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Signs that you may need a root canal
By: Office Admin
On: November 18, 2020
Root canals are used to save teeth that have become badly infected or decayed. It can be challenging to know whether you need root canal therapy or another treatment, especially if you experience tooth and gum pain or sensitivity to temperature. Physical symptoms usually do not start until the issue has become advanced, which is […]
Everything You Didn’t Know About Your Mouth In The Time Of COVID
By: Office Admin
On: November 11, 2020
Featuring Dr. Kathleen Mullaney DDS FAGD Story by Kellie Gunderman As seen in: https://www.vipalexandriamag.com/ Am I overweight? Is my blood pressure too high? Why is my hair thinning out? Can I really get my omega-3s from this salmon? Why do these migraines keep attacking me!? Is that a lump on my breast or […]
Is what you eat affecting your oral health?
By: Office Admin
On: October 28, 2020
We all know that a balanced diet is important to our overall health, but did you know that it is vital for your oral health as well? Poor nutrition can create a host of problems for your teeth and gums. If you would like to maintain a great smile for life, Dr. Mullaney can give […]
Zoom meetings and Zooming into a better smile
By: Office Admin
On: September 30, 2020
As people continue to work from home, sitting in front of a webcam is the new normal, whether people are getting together for business or a virtual happy hour. People with less-than-perfect smiles may be feeling more self-conscious or embarrassed than usual since these meetings tend to be up close and personal. Dr. Kathleen […]
How can I get rid of stains on my teeth?
By: Office Admin
On: August 27, 2020
Although the surface of your teeth appears smooth, it actually contains microscopic pits and ridges. These tiny spaces hold food particles and pigments from food and beverages. When left unattended for a long period of time, these pigments lead to stains or yellowed teeth. If you are searching for ways to whiten teeth at home, […]
Covid-19 Update on Patient Care Protocols
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: May 22, 2020
Dear Mullaney Dental Family, We are excited to announce that we are open and seeing patients and we Welcome New Patients to join our Dental Family! We have worked very hard on our new patient care protocols and are strictly following the guidelines set out for us by the American Dental Association, the CDC and […]
We need your help so we can help you!
By: Office Admin
On: May 12, 2020
We are excited to be back to work! Please know we are following the highest standards of infection control as outlined by the ADA, the CDC and OSHA and we have all the necessary PPE in place to protect you and our team. There are many things that have changed to protect you even further so […]
We are here for you should any dental emergency arise!
By: Office Admin
On: April 10, 2020
As you know, our office is temporarily closed to non-emergent care based on the State of Virginia mandate. We are still available via phone to discuss with you any emergencies that you may have, just give us a call at 703-223-8287. We look forward to seeing all of your smiling faces when we can get […]
Help Us Spread the Word Free Dental Care for Veterans – Saturday, October 5th 2019
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: September 5, 2019
Freedom Day USA is a day of free dental care for our Veterans who do not have access to dental care. Saturday, October 5th we will be providing free dental exams, cleanings, oral cancer screenings, fillings and extractions. Veterans are asked to call our office to schedule and appointment. Proof of service via a DD214 […]
Did ice cream crack my tooth?
By: Kathleen Mullaney
On: August 29, 2019
Like so many areas of life, this straddles the line between truth and myth. Extreme temperatures can in fact crack your teeth; but they probably won’t. A healthy adult tooth can usually stand up just fine against varying temperature changes within the mouth. If you should crack a tooth (for any reason), don’t delay coming to see […]
