Avanti Dental Blog

When it comes to orthodontics, you’ve got a few options for straightening out your teeth. Two of the leading choices are traditional braces — the metal ones you can see — and Invisalign in Tyson. Both produce the same final product of straight teeth and a confident smile, but they each have a very different way of getting there. Keep reading to find out about the key differences between these two popular methods, and which one may be best for your smile!

(more…)

As we gear up for summer here in Tysons, we’re thinking about something that’s maybe not so pleasant: ticks. These critters are big carriers of Lyme Disease, and our part of the state has seen an increase in ticks over the last few years. Did you know that Lyme shows up in your mouth, too? May is Lyme Disease awareness month, and your dentist in Tysons is taking this opportunity to discuss the connection between Lyme and dental health. Don’t go anywhere — it’s information every West Texan needs to know.

(more…)

A quick internet search of “dental implants” will literally take you to an infinite amount of information about them, and it will all have the same basic message: when it comes to bringing back missing teeth, nothing does it better than dental implants. This all sounds fantastic, but you’re skeptical. What makes them so much better than other tooth replacement options? Today, we rip back the curtain and talk about the hard science of dental implants in Tysons, so you can know exactly how they work.

(more…)

This month, we are pleased to announce that Dr. Bita Farhoumand has been named a 2017 Top Doctor for Tyson’s Corner, VA. The Top Doctor award is given each year to highly experienced doctors who are known for combining clinical excellence with the highest level of patient care. Keep reading to learn more about Dr. Farhoumand and what this award means for patients of Avanti Dentistry seeking dental implants or any of her other services. We are so happy to share the information with friends and patients in Tyson’s Corner!

(more…)

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.

(more…)

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.

(more…)

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.

(more…)