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Is Sedation Dentistry Right For You?
posted: Dec. 10, 2021.
Is dental anxiety or phobia stopping you from improving your smile? Dr. Christopher and Dr. Favagehi at Falls Church Periodontics & Dental Implant Surgery can help. We provide sedation dentistry Read more -
What’s an intraoral camera?
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
One of the greatest features our team at Lourdes Christopher offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect any problems
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How HPV and Oral Cancer are Related
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
Did you know that Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and oral cancer are linked? This information may prevent you or a loved one from suffering from oral cancer if a diagnosis
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Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
At Lourdes Christopher, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Falls Church, Virginia area
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Socket Preservation
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant
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Protect Yourself From Peri-Implantitis
posted: Nov. 12, 2021.
Millions of people suffer from tooth loss, and many choose dental implants in Falls Church, VA, to replace the missing tooth. Dental implants are the most natural-looking treatment option, and Read more -
Medication Can Lead To Xerostomia in Women
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Xerostomia, otherwise known as dry mouth, can be a side effect of many common medications. Drugs used for blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, or cancer treatments may cause the dry
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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us
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Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over
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How many times a day should I floss?
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Flossing is one of the most important parts of your oral care routine. Many patients know they need to do it but find it difficult to fit into their busy
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Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to
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Help With Receding Gums
posted: Oct. 08, 2021.
Periodontal Disease, or gum disease, is very common, with roughly half of Americans 30 years and older suffering from this condition. If you or a loved one is suffering from Read more -
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
the doctor, as well as our team at Lourdes Christopher, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year
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Gum Disease Prevention
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection of the gums, periodontal ligament, and bone that surround and support the teeth. Gum disease includes gingivitis (the
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What exactly is periodontal disease?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Lourdes Christopher wants you to know that this common ailment can be fixed
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Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve.
Act Two: The 32 (if you
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