Missing teeth affect more than just your smile; they can impact how you speak, how you chew, and how your mouth closes. You can also experience your remaining teeth moving as they take advantage of the extra space to “spread out,” which can then cause those teeth to become loose. If you are ready to …
Temporomandibular disorder, or TMJ/TMD, is a painful disorder of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) that connects the jaw to the skull. The TMJ itself is one of the most complicated joints in the human body, moving backwards and forwards, sideways, and up-and-down. Because of this complicated movement, it’s possible for the joint to become out of …
If you want to correct multiple small aesthetic smile imperfections simultaneously, porcelain veneers might be right for you. While not everyone is a viable candidate, you may benefit from porcelain veneers if the aesthetic problems you wish to correct include: Slightly crooked teeth, cracked teeth or pitted teeth Teeth that don’t respond well to teeth-whitening …
If your smile is discolored, crooked, or aesthetically imperfect for any number of reasons, our Vienna cosmetic dentist can help you make the appropriate improvements. Dr. Chung offers a range of cosmetic dentistry treatment options that can address every kind of common cosmetic dental issue. Plus, in addition to improving the aesthetics of your smile, …
We all know that oral health is an important part of having a beautiful smile and a confident approach to life. When you consider that your oral health is so closely related to your general well being, the importance of finding the right dentist becomes clear. Choosing the right Oakton dentist can give you the …
Everyone wants to have a beautiful smile. Having a missing, chipped, or decayed tooth can leave you self-conscious, but giving your smile a makeover can remove those worries. Restoring your smile with dental implants also has health benefits. Some of the health benefits of implant dentistry include: A healthier jaw – gaps in your bite …
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is a condition that occurs as a result of the misalignment of your jaw joint. Your jaw joint can be knocked out of alignment in a number of ways, including a blow to the head, a chronic teeth-grinding habit, or crowded teeth that constantly meet in a misaligned bite. Symptoms of …
Every year, dentists across the country see a spike in emergency visits following St. Patrick’s Day. NBC reported that the average increase in emergency dental visits is 64% on the first business day after St. Patrick’s Day. The most common dental problems that are treated are chipped teeth needing repair and missing teeth being replaced …
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Do you have constant headaches, damaged teeth or trouble sleeping? You may suffer from bruxism, a condition marked by unconsciously grinding your teeth during the day or clenching and grinding them at night. Bruxism is often a cause of TMJ, a condition that occurs when your jaw becomes misaligned. When it occurs at night, bruxism …
Recent studies have shown that postmenopausal women with periodontal disease, or gum disease, are more likely to develop breast cancer. This is especially true in smokers. The study found that gum disease raises the risk of cancer by 14%. Factors which may contribute to the development of periodontal disease include: Genetics. Hormone changes in women. …
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“Dr. Chung is the best, he has cared for me for over 15 years. He is always available. He has been attentive and taken care of all my issues before they were painful or bad. He has helped me with a good program for taking care of my teeth and they are beautiful. I receive complements about my pretty teeth and smile. The staff is attentive to detail they have prevented the things we dread. I have great respect for his care and his opinions and so happy to have found him.”
