Blog - Dentist In Alexandria, VA

The Benefits of a Bright Smile
posted: May 10, 2022.

Having a nice, bright smile can affect the way you look, and in turn, improve how you feel about yourself. With the help of the doctor to provide you with Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 03, 2022.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
Mouthguard Q&A
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

Today, the doctor and our team at Gibberman Dental thought we would talk about mouthguards, what they are, where to get them, and when to use them. Q: What is a Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read more
Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering Read more
Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can Read more
What Are Dental Crowns?
posted: Mar. 23, 2022.

Unfortunately, it’s possible for your teeth to become damaged because of decay or trauma. It may feel like there’s no way to get back the smile you once loved, but Read more
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more
Importance Of Children's Oral Health
posted: Mar. 17, 2022.

Beginning good dental hygiene habits at an early age is crucial to your child’s oral health throughout their life. However, many parents may not be fully aware of what their Read more
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
I can't stop grinding my teeth! How can a dentist help?
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

the doctor will tell you that while you are sleep, your mouth may be very active. If you find yourself waking up with headaches, facial pain, neck aches, or a Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

At Gibberman Dental, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of Read more
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

At Gibberman Dental, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few Read more
Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the Read more
Do Teeth Implants Feel Natural?
posted: Feb. 09, 2022.

If it were at all possible most of us would wish to keep our natural smile for the rest of our lives. It's not an improbable concept, given proper care Read more