Dental Blog | Midlothian, VA
How Can I Care for My Dental Implants?
Proper care for dental implants, including daily hygiene, checkups, avoiding harmful habits, and a nutritious diet, helps ensure their longevity.
When Should Porcelain Veneers Be Replaced?
Find out when porcelain veneers need to be replaced, their lifespan, signs for replacement, and tips for maintaining a radiant smile.
Can Six Month Smiles® Correct Bite Issues?
Six Month Smiles® focuses on cosmetic teeth alignment and may help remedy some minor bite issues but it is less effective for severe bite corrections.
What Should You Avoid After Getting Dental Implants?
Patients with newly implanted teeth should take several precautions to ensure the dental implants heal properly and last a lifetime.
How Long Can Porcelain Veneers Last if Properly Cared for?
Caring for porcelain dental veneers is as simple as caring for your natural teeth and can help your new smile last up to 10-15 years or longer.
How Do Six Month Smiles® Differ From Traditional Braces?
Comparing Six Month Smiles® vs. braces to help you better understand which orthodontic treatment may be most suitable for you.
Are Dental Implants Still an Option for Patients With Bone Loss?
While bone loss may add some complexity to the placement of dental implants, it’s often still possible to be a candidate— find out more here.
Who May Not Be Suitable for Six Month Smiles®?
Six Month Smiles® offers the exciting opportunity to straighten your smile sooner, but not everyone may be eligible for treatment.
Are You Missing Multiple Teeth? Consider Dental Implants
If multiple missing teeth are holding you back when it comes to eating, talking, or feeling confident about yourself — consider dental implants.
What Dental Flaws Can Porcelain Veneers Correct?
Porcelain dental veneers are highly versatile, helping to address a wide range of cosmetic flaws for a more beautiful new smile.
Can Six Month Smiles® Fix Crowded Teeth?
Dr. Sheppard offers Six Month Smiles as an effective solution to fix crowded teeth, transforming smiles with noticeable results in just six months.
I Have Bone Loss. Can I Still Get Dental Implants?
Explore options for dental implants despite bone loss with Dr. Jacob Sheppard at Sycamore Family Dentistry in Midlothian, VA.
Can I Still Floss My Teeth With Porcelain Veneers?
Explore how to maintain porcelain veneers through flossing with Dr. Jacob Sheppard at Sycamore Family Dentistry in Midlothian, VA.
How to Maintain Oral Hygiene During Six Month Smiles® Treatment
Discover how to maintain oral hygiene during Six Month Smiles treatment and achieve a healthy, beautiful smile.
What Can Cause Dental Implant Failure?
While dental implants rarely experience failure, it is possible. Dr. Jacob Sheppard can help you through this process.
Do Porcelain Veneers Function Like Natural Teeth?
Achieve a natural-looking, functional smile with customized porcelain veneers.
How Does Six Month Smiles® Differ From Invisalign® Aligners?
There are a few key differences between Six Month Smiles and Invisalign aligners. Keep reading to learn more.
How Long Can it Take to Adjust to Dental Implants?
It can take a few weeks or so for individuals to adjust to their smile-restoring dental implant, though it varies by patient.
Will Porcelain Veneers Brighten My Smile?
Porcelain veneers will brighten your smile and conceal diverse cosmetic concerns, including decay, wear and tear, and spacing issues.
How Quick Can the Teeth be Straightened With Six Month Smiles® Treatment?
Six Month Smiles can straighten your teeth in about six months, with general treatment times ranging between 4 – 9 months.