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Do Dental Implants Last Forever?
Dental implants have a tremendous success rate of about 98 percent. Studies show that the vast majority are still working just fine 20 years after implantation. Do dental implants last forever? Let’s find out.
Learning How to Care for Your Wisdom Teeth Stitches
Today let’s look at the role of wisdom teeth stitches, how to care for them, and how to avoid problems.
Improving Your Invisalign® Experience with Invisalign Rubber Bands
The Invisalign® system uses rubber bands to correct more severe conditions requiring additional pressure. Let’s see what these Invisalign rubber bands are, what they do, and how to use them!
Dealing with Supernumerary Teeth — Everything about Hyperdontia!
Hyperdontia is a condition with the presence of additional teeth. Here we’ll take a look at hyperdontia—what it is, its symptoms and diagnosis, and how it can be treated.
Choosing Vivera® Retainers After Your Invisalign® Treatment
Vivera®, Invisalign’s branded retainer, differs from traditional appliances and is designed specifically to complement Invisalign braces. Let’s get a close-up view of the Vivera retainer.
How to Avoid Dental Discoloration and Stains Caused by Braces
Braces stains can be treated and removed. With careful maintenance before and during your braces-wearing phase, you can even help prevent stains. This blog will cover what causes dental discoloration and how to get rid of and prevent braces stains.
Let’s Discover Everything You Need to Know About Orthodontic Spacers
Orthodontic spacers are small devices that create gaps between teeth. Let’s take a look at how these tiny devices play a brief but critical role in your dental health.
Bleeding Gums – Where, Why, And How To Avoid
Bleeding gums are a sign of concern, though there is no need for panicking. Here at Loudoun Orthodontics, we believe that our patients must learn how to inhibit and prevent blood flow from the gums through a more comprehensive oral care regimen and an improved lifestyle.
Why Does My Retainer Hurt?
An orthodontic retainer is a custom-made appliance that keeps teeth from shifting after braces removal. While tolerable pain levels are normal at first, as long as the retainer fits correctly and is in good condition, it shouldn’t hurt for long. Learn more about the ways to prevent or eliminate that pain.
Learning All about Orthognathic Surgery
Here at Loudoun Orthodontics, we believe it is time for you to discover every single detail about orthognathic surgery and the procedure’s tremendous benefits, from jaw alignment and an improved lower face appearance to more confidence and self-esteem. So let us take a few minutes together and learn more about orthognathic surgery!
