Avanti Dental Blog

Having to visit the emergency room is never enjoyable, especially if you have an accidental lost tooth! Usually, you’re checked in and even though it’s an emergency and your tooth’s life is depending on action, nurses will direct you to the waiting room until they have time to assist you. ER’s usually have to stretch their time amongst hundreds of patients with a wide range of health issues, skipping over the specialty of dentistry. Your Tysons emergency dentist can provide you the immediate, attentive dental care you need when you’re faced with an unexpected dental accident.

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Kids have a way of keeping parents on their toes, especially when it comes to bumps and bruises from playing. If your child chips one of their teeth after a hard fall, a kickball accident, from crunching on hard candy, or for any reason, your emergency dentist in Tysons can rescue their smile. Learn what to do if this happens to your child from the team at Avanti Dentistry.

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Your children are the light of your life – there’s nothing you enjoy more than watching them laugh and smile. While their grins may be filled with baby teeth that will eventually come out, it’s important to take care of them and set your kids up for a lifetime of dental success. In this post, find out when to schedule your child’s first appointment with their pediatric dentist in Tysons and how to get your little one ready to see the team at Avanti Dentistry.

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The weather today is perfect for a nice long walk. There is a slight breeze and the sun is gentle. You, however, find yourself stuck on the couch holding a bag of ice to your cheek. Your easily ignored toothache has blossomed into full-on searing pain. You hoped a little time was all it needed, but it’s only getting worse. It’s time for you to properly get it taken care of. You hesitate though, isn’t it going to hurt? How long would it take? Our team of doctors  can probably give you the relief you need with root canal therapy. Here are some common questions patients often have. (more…)

You love seeing your child smile more than anybody, but you have to admit that their teeth have some very obvious issues. They appear crooked, but it mostly seems like they are just crowded. You remember having braces as a child, and the last thing you want is for your child to need them. You remember how uncomfortable they were and how self-conscious they made you feel. Children who need straighter teeth now have another option thanks to a palatal expander. What is it? How can it help your child? Your dentist in Tysons, VA at Avanti dental have all the answers you need. (more…)

If you have severe tooth decay or damage, you will need more than a simple filling to enjoy renewed oral health. Endodontic treatment, more commonly called a root canal, may be the solution for you. But if those two words also send a strike of fear in your heart, we’ve got good news. Today’s root canals are a pain-free, effective way to save your tooth from extraction. Searching for “dentist near me” in Tysons Corner? The search is over — your endodontist performing comfortable root canals is located at Avanti Dentistry!

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Root canal therapy repairs a severely decayed or injured tooth, and it’s often the last step before the extraction of the tooth is necessary. It’s true that your general dentist is qualified to perform root canals, but is that really the best choice? An endodontist is highly trained and experienced in performing root canal therapy. And when your tooth needs serious help, we know you want the best professional for the job. We’ve got good news: your endodontist in Tyson’s Corner is at Avanti Dental.

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As a new parent, you know you have a lot to learn when it comes to caring for your baby. On the list is making sure her teeth and gums are healthy. The habits she starts now can last for a lifetime — and we want to make sure your little one enjoys a happy, healthy smile for years and years to come. The team at Avanti Dental is your child’s dentist in Tyson’s Corner, and we’ve got tips for caring for her smile below!

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