*mention that you saw these specials on our website
1.FREE Veneer consultation. $500 off full veneer case

2. Implant, abutment, Crown, all included $ 2700. Posterior (back) teeth only. Regular $3850. Valid till March 31st 2010

3. ZOOM Whitening Special $499.00 in office (Reg. $650.00)

We would like to take a moment to introduce Trenna Nelson, RDH the newest member of our staff at Tysons Dental. She attended NVCC and George Mason University and received her degree in 1996. Trenna is also the recipient of the Procter and Gamble Award for Outstanding Community Service in her field and is a member of the ADHA. She has lived and practiced in Northern Virginia for most of her life. Trenna takes pride in her work as a clinical dental hygienist and tries to communicate openly and effectively to all her patients on the importance of good oral health.

Tysons Dental Associates is pleased to announce that our patient: Dr. J. Robert DiFulgo is the author of a recently published novel, The Invisible Moon. Part of the story takes place during the Vietnam War and involves romance, loss, separation, and a certain degree of danger. Within the use of a historical context this is a powerful story dealing with mystery and the psychological drama of one man’s struggle to restore his memory, his self-persecutions and his true identity.

The book is available at major bookstores. Pick a copy up today!

Hygienist’s Advicewritten by Our RDH Natalya Whittington

Dental floss (or dental tape) helps remove debris between the teeth and prevent plaque formation by removing the film of bacteria before it has a chance to harden into plaque. Flossing also reduces the likelihood of gum disease and tooth decay. Brushing alone cannot clean effectively between these tight spaces. Once made from silk fibers, today’s floss is usually made from nylon filaments or plastic monofilaments. It may be treated with flavoring agents, such as mint, to make flossing more pleasant.

The ADA does not recommend using a floss strand more than once. Used floss might fray, lose its effectiveness or may deposit bacteria in the mouth.

You can floss before or after brushing your teeth as long as you do a thorough job. If you use dental floss before you brush, the fluoride from the toothpaste has a better chance of reaching between teeth. Some people brush their teeth and unfortunately skip flossing for any number of reasons. That’s not a good idea.

Interdental cleaners are special wooden or plastic picks, sticks or brushes that are used to clean between teeth. Here are some of our favorites:

Proxabrush cleans between the teeth and also can be used to clean around the implants. It can have cylindrical or tapered shape, and is available in thin or ultra thin size.

Stim-U-Dent Plaque Removers are soft wooden cleaners that clean between the teeth and gently invigorate gums.

Squirt Brush is cylindrical proxy brush tip that attaches to a liquid reservoir that can be filled with an antibacterial rinse or your favorite mouthwash. Helps irrigate the interdental area between teeth during use to help flush away debris. Replaceable brush tips are available below and should be changed after each use.

Rubber tip stimulator is designed for gingival (gum) massage and interdental (between the teeth) cleaning. The rubber tip is latex free.

Floss Threaders can be used to remove plaque around bridges, braces and implants. Designed to slide easily between tooth surface and appliances.