Chipping a tooth isn't fun, but there are steps to avoid them. The reasons vary, but the most common causes can be a combination of environmental, nutritional, and genetic. Here are some of the more common causes for chronic chipped teeth and how you can deal with them. Grinding your teeth while you sleep. This [...]
You have probably heard of sleep apnea, but you probably don’t know that Grove Avenue Family & Cosmetic Dentistry offers a full range of treatments for this condition. From oral appliances to treat mild to moderate cases of sleep apnea, to oral surgery for more severe cases, we are experienced and proficient at designing appropriate [...]
Organized sports are a great opportunity for children to learn the thrill of competition and teamwork in a healthy, supportive environment. Unfortunately, contact sports for children carry the risk of potential mouth or dental injuries. An estimated 38 million children and adolescents in the United States participate in organized sports activities each year. According to [...]
Dental care is an important part of looking and staying as healthy and confident as possible. You may understand this, and that is why you faithfully attend the routine visits which your dentist recommends every six months. During these visits, you have an idea of what your dentist will do: “look around your mouth.” What [...]
Good dental care at any age helps minimize cavities and other oral health issues. At Grove Avenue Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we find that as patients age, they benefit even more from regular dental checkups because our dentists can detect age-related changes in their dental health and promptly address them. Some common age-related dental issues [...]
If you use tobacco or smoke cigarettes regularly, your doctor has likely advised you to stop. You may be familiar with the potential health risks associated with tobacco, but did you know that smoking and tobacco use have a significant impact on your oral health as well? Your oral health is like a window to [...]
At Grove Avenue Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, our dentists see it every day: smiling and laughing are reactions that makes you feel good and they are scientifically proven to improve your mood and your health. However, if you have damaged or missing teeth, you may be missing out on these benefits, hesitating to share your smile and [...]
Grove Avenue Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is proud to specialize in state-of-the art tooth whitening procedures and we are happy to give you an overview of the best and the brightest options here. If you have been hiding your smile for months or years due to tooth discoloration caused by aging, genetics, medications, or poor [...]
At Grove Avenue Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, our goal is provide restorative dentistry that is undetectable. We replace existing dental crowns and fillings with restorations that look and feel like your natural teeth. The materials used as well as the high quality of work performed to restore your teeth makes these treatments last 20 to 30 [...]
Our very own Dr. Adams volunteered his time and skills at the annual MOM Project event in Wise, Virginia. The MOM Project is a 2 ½ day dental clinic conducted each year to provide free dental services to those in need. There is a profound need for access to affordable dental services in Southwest Virginia [...]