posted: Dec. 09, 2025.

February is Gum Disease Awareness month, a timely reminder that preventing gum disease is one of the best ways to protect our oral health.  Gum disease is easily treated in its Read more

posted: Dec. 02, 2025.

Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought Read more

posted: Nov. 25, 2025.

Not many people look forward to going to the dentist, especially if you already know that you need dental work done. A small amount of anxiety is one thing, but Read more

posted: Nov. 18, 2025.

As more people turn to bottled water and away from the tap, they may be missing out on one important ingredient that most brands of bottled water fail to include: Read more

posted: Nov. 11, 2025.

When you replace your old toothbrush every three or four months with a new model, you accomplish three things: You keep your teeth cleaner (frayed brushes don’t clean as well) You protect Read more

posted: Nov. 04, 2025.

Although using mouthwash is certainly not the equal of brushing and flossing, it does have benefits for your dental hygiene. If you use mouthwash regularly, you should find out which Read more

posted: Oct. 28, 2025.

You found the perfect toothbrush! The bristles are soft, to avoid irritating your delicate gum tissue. The angle of the bristles is perfect for removing plaque. The handle is durable Read more

posted: Oct. 21, 2025.

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so Read more

posted: Oct. 14, 2025.

Your opinions matter to the doctor and our team! Our blog is meant to be an educational channel, but we always want to know what things you’re interested in learning Read more

posted: Oct. 07, 2025.

You pay attention to what you eat. After all, your oral health depends on it. Without the necessary proteins, vitamins, and minerals in your diet, your teeth and gums will Read more

posted: Sep. 30, 2025.

While they may sound refreshing, especially after participating in sports activities or after a jog, recent studies suggest that energy and sports drinks can damage tooth enamel, thus elevating your Read more

posted: Sep. 23, 2025.

One of the most appealing reasons to choose dental implants over options such as bridges, partial dentures, and complete dentures is the fact that they function like natural teeth.  Unlike bridges Read more

posted: Sep. 16, 2025.

If you have been thinking about getting a piercing, or if you already have one or more, there are some health risks our team at Lourdes Christopher wants you to Read more

posted: Sep. 09, 2025.

As you probably know, you can always connect with the doctor and our team by calling our Falls Church, Virginia office, or going to our Facebook page. However, if you’ve Read more

posted: Sep. 02, 2025.

On the last Wednesday in September, we celebrate “Women’s Health and Fitness Day.” Because your oral health plays such a large role in your general health and well-being, let’s look Read more

posted: Aug. 26, 2025.

Your feedback is very important to us at Lourdes Christopher. We always want to make sure that our practice is meeting its full potential, so whether you’ve visited the doctor Read more