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. …
Fluorosis is the technical name for the ribboning and discoloration of teeth caused by excessive fluoride exposure. Common in people born before 1980, fluorosis can be a very difficult condition to treat because it does not respond well to topical tooth whitening. In fact, many teeth whiteners can make fluorosis look even more pronounced as …
Tooth sensitivity is one of the most commonly cited reasons for avoiding routine dental care. Unfortunately, avoiding dental care can actually exacerbate sensitivity by allowing its underlying cause to remain untreated. If you suffer from tooth sensitivity, Northern Virginia family dentist Dr. Michael Chung can provide a comfortable examination to identify its cause and determine …
If you are an adult suffering from mild malocclusion, instant orthodontics with porcelain veneers may be the best solution for your smile. With instant orthodontics, Northern Virginia cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Chung can address issues including: Gaps in between teeth Crooked tooth presentation Unevenly sized teeth Irregularly shaped teeth Anterior open bite This adult orthodontic …
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Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is the name given to a number of disorders that can affect the proper alignment of your jaw. Jaw misalignment can be caused by several factors including trauma, arthritis, disc disintegration, and malocclusion. In the case of malocclusion, braces or another orthodontic treatment may help correct TMD, but this is not …
If you brush and floss religiously and still don’t have the bright, white smile you want, you may be wondering what you are doing wrong. The truth is you may be doing everything just right. Good habits will preserve the beauty and health of your smile, but there are also some factors that contribute to …
Porcelain veneers are one of the most versatile and effective treatments available to your cosmetic dentist. Veneers are used for a number of cosmetic and restorative dental procedures, including tooth whitening, fixing cracked or chipped teeth, filling tooth gaps, and minor straightening. Good candidates for porcelain veneers meet the following basic criteria. To be considered …
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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.”
