Dr. Liliana Calkins Completing Pediatric Dental Sleep Medicine Mini-Residency at Tufts University
Dr. Liliana Calkins, member and founder, of the Virginia Interdisciplinary Airway and Sleep Group; knows the importance of early intervention in treating pediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB). She is participating in a first-of-its-kind program at Tufts University to help dentists understand th
How Stress and Anxiety Can Cause TMJ/TMD Pain
We notice how our patients’ day-to-day lives affect their mouths. And, in truth, your daily habits affect your oral health just as much as your diet. That’s why we offer cosmetic, restorative, and TMJ dental treatments as well. And with flexible scheduling, affordable options, and patient-focused ca
Tongue Ties and Mandibular Growth
Is your child living with a tongue-tie? The term for this is restricted lingual frenulum. This occurs when the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth is thick and restrictive, resulting in limited range of motion as well as many other potentially harmful consequences. A restricted li
Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Treatment (SFOT)
Many people have malocclusions and are unaware of the cause. A malocclusion is the imperfect positioning of the teeth when the jaws are closed. An insufficient alveolar bone is a common find among patients with malocclusions. Cumulative alveolar bone loss results in a weakening of the supporting str
Goal Oriented Treatment with Corticotomy Facilitated Orthodontics
Dental arch crowding is one of the most common forms of malocclusions. Most orthodontic treatment plans require a year or more of treatment and are not guaranteed to last. Corticotomy Facilitated Orthodontics is a means for rapid tooth movement that significantly accelerates orthodontic treatment.
Patient Experience
so what makes us different?
Admit it. You think all orthodontic offices are the same. Most are. We aren’t. We believe your experience should be something special.
