Oral Health Prevention

Should I Be Worried About a Toothache?Advanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia Are you experiencing pain in a tooth? Like pain when you eat or drink, or an ongoing ache? There are many times when we can experience pain in our teeth, but not all symptoms may indicate a serious problem. Should…

Which is Better – An Electric Toothbrush or a Manual Toothbrush?Advanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia We love to educate our patients on the best way to care for their dental health themselves. And one of the questions we hear quite is whether they should use an electric toothbrush or a manual…

Why is Flossing Important?Advanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia Other than brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing is the next most important thing you can do to keep your teeth and gums healthy. There are a variety of methods for flossing that make this task even easier. Why Do You Need…

April is Oral Cancer Awareness MonthAdvanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia The American Academy of Oral Medicine asks that you be aware of the following symptoms of oral cancer. If these symptoms do not go away in two or three weeks, give us a call. We’ll want to check it out. •…

The Benefits of FluorideAdvanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia Fluoride is an important element when it comes to tooth health. And although it can be acquired naturally, it has been proven that additional fluoride has a number of benefits for your dental health. What is Fluoride? In addition to being a mineral…

Remedies for Sensitive TeethAdvanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia Do your teeth hurt when you eat or drink hot, cold or spicy foods, or breathe in cold air? If so, you might need some home remedies for sensitive teeth. Here are some ways you can help alleviate painful teeth at home. Causes…

Pregnancy and Dental CareAdvanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia If you’re pregnant, first of all, congratulations! It will be exciting to add a new member of the family (and a new patient to our practice!) Now that you’re expecting, you should know about the precautions you should take regarding your dental care…

Types of Mouth SoresAdvanced Family Dentistry – Dr. Sonny Kim, Reston, Virginia Nobody likes sores anywhere on their body, but when they appear in and around the mouth, they can be especially irritating and embarrassing. Here are some of the types of mouth sores most commonly found: Canker Sores Canker sores, or aphthous ulcers, are…