If you want a top-notch smile and oral health, then you need to attend your six-month checkups. This is very important and it’s key for your health. To help you know why, our dentist, Dr. Tontra Lowe, DDS, is happy to list the reasons why you should receive a dental cleaning and exam regularly. Dental checkups can clean and strengthen... read more »

Do you ever wonder how your dentist notices and diagnosis a cavity? If so, our dental team is happy to share the details! As you may already know, cavities are oftentimes detected at your routine dental cleaning appointments. When you’re in the dental chair, Dr. Tontra Lowe usually diagnosis a cavity by doing one or both of these things: First,... read more »

Dental anxiety and nerves are real. In fact, there are many people who experience them. If you’re one of these people, Dr. Tontra Lowe and our dental team have some information that might help you feel more calm, comfortable, and relaxed in the dental chair. We proudly provide pain-free injections to help you avoid any discomfort during your appointment. This... read more »

If you’re pregnant, then you need to make sure to take good care of your smile on a regular basis. Taking care of your teeth and gums is important because pregnancy can take a toll on your smile and oral health. So, to help you keep your smile in tip-top shape during your pregnancy in Gainesville, Virginia, please do the... read more »

Do you want to avoid passing your dental anxiety on to your child? If so, there are things you can do to achieve that goal! In order to help your child feel calm and comfortable in the dental chair, our Awesome Smiles Dental Center team recommends that you do the following things: -When you come into Awesome Smiles Dental Center... read more »

Oral cancer is a scary, serious, and dangerous disease that can take over your smile, affect your entire health, and result in death. Our Awesome Smiles Dental Center dental team is here to help you prevent and identify this disease by offering oral cancer screenings at our office. There are many benefits to the screenings, including: · They are easy:... read more »