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What Are Dental Implants?

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For patients looking to replace missing teeth, dental implants are likely the least familiar restorative option. Many of us probably have a parent or grandparent who used a dental bridge or dentures, but dental implants are a bit more uncommon. Because they look and feel like natural teeth, Dr. Joseph recommends dental implants whenever possible.

The Parts of a Dental Implant

Dental implants consist of three parts. The first is a titanium post that is secured permanently into the jaw. It replicates the role of the tooth root. The second is an abutment, a sort of collar which sits just below the gum line and helps secure the false tooth to the post. The final part is a custom porcelain crown designed to blend seamlessly with your other teeth.

Single Tooth Implants vs. All On Four

Some patients may think that the number of teeth they are missing makes them ineligible for dental implants. In fact, implants can be used to replace any number of teeth. Single tooth dental implants are just what they sound like: an implant supporting a single crown. Even one missing tooth can lead to bone loss, so replacement is important. All-on-four implants use a few implants to support a full row of teeth.

What to Expect

First, the post will be placed then the gums given approximately 3-6 months to heal. A temporary crown may be placed to aid function during healing. Once your gums have healed, Dr. Cavallo will place the abutment and final crown, bridge, or denture. Dr. Cavallo can provide every part of your treatment under one roof, making our office a convenient choice for your dental implant needs.

Schedule an Appointment

Questions? Dr. Cavallow offers free patient education seminars to answer questions about dental implants. Contact us to ask about the next seminar date. You can also schedule a consultation to discuss your own eligibility. To schedule, contact our Woodbridge, VA office on our website or at (703) 490-5888.

What Are Dental Crowns?

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If you have never had a dental crown, you’re probably a bit unsure of what they actually are. In fact, if you have had a crown, you may still have some of the same questions. Dental crowns are one of the most common restorative dental procedures, designed to look and feel like a natural tooth to maintain long-term dental health.

What Are Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are a sort of cap that goes over a damaged tooth, replacing it with a strong chewing surface. Depending on the patient, Dr. Cavallo offers metal, porcelain, composite, or combined material crowns. Porcelain and composite in particular are designed to be almost indistinguishable from your natural teeth.

How Do They Work?

The old tooth will be prepared by stabilizing the damage then shaping the tooth to fit the crown. The crown will be custom made to fit your mouth and maintain good alignment. Your custom-fit crown will then be cemented permanently into place for years of use.

What Do They Treat?

One of the most common reasons for dental crowns is tooth decay. Patients may also receive a crown after cracking a tooth or due to excessive wear. The goal of a dental crown is always to restore a healthy natural bite, so they can be used in any instance where the bite has been permanently altered. In some instances, crowns may also be used to replace a tooth that has been permanently discolored, due to injury or some other cause.

Schedule a Consultation

Do you have a dental concern that might be treated by a crown? Contact the office of Dr. Joseph P. Cavallo in Woodbridge, VA. To schedule a consultation and discuss your treatment options, contact us on our website or at (703) 493-1203.

Replacing Missing Teeth

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If missing teeth are left untreated, it can lead to adverse effects on your oral health. Missing teeth can be the result of dental trauma or a complex dental concern. Dr. Jospeh Cavallo offers a full range of tooth replacement options in our Woodbridge, VA dental office. Dr. Cavallo is a highly skilled restorative dentist in Woodbridge, VA.

Dr. Cavallo often recommends dental implants for patients missing one or more teeth. Dental implants have the highest success rate among other tooth replacement options. Dental implants are durable and resemble the natural smile. During your consultation, Dr. Cavallo can work with you to determine if dental implants are right for you.

Replacing Teeth

Dr. Cavallo has had many years of experience restoring missing teeth. Dr. Cavallo offers a full range of tooth replacement services, including dental implants, dentures, and dental bridges. Woodbridge dentist Dr. Cavallo perform all aspects of the dental implant procedure in our dental facility. We will work with you to determine which tooth replacement option is right for you.

Dental Implants: Dental implants can replace one or more teeth. Dental implants mimic the tooth root to create a long-lasting, durable foundation for your final restoration options. Dental implants can be used to secure dental crowns, dentures, or dental bridges.
Dentures: Dentures can be used to replace the top, bottom, or both arches of missing teeth. Dentures are typically removable but can be fixed into place using a few strategically placed dental implants.
Dental Bridge: Dental bridges can be used to replace consecutive missing teeth. Dental bridges are usually supported by the adjacent teeth. For a more stable solution. A dental bridge can be secured using dental implants.

Schedule An Appointment

Replacing missing teeth is essential to restore your oral health. if left untreated, missing teeth can lead to bone deterioration, infection, and further tooth loss. To learn more about tooth replacement, visit our Woodbridge, VA dental office. To schedule a consultation, call 703.493.1203 or schedule a consultation online.

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Those in Need Receive Healthy Smiles

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It is the season of giving but Woodbridge, VA cosmetic and general dentist Dr. Joseph Cavallo extends this sentiment throughout the entire year. In a recent article published by The Arlington Catholic Herald, writer Mary Stachyra Lopez highlights Dr. Cavallo’s charitable contributions to those in need made over the last decade. Working closely with Holy Family Church in Dale City, Dr. Cavallo gives what he knows best- healthy smiles.

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The Arlington Catholic Herald.

Dental Health Care For Those In Need

To date, Dr. Cavallo has donated between 25-30,00 dollars in dental care services to the parishioners of Holy Family just this year. Dr. Cavallo tries to see on average 10 patients a month, but worries about the patients he has to turn away due to time restraints. Dr. Cavallo encourages all medical professional to give the gift of their talent and time to enrich the lives of others.

“I think my contribution is just one little grain of sand along the beach. I would encourage anybody — a dentist, nurse, physician, to help me out and contribute some more little grains of sand. If we all contribute, I think we can make this world a better place.” Dr. Cavallo from Struggling to find health care, people sometimes look to their parishes by Mary Stachyra Lopez.

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Experience The Difference

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Welcome to our Woodbridge, VA cosmetic dentist office where our patient’s well-being is our number one priority. Led by concierge dentist Dr. Jospeh Cavallo our dental care team provides high-quality dentistry tailored to our patient’s unique needs and goals. We foster a welcoming, warm environment for the ultimate comfort of our patients.

Relationship-Based Dentistry

Dr. Cavallo works to build positive dentist-patient relationships founded on trust and open communication. Our entire dental care team is committed to ensuring patients feel well informed and confident in their oral health care decisions. Through patient education, we help our patients stay actively involved in the dental care.

Hear and see Dr. Cavallo speak about the unique dental experience our Woodbridge dentist office offers.

Dr. Cavallo has had over 25 years of experience and hundreds of hours of advanced education and is a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Cavallo offers comprehensive dental health care from implant dentistry to cosmetic and restorative procedures we have all the services you need to maintain your most natural, beautiful smile.

Whether you are looking to whiten your smile or are in need of a total smile reconstruction, our dental care team can handle all aspects of your dental care. Our services are designed to first address the functional aspects of your oral health so that Dr. Cavallo can help you achieve the aesthetics you desire.

If you are looking for a uniquely personal and high-quality dental experience, contact our Woodbridge, VA dentist office or request a consultation online. We invite patients from all over VA and the world to visit our dentist office.

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What Is The Cause of Chronic Facial Pain?

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Do you experience chronic pain or sensitivity in your jaw, neck, or face? Do you wake up with constant headaches? Does your jaw pop or click, making it difficult or painful to eat?

Facial pain can become debilitating, negatively impacting your quality of life. We see a lot of patients at our Woodbridge, VA dentist office who suffer from chronic jaw pain, and many are at their “wit’s end”. For many of these patients, their facial pain has caused them to miss work, skip family gatherings, and often leaves them bedridden with severe headaches.

What causes chronic face or jaw pain?

TMJ or TMD is a disorder of the temporomandibular joint. The disorder occurs when the joint is damaged, stressed or misused. Nightly teeth grinding, stress, trauma or bite misalignment are common causes of a damaged TMJ. Many patients experience a combination of factors that lead to painful symptoms of the face and neck.

No two cases of TMD are the same. Dr. Joseph Cavallo is a highly trained and experienced dentist with training in the intricate muscles and function of the masticatory system. Dr. Cavallo provides every patient experiencing facial pain with a thorough oral health exam and bite analysis. Dr. Cavallo looks at the interconnectedness between the jaw, teeth, and neck. The goal is to pinpoint the cause of malfunction to bring the whole system into alignment, alleviating painful symptoms.

What are the treatment options for TMJ?

Treatment is tailored to the patient and determined based on the cause of their TMJ. Dr. Cavallo works with patients to build treatment plans that will alleviate pain and prevent future damage to the teeth and gums. Treatment plans may include procedures to restore damaged, missing or misaligned teeth to restore the health and function to the jaw, teeth, and gums. Possible treatments include Invisalign, an oral sleep appliance, restorative dentistry, or other restorative bite correction procedures.

If you struggle with daily pain, feel constantly fatigued, or have headaches every morning, contact our Woodbridge, VA dentist office to learn more about our comprehensive approach to treating TMD.

Are You Interested in Dental Implants?

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Dr. Jospeh Cavallo offers full-service dental implant treatment plans. With over 31 years of experience placing dental implants, Dr. Cavallo offers precise and natural results. We provide every phase of the dental implant treatment process from the comfort of our Woodbridge, VA dentist office. Dr. Cavallo has a wealth of knowledge on dental implants, their long term benefits, how they work, and what they can do to improve the quality of your life.

Free Implant Seminar

We want our patients to feel confident in the decisions they make regarding their oral health. We believe that through patient education we can help empower patients to make independent decisions about their own dental health that will enhance their smile and protect their long term oral health.

Dental implants are an investment in your quality of life and oral health. Dr. Cavallo offers free dental implant information seminars to help patients learn more about the importance of replacing missing teeth and the benefits of dental implants. If you are interested in dental implants, contact our Woodbridge, VA dentist office to find out when the next seminar will be. Our seminars are designed to equip patients with the knowledge and information they need to feel supported and confident in their implant procedure. We hope to answer your questions and get you started on the path to a more beautiful, healthy smile.

Replacing Missing Teeth

Replacing missing teeth can help protect your oral health. Missing teeth can lead to bone deterioration, jaw recession, periodontal disease, and even further tooth loss. Even one missing tooth can impact the function, form, and appearance of the smile.

Dental implants are a three part prosthetic tooth structure that offers the most natural way to replace missing teeth. They can be used to replace a single missing tooth or a full arch of missing teeth. Patient with dentures may be a candidate for having their denture secured with dental implants for improved function and fit. With over a 95% success rate, dental implants are the most successful and long lasting dental restoration available.

Schedule A Consultation

To learn more about dental implants and how they can benefit you, contact our Woodbridge dentist office to find out when our next dental implant seminar is. Free to you, our implant seminar is an information service that can help prepare you for dental implants. call our office, or schedule a consultation online.

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What Are Dental Implants?

The Parts of a Dental Implant

Single Tooth Implants vs. All On Four

What to Expect

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What Are Dental Crowns?

What Are Dental Crowns?

How Do They Work?

What Do They Treat?

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