkhah of Pike District Smiles explains why straight teeth not only look better, but are healthier too!
Your Rockville dentist discusses custom mouthguards in Rockville, MD. Teeth grinding and clenching while you snooze (known as sleep bruxism) can lead to a variety of symptoms, including jaw pain, tension, tooth damage and even insomnia. Looking for a way to manage the grinding so you can get a good night's rest? Well, there is one easy solution for [...]
