“My teeth are too small…I don’t like that my gums are uneven…I want to be able to smile with confidence.” So many times I have heard my patients utter these sentences when referring to their “gummy smile.” This is a…
Virginia Family Dentistry Pediatric Dentist Ethan Puryear was on ABC’s Showcase 8 to discuss children’s dental health. During this segment he talked about what to pack in your child’s lunchbox for healthy teeth. Some of his responses may surprise you!…
There is a constant stream of new health and beauty products that claim to make us look or feel better. Many consumers appear to be interested in all natural products that would reduce their exposure to synthetic chemicals and have…
Our newest dentist to the practice, Dr. Brandon Wong, has just recently graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. For the past three years, he has gone on a week long dental mission trip to Ecuador. He has formed…
Did you know that dentists can help sleep physicians treat sleep apnea? Read on for a quick sleep apnea Q&A with Virginia Family Dentistry’s Dr. Pete Appleby. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is basically prolonged pauses in breathing during…
To My Dear Patients, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the trust and confidence you placed in me to take care of your dental needs through the years. It is with mixed emotions that I…
“No offense, but I really don’t like the dentist.” As a general dentist, I hear that one a lot. The state of your mouth is not only important to your health but affects confidence as well. An unhealthy mouth can…
March is National Nutrition Month. As we hit the stride of the New Year, here are a few foods to help you smile a little brighter and healthier. Carrots Often when people think of carrots and health they jump straight…
This past September, the Journal of the American Dental Association featured an article explaining the new definition of oral health approved by the FDA World Dental Federation General Assembly. It was decided that a common definition could bring people together…
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