FAQs

No, our dentist's office doesn't offer walk-in emergency visits, but we can schedule a same-day appointment with an emergency dentist if you believe you're experiencing a dental emergency. Should your emergency happen outside of normal office hours, we have 24-hour emergency numbers listed on our answering machine that will point you in the right direction.

To find out more information, give us a call today!

Routine dental cleaning including brushing and flossing is the best way to remove objects like popcorn kernels and sticky candies from between the teeth. However, if that fails to dislodge the debris, contact an emergency dentist at Loudoun Smile Center to prevent irreversible damage or infection.

If you chip, fracture, or break one of your teeth, contact Loudoun Smile Center during normal office hours and schedule an appointment. Our dental clinic can often repair chipped or broken teeth in one dental visit.

In the meantime, rinse your mouth with salt water (1/2 teaspoon salt to 8 ounces water), take an over-the-counter painkiller if the tooth is painful, and avoid biting down on the broken tooth. If the break has created a sharp or jagged edge, cover it with a piece of wax paraffin or sugarless chewing gum to protect your tongue or the inside of your cheek/lip.

Before visiting our clinic for a dental cleaning in Ashburn, VA, be sure that you thoroughly brush and floss your teeth. That will help us do our job and provide effective teeth cleaning for any stubborn stains or plaque. Additionally, make an effort to arrive early so that you have plenty of time to complete any necessary paperwork and discuss any concerns with our office staff before seeing your dentist.

It is important for you to floss once per day as part of a healthy oral healthcare routine. Dental floss will help disrupt the plaque and bacteria between your teeth and reach places in your mouth that your toothbrush may not. If left alone, bacteria are prone to causing cavities and gum disease.

There is a wide range of toothbrushes on the market, with varying handles, shapes, bristle styles, and colors. Be sure to use a toothbrush that has been approved by the American Dental Association. Beyond that, much of the decision should be based on comfort and your ability to reach all of your teeth effectively. Many dentists suggest a soft-bristled brush is ideal for removing plaque. Furthermore, a toothbrush with a small head may help you reach the teeth in the back of your mouth. If you have limited manual dexterity and it is difficult to brush your teeth, consider a powered toothbrush.

As a typical rule of thumb, we suggest that you change your toothbrush every three months. However, you should consider replacing it sooner if you have been ill or if it is stored close to family members' toothbrushes. If your sense of time is skewed, use the eye test — frayed bristles reduce your toothbrush's ability to clean your teeth thoroughly, so swap it when wear is evident.

If you are an adult with good oral hygiene and typically no issues during checkups, we suggest that you visit your general dentist at Loudoun Smile Center once every six months. Our friendly staff will make sure your teeth are free of cavities and perform a thorough dental cleaning. You may need to visit our dental clinic in Ashburn, VA more frequently if you smoke, have oral health issues, or have other medical problems that may affect your teeth and gums. Children should visit us as soon as their first tooth comes in and once every six months thereafter to protect against cavities and other problems.