Years of smoking. Too much soda. Poor diet. Genetics. Some things can be very hard on the appearance of your teeth. Even a chipped or broken tooth in the middle of your smile can keep you from laughing! Don’t worry. We have an easy and convenient solution to repair and beautify your Northern Virginia smile – porcelain dental veneers. Porcelain veneers are not only natural looking, they are stain resistant and strong to give you a beautiful, healthy smile that will last for years and years. To find out more about porcelain dental veneers in Northern VA, call me, Dr. Joseph Bolil, in Northern Virginia at 703.594.2151.

You need a dentist in Nokesville. What do you do? There was a time when all you did was open the Yellow Pages, pick one, and call. After all, general dentistry was general dentistry and all dentists did the same thing, right? Not anymore.

Times and dentists have changed.

Today, to choose the right dentist, you have to do research, because now more than ever, not all dentists offer the same dentistry.

To get the best care available, you have to make sure that the dentist you choose not only offers the care you need, but is also staying abreast of the most current technologies, techniques and materials.

Where do you look? The Internet! But before you start your search, ask yourself some questions:

What kind of dentist am I looking for?
• A family dentist that offers comprehensive care in one location?
• A dentist that focuses on restorative dental care, like filling, bridges, crowns, dentures, etc. for the more mature patient?
• A dentist that offers more specialized care like cosmetic dentistry? Endodontics? Periodontics? Orthodontics, TMJ treatment, etc?
• A dentist that complements care with comfort, from sedation to patient amenities?

What do I expect from dental care?
• To maintain my oral health?
• To restore my mouth to health? Do I have broken teeth? Do I want to replace missing teeth?
• Do enhance the appearance of my smile?
• To restore more than oral health, but also relieve painful TMJ symptoms or sleep apnea?

What do I want in dental care?
• The use of advanced technology?
• A comprehensive range of treatment available in one location?
• Convenient hours or location?
• Dental insurance participation?
• Financing?

Once you know what kind of dentist you need, and define your expectations, search online for someone who meets your criteria. For example, if you need a general dentist, search: Nokesville general dentist. Your search should give you a number of results. Once you find one you like, do some research on that dentist. (Most dentists have websites that have all the information you need. You can also read online patient reviews.)

Does that dentist have specialized training and experience in the area of care you need? Does he or she participate in continuing education? Does the dentist show photos of his or her patients and describe the treatment they received? Does the dentist offer any patient testimonials that you can read? There’s no better way to get the “feel” for a dentist than to hear what his or her patients have to say.

Finally, call the office and ask specific questions about the dentist and the care offered. If you feel confident and comfortable, schedule a visit. You’ve done your homework and you’re well on your way to getting the care you need and deserve!

If you have dentures you know how terrible they can be. They can make you feel self conscious about eating out and even laughing or chatting with friends.

I mean really, terrible denture accidents are all over you tube! http://www.dentalheroes.com/5-funny-denture-videos/.

I’d like to help you find comfort and security with the cosmetic dentures I design for you at my Northern VA office. I make sure your dentures fit well and look natural.

But if you are really fed up with the idea of dentures of any kind, talk to me about how dental implants can improve your life. Implants act just like real teeth so you can eat, laugh and smile with complete confidence.

For more information about cosmetic dentures or dental implants, call me, Dr. Joseph Bolil, 703.594.2151 or visit our website, www.bolildds.com.

I have written about it before but I think it is worth reminding people about – we are here to keep you comfortable! Our job is more than making your smile look and feel good. We take making you feel at ease  – even pampered – very seriously. That’s why we offer so many comfort amenities such as:

*  Massage chairs

* Blankets

*  Paraffin Hand treatments

*  Heated neck pillows

*  Bread baked daily

*  Warm, steamy towels

*Coffee and refreshments

It is also why we work so hard to keep up to date on all the latest techniques and methods through continuing education and research, and why our technology is so innovative. For more information about our comforting dental care, call me, Dr. Joseph Bolil, 703.594.2151 or visit our website, www.bolildds.com.

Take a minute to look in the mirror. Now smile your biggest smile. Do you like what you see? Or is your smile a little old looking with stains, chips and wearing? Do you have old metal fillings darkening your smile? Are your teeth crooked or gapped?

We can help you with any of those problems. Our tooth whitening, dental bonding, porcelain veneers, Invisalign® Invisible braces, and porcelain dental crowns all help your smile look and feel better than ever before. It is a great way to great a new year and feel ready to smile about whatever 2012 brings.

And even if you don’t need a brand new smile in 2012, be sure to keep up with your dental exams and cleaning so your mouth – and your body – stay as healthy and sound as they can. For more information about how cosmetic dentistry can make your Northern VA smile brighter and more confident, call me, Dr. Joseph Bolil, 703.594.2151 or visit our website, www.bolildds.com.

Chipped teeth? Crooked teeth? Gaps between teeth? While there are a variety of options for enhancing the appearance and health of your smile, the most effective and dramatic treatment is porcelain veneers.

 Veneers are thin sheets of translucent porcelain that are placed on the front of your teeth. They are shaped to fix a multitude of problems. Veneers can:

• Make teeth appear straight (instead of enduring months of orthodontic treatment)
• Close gaps between teeth
• Whiten stained teeth
• Restore chipped, worn or broken teeth

Porcelain veneers can be custom-made and permanently placed in only two to three visits, so your smile can be beautifully transformed in no time.

To learn more about porcelain veneers, read here: http://www.bolildds.com/cosmetic.php

To schedule a smile consultation, please call my Northern Virginia cosmetic dental practice at 703.594.2151.

If you have missing teeth or wear dentures that don’t fit well, you may want to consider dental implants. Implant dentistry is available at my Nokesville dental practice.

 Dental implants are permanent dental fixtures that replace the teeth and roots. They can be used to replace one missing tooth, several missing teeth and can even be used to securely anchor dentures in place.

 Dental implants are so secure, you can eat, speak and smile with complete confidence and comfort. They look so natural, no one will know they’re not natural teeth!

To learn more about dental implants, read here http://www.bolildds.com/general.php

To schedule a consultation to see if you are a candidate for dental implants, please call my Northern Virginia dental practice at 703.594.2151.

As we begin to look forward to the New Year, we all start making resolutions. This year, make a resolution that you can keep. Resolve to be healthier. It’s as easy as starting with a full dental exam and preventive dental care in January!

Studies have linked the state of your oral health with the state of your overall health, so it just makes sense to start your goal of better health with a dental exam.

An unhealthy mouth – gum disease, tooth decay – affects your whole body.

The bacteria associated with gum disease has been linked to an increased risk of:

• Stroke
• Heart Attack
• Certain Cancers
• Inflammation
• And more

Tooth decay can lead to tooth loss and systemic infection.

 A comprehensive dental exam at my Northern Virginia dental practice assesses all of these potential  problems with advanced diagnostic technologies for the earliest possible detection.

Start the New Year off with good health and keep your resolution. It’s as easy as visiting the dentist.

To learn more about preventive dental care, read here: http://www.bolildds.com/general.php

To schedule your visit, just call my Nokesville dental office at 703.594.2151.

Even a small dental imperfection can have a major impact on the appearance of your smile and in your self-confidence. It could be a chipped tooth. It may be a gap between teeth. It may be a discolored tooth. Whatever it is, cosmetic dental bonding may be able to quickly, easily and comfortable resolve the problem and restore your smile.

The procedure is simple as applying a liquid enamel to your tooth. To learn more about cosmetic dental bonding, read http://www.bolildds.com/cosmetic.php.

But I think a picture is worth a thousand words. To see the results bonding can make in a smile, check out these photos: http://www.bolildds.com/gallery/gallery.php?page=Bonding&num=01

Ready to improve your smile? Call my Nokesville dental office at 703.594.2151 and schedule your appointment today.

Do you get nervous about going to the dentist? You’re not alone. It’s estimated that over 75 percent of American adults experience some level of dental anxiety, ranging from mild to severe.

Whether you get a little nervous or are experience phobia so severe you won’t even go to the dentist, there’s something that can help. It’s called conscious sedation. It’s safe. It’s effective. And it will help you completely relax through your visit.

All you  have to do is let us know how you feel! If you’re nervous about an appointment, talk to us. We’ll prescribe an oral medication to take prior to your visit. The medication will help ease any worries or anxieties. When you get here, you’ll feel completely relaxed, and may even snooze during your treatment!

It may sound too good to be true, but it’s real. Learn more about sedation dentistry. Read http://www.bolildds.com/sedation.php

To make sedation part of your next visit, just call my Nokesville, VA dental practice at 703.594.2151.