You’ve probably heard the saying, “the eyes are the window to the soul.” However, to your dentist, your mouth is the window to your health. Many oral health issues are connected to overall health issues, whether they’re the cause or simply a symptom of a larger problem. It’s important to understand this connection between your …
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You’re probably familiar with the old adage, “the eyes are the window to the soul.” However, to the Ridgetop Dental Group Northern VA team, the mouth is a window to your overall health. In fact, many oral health problems are linked to systemic, or overall, health problems. The reverse is also true: many health issues …
Our mouths are home to lots of bacteria, most of which is harmless and aids in digestion. But sometimes oral bacteria, pre-existing health conditions, or immune diseases can wreak havoc on your oral health and cause tongue discoloration. If you’ve noticed that your tongue isn’t as pink and smooth as it should be and instead …
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The unknown nature of the COVID-19 outbreak is causing a lot of uncertainty, which can increase stress levels in many patients. You may not be aware that stress can have a major impact on your mouth. From short-term complaints to long-term problems, stress can affect almost every aspect of your oral health. This makes it …
With the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping across the nation, dental offices have been unable to provide regular dental care for patients. Usually, only emergency care is available to limit the spread of the virus. Dr. Datta of Ridgetop Dental Group, a dentist in Northern VA, discusses what you can do at home since you’re missing your …
Many people say the eyes are the window to the soul, but to your dentist, your mouth can be the window to your overall health. Your oral health is linked to your overall health and each may help you and your dentist uncover underlying health problems. Gum disease is linked to systemic health problems, but …
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When you’re having dental problems, it makes sense that you’d go see your dentist. So why would you want to spend time seeing the dentist when you’re not having pain or problems? What if you already have good oral hygiene? Dr. Datta Malyavantham and his team at Ridgetop Dental Group in Reston, VA recommend seeing …
While you might be tired of hearing dentists warn against the risks of tooth decay, there’s a good reason: tooth decay leads to gum disease, and gum disease has serious health implications. Over half of American adults over 30 have gum disease, clinically referred to as periodontal disease, and it’s the leading cause of tooth …
You have crooked teeth and want to get them fixed so you are no longer embarrassed by having a less than perfect smile, right? Let’s think about this on a few deeper levels. Crooked teeth have shown to damage not only your dental health but your always overall health. Take a look below. Ways That …
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Many people only see a health provider when something is bothering them, and this is especially true with dentist visits. Until your teeth hurt or you’re having a problem with your mouth, it’s easy to forget to keep a regular schedule with your dentist. Even people with excellent oral hygiene still need to visit their …
