4901 Seminary Road, Suite 120
Alexandria, VA 22311
Have you ever considered natural-looking, permanent dental implants instead of uncomfortable dentures? Incredible recent advances in technology allow Alexandria area dental implants dentist Dr. Andrew Sklar to create tooth implants just for you that can be permanently anchored to your jaw. This is a great option to consider if you've had negative experiences with dentures in the past.
Alexandria area Invisalign® dentist Andrew Sklar, D.D.S. is happy to provide your new clear braces. At Andrew Sklar, D.D.S, PC, we want you to have the straight teeth and beautiful smile you desire.
We're happy to assess your needs create your individual treatment plan for braces. You may be able to have your new Invisalign® aligners sooner than you think!
If you're looking for clear braces in the Alexandria area, our team at Andrew Sklar, D.D.S, PC provides them. We'll be happy to discuss your situation and create your individual treatment plan for invisible dental braces.
We have extensive knowledge about the different kinds of orthodontic treatments available today. We're committed to creating the straight teeth and happy smile you're looking for.
5932 Hubbard Drive
Rockville, MD 20852
46161 Westlake Drive #310
Sterling, VA 20165
Here at Pal Dental Group, your comfort is our number one priority. We will do our utmost to put you at ease and keep you feeling relaxed and secure. Under the experienced leadership of Dr. Gopal Pal, our dedicated team of professionals is at your service to explain your treatment thoroughly and answer any questions you may have.
Relaxation dentistry with Sterling area dentist Dr. Gopal Pal means your dental treatments can be done quickly. You'll be lightly sedated and you'll feel little or no discomfort.
You won't have to tolerate feeling uncomfortable or hide your smile because you need dental work. You'll feel at ease during your dental appointment, and glad that you're taking care of your oral health.
One of the first things people notice is your smile. All it takes is a single appointment or two with Sterling area dentist Gopal Pal, D.D.S., and you, too, can have the winning, healthy-looking smile you've always wanted. The beautiful cosmetic results you'll get from Pal Dental Group can be immediate and dramatic!
There are a variety of payment options available to our valued patients. Pal Dental Group accepts debit cards, credit cards, checks and cash, and even offers convenient monthly payment plans for those who qualify. Call our Sterling area dental office today to discuss the right financial options for you.
Don't let untreated dental problems get you down. Rebuild your confidence with a beautiful new smile. From simple treatments that make a big difference, to more extensive work, unveiling the smile you were meant to have can have profound life-changing effects. Serving the Sterling, VA area and offering dentures, Dr. Pal can help you develop an affordable treatment plan you'll feel good about.
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6922 Little River Tpke, Ste A
Annandale, VA, 22003
Dr John A Marino , D.D.S. DMD PC
5105 Backlick Rd # I
Annandale, VA, 22003
(703) 256-7811
Dr Gopal S Pal , D.D.S. DMD PC
7540 Little River Tpke Ste A
Annandale, VA, 22003
(703) 642-2828
Tran & Assoc Pc
4200 Evergreen Ln # 325
Annandale, VA, 22003-3252
A. Teeth may seem darker because plaque can build up faster and in larger amounts as one ages. Changes in dentin can cause teeth to appear a little darker as well.
A. Seniors tend to lose their sense of taste because age decreases the sense of taste and smell. Certain diseases, medications, and dentures also can contribute to a decreased sense of taste.
A. Yes. The majority of seniors have tooth-root decay and are more susceptible to cavities.
A. Over time, tooth enamel can wear away in the crowns of teeth and around the tooth roots. Receding gums expose the roots, making them more prone to decay.
A. Seniors are more prone to root decay and gum recession. Additionally, many seniors have "dry mouth" (caused from medications or medical conditions), which increases the risk of cavities. Some also may have difficulty maintaining good oral hygiene due to physical limitations.
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Having dentures should not hurt. People who wear dentures may experience temporary oral irritation or soreness. Eating certain foods may cause temporary pain. For example, a seed or peanut may slip under a denture and cause irritation to the gum.
This type of irritation usually goes away after a few days once the source of trouble (in this case the seed or peanut) is removed. Often, it may be more comfortable to leave the denture out of the mouth during this healing.
Dentures are custom made specifically for your mouth; therefore, new dentures often require adjustments to areas that rest directly on the soft tissue. Sometimes, due to bony ledges and undercuts, dentures require alteration. To improve the balance and pressure of the denture during eating, the bite is sometimes adjusted.
Adjusting a denture requires a quick and simple dental visit. The denture dentist may use an indicator paste or marker on the irritated mouth tissue, which is then transferred to the denture upon placement, to determine the exact location on the denture that needs adjusting.
A rotary dental hand piece is used to contour the denture. Often, relief of an impinging denture improves comfort immediately; however, keeping the denture out of the mouth for a while may help the irritation or sore heal. After a few weeks, discomfort associated with a new denture often is eliminated and the denture functions without pain.
Over time, the mouth undergoes changes that can affect the fit of a denture. Since the bone and gum tissue of your mouth changes over time, it is important that denture wearers visit the denture dentist at least once a year for an oral examination, including an oral cancer examination.
A denture dentist can exam your mouth to determine the cause of your pain, evaluate your soreness and irritations, and adjust your denture. Depending upon the severity of the denture sore and the length of time the denture has not been in the mouth, it may be necessary to wear the denture the day before the dental visit so that the dentist can accurately resolve the problem. Often, a few denture adjustments will resolve discomfort associated with your denture.
Seeing a denture dentist can help improve the fit, function, and look of your denture, as well as detect any problems that are not related to the denture.
by Denise J. Fedele, D.M.D., M.S.
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