Peri-implantitis is a condition that causes inflammation around a dental implant. In peri- implantitis, both your gum tissue and the bone surrounding the implant are affected. In peri-implant mucositis, only the gum tissue experiences inflammation but the bone remains unaffected. While dental implants are meant to last a lifetime, peri-implantitis can affect the health and longevity of your dental restorations. It’s essential to take the best possible care of your dental implants to avoid any complications so you can have a healthy and strong smile. Here’s what you need to ..read more

Liz came to DC Dental Spa for a regular checkup, but also had concerns about her gapped teeth. Her smile had visible gaps that, for her entire adult life, she had tried to hide by not showing her teeth when she smiled. Her insecurity about her teeth had worsened since she’d recently been promoted at her job where she had to interact with people all day.  She and Dr. Hoang discussed the possibility of correcting the gaps in her teeth with Invisalign, a clear aligner system that straightens teeth without traditional metal braces. Liz scheduled a separate consultation to determine if she wou ..read more

From time to time we enjoy sharing the kind words we receive from our patients. Below is a recent review from an actual patient that we would like to take this opportunity to share. “I was a crying mess when I finally showed up at DC Dental Spa, but the whole team was completely professional from the beginning. The hygienist was quick, the patient coordinator was kind and engaging, and Dr. Hoang himself was meticulous and energetic. I was in tremendous pain from a tooth infection and was long overdue for a root canal treatment. The team examined me, gave me pain killers, and explained the reco ..read more

Trayvon was playing basketball with friends when a stray basketball hit him in the face. At the time, Trayvon was receiving orthodontic treatment and had metal braces—and the blow caused a severe cut to his gum tissue. The bleeding wouldn’t stop, and Trayvon needed to be seen as soon as possible. Instead of going to the emergency room where he knew he’d likely have to wait for hours, he called local dentists in the area. DC Dental Spa was the only dentist available at that time for an Emergency Appointment, and he came in as soon as he could. By the time he got to the office, the bleeding has ..read more

Root resorption is a generally uncommon problem where your tooth’s structure is actually eaten away. Although resorption is a natural process that happened to all of us when we were kids (think about shedding your primary teeth and getting permanent teeth), root resorption shouldn’t occur in adult teeth. How does root resorption happen, and what can you do about it? An article by Dr. Rex Hoang. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full article here: ROOT RESORPTION: WHAT IS IT, AND WHAT CAN BE DONE? The post Root Resorption: What Is It and What Can ..read more

Many people remember mouthguards as those bulky, uncomfortable things that they had to wear during childhood sports. Buying mouthguards at the store is easy and can be relatively inexpensive, but they’re often the wrong fit for our individual mouths. This not only makes store-bought mouthguards uncomfortable—they tend to lack in their ability to fully protect our mouths as well. Here’s why custom mouthguards are definitely worth the cost and effort for sports and teeth grinding! An article by Dr. Rex Hoang. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full artic ..read more

Are you missing some of your natural teeth? Missing teeth can not only cause gaps in your smile, but they also cause your remaining teeth to shift to compensate for the loss. Over time, your body will reabsorb the bone that was once needed to support your lost tooth, leading your face to look less full. Dental implants effectively restore your natural teeth and prevent the consequences gaps can create with your smile. What exactly are dental implants, and how do you know if you qualify? Here are your top dental implant questions, answered! An article by Dr. Rex Hoang ..read more

No matter how badly you’d like straighter teeth, it can be daunting to imagine yourself in braces for 18-24 months. Fortunately, advancements in orthodontic care have made that kind of treatment a thing of the past. At DC Dental Spa, Rex Hoang, DMD, relies on the proven success of the Invisalign® teeth straightening system. And when combined with Propel®, it can speed up the process by 50%. Getting straighter teeth with Invisalign You’ve probably heard of the Invisalign system by now. This innovative orthodontic system has improved more than 6 million smiles, and that number includes 1.4 milli ..read more

Reducing added sugar in your diet can have a range of health benefits, and not just for your body. Your oral health can benefit from less sugar, and you’ll likely see less plaque buildup, fewer cavities, and a lower risk of gum disease with this diet change! But decreasing the amount of added sugar in your diet isn’t easy for many people. Sugar has been shown to be as addictive as drugs such as cocaine [1]. To help you fight those pesky sugar cravings, here are some tricks that can keep you away from sugar and keep your teeth healthy! An article by Dr. Rex Ho ..read more