Our team of dental specialists and staff strive to improve the overall health of our patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions associated with your teeth and gums. Please use our dental library to learn more about dental problems and treatments available. If you have questions or need to schedule an appointment, contact us.




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Bad Breath (halitosis)
...Gum disease is caused by plaque - the sticky, often colorless, film of bacteria that constantly forms on teeth...

Gum Disease (Gingivitis)
...In general, gum disease can be caused by long-term exposure to plaque, the sticky but colorless film on teeth that forms after eating or sleeping...

Crowns
...It is very important to floss in the area of the crown to avoid excess plaque or collection of debris around the restoration...

Dentures
...Brush the denture (preferably with a denture brush) daily to remove food deposits and plaque, and keep it from becoming permanently stained...

Glossary
...Gingivitis - A minor disease of the gums caused by plaque...

Scaling and Root Planing
...Then, a small instrument called a "scaler," or an ultrasonic cleaner, is used to clean beneath your gum line to remove plaque and tartar...

Gingivectomy
...The pockets make it hard to clean away plaque...

Flossing
... Many dentists believe that flossing is the single most important weapon against plaque...

Theo Batistas, DDSis a dentist providing dental procedures such as teeth whitening, dental implants, and porcelain veneers in Manassas Park. Theo Batistas, DDSis licensed as a general dentist in the state of VA.