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Anyone can chip a tooth. There’s also no shortage of ways to do it, from biting down on something hard to a sports injury, to an unexpected fall. You may dismiss a tiny chip as no big deal. However, Padmaja Yalamanchili, DDS, PC, in Fairfax, Virginia, knows otherwise. In this month’s blog, she explains why even […]

Imperfect, discolored, or damaged teeth are not uncommon, but it’s easy to feel self conscious about your smile when it’s on display. Many people avoid smiling due to crooked, chipped, gapped, or yellowed teeth, but these are all minor problems that can be readily fixed. With the help of a cosmetic dentist, you can choose […]

Your teeth are incredible examples of natural engineering. Each tooth is anchored in your jawbone by its roots, which stimulate the bone and keep it healthy. If you lose a tooth and wait too long before asking for a dental implant, you may find that the bone under the empty socket is missing, fragile, or […]

An imperfect smile can be a self-confidence killer, leaving you feeling uncomfortable about the way you look. Fortunately, there are many different types of smile restoration available, and you’ll be flashing your smile again in no time. At Fairfax Family Dentist in Fairfax, Virginia, Dr. Padmaja Yalamanchili offers patients seeking a better smile several options, including veneers and dental implant consultations to help […]

If your teeth are noticeably yellow, over-the-counter whitening treatments and charcoal toothpaste might not provide the results you want. Your tooth enamel should be bright, white, and pearlescent … right? Unfortunately, for many people, struggles with tooth discoloration are just a fact of life. While you might think it’s just “not brushing hard enough” or […]

If you dream of showing off your smile but crooked or oddly spaced teeth keep your mouth closed, Invisalign® may help you open up. Patients enjoy the comfort, convenience and appearance (or, more accurately, disappearance) of Invisalign. Plus, treatment wraps up an average of 30% sooner than treatment with traditional braces. That’s almost six months faster!Dr. Padmaja Yalamanchili of Fairfax […]

Cosmetic dentistry can be expensive, especially if you need multiple procedures done. If your teeth are cracked, crooked, misshapen, or discolored, veneers can help you achieve a picture-perfect smile with less time and money and fewer recovery days.  At the dental practice of Dr. Padmaja Yalamanchili in Fairfax, Virginia, you can get gorgeous porcelain veneers that deliver an even, […]

Are you wondering if it’s too early to worry about your child’s oral health? It’s not. You should be making sure your child’s oral and dental health are on track from early on in childhood, so they grow up with proper dental care being an ingrained habit. At the dental practice of Dr. Padmaja Yalamanchili in Fairfax, […]

Age affects all parts of your body, from the top of your head to the soles of your feet. Most people probably don’t think about their teeth in regard to aging, other than to hope they don’t need to get dentures some day, but your age affects your dental health just as it does every […]

For the best results, dental health professionals recommend focusing on the well-being of your teeth and gums from infancy through your senior years. After all, you and your teeth have a long way to go together. It’s never too late, though, to start a regimen that protects your oral health throughout the decades. Dr. Padmaja […]