Introduction When it comes to dental health, many individuals wonder whether dentists would pull healthy teeth. The thought of losing a tooth, especially one that appears to be in good condition, can be worrisome. Further, in this article, we will delve into this topic and explore the reasons behind dentists' decisions to extract seemingly healthy teeth. We will also discuss... read more »

If you’re dreading your upcoming six-month checkup, then you need to change your mind set. Did you know your teeth cleaning appointments are very beneficial? That’s right, your appointments can help you in a myriad of ways. To help you know more, our dentist, Dr. Tontra Lowe, will be thrilled to list some of the benefits of getting your teeth... read more »

If you are swimming as a form of recreation or exercise, indoor or outdoor, at the gym or the recreation center, congratulations! I commend you for taking care of your health. However, did you know swimming might be dangerous for your smile? Well, it's true, which is why it's important to do all you can to keep your teeth, gums,... read more »

Plaque is a white, sticky film that clings to your teeth and threatens to create tooth decay and gum disease. This is why it’s extremely important to remove it on a regular basis. If you don’t, the plaque will turn into tartar and will irritate and infect your gums, creating gum disease. If left untreated, gum disease can result in... read more »

Hello, Dr. Tontra Lowe here, at Awesome Smiles Dental Center in Haymarket, Virginia! We are pleased to offer tooth-colored dental fillings for our patients needing a dental restoration for their smile. My team and I are committed to our patient's well-being as well as their oral health. This is why we offer composite dental fillings for our patient's smiles, as... 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 »

As you check off your baby lists, don’t forget to check off your oral health list! It is very important to do everything you can to help your smile during your pregnancy, and I recommend doing the following things so you can maintain strong and successful teeth and gums: Keep up on oral hygiene Oral hygiene is extremely important during... read more »

If you are one who thinks tooth loss is inevitable with age, we’re happy to tell you that is not the case. Tooth loss only occurs when you do not take proper care of your smile, and we are here to tell you exactly how to prevent this dental issue. If you do the following things, you will have a... read more »

I want all my patients to know that even if you’ve had to part with one or more of your natural teeth, we can still restore your smile and help you to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Here at Awesome Smiles Dental Center, we have helped so many patients smile just as they once did through the wonders of implant dentistry.... read more »