Leesburg Spa Dentistry

03/09/2026

Contact us for very affordable TMJ pain treatment with many additional benefits including smoothing wrinkles and improving skin texture. Life changing Botox for TMJ pain and clenching 🙌.

03/08/2026

Periodontal disease is silent until it's too late. The risks for heart attack, stroke, dementia and auto-immune conditions are well established. Take care of your oral health in order to stay healthy overall ✨️

02/24/2026

We are here to serve our military families as well as all our veterans 💙. Do you know that Dr. Anne has been working diligently to improve the oral health of our proud service members here in Virginia. 🇺🇸❤️💙

02/03/2026

Perfect shade match 👌. Did you know that esthetics and cosmetic dentistry is as much an art as science. Experience matters. 20+ years and counting 😎.

01/25/2026

We will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26th due to the snow. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 27th at 9am. Please text or email us to reschedule on Tuesday. Stay warm ✨️ ❄️

12/08/2025

Tis the season for smiling 😃. Beautiful patient who will be back soon to complete her lowers.

11/11/2025

WE SALUTE YOU: On this Veterans Day, please join us in thanking our veterans and service members for their bravery and sacrifice. Thank you to all who have served and are currently serving. 🇺🇸🙏🏻 https://abc7.la/3WODgWI

10/20/2025

Happy Diwali to those who celebrate. May the light always win over darkness ✨️

09/19/2025

Silver fillings, known as dental amalgam, have been used for over a century to restore decayed teeth. While durable and cost-effective, they contain a mix of metals — including approximately 50% elemental mercury, which binds the alloy together. This mercury content has sparked global debates regarding its safety for human health and its impact on the environment.

Scientific studies have shown that small amounts of mercury v***r can be released from these fillings during chewing or teeth grinding. While most health authorities consider these levels safe for the general population, certain groups — like pregnant women, children, or patients with kidney disorders — may be more vulnerable. Additionally, improper disposal of amalgam contributes to environmental mercury pollution, leading many countries to phase it out gradually.

As of January 2025, the European Union has officially banned dental amalgam across all member countries, citing health and environmental concerns. This marks a major step in shifting toward safer, mercury-free restorative materials like composite resins and glass ionomer cements.

Modern dentistry offers multiple aesthetic, biocompatible alternatives. If you have old silver fillings, consult your dentist before rushing to replace them — replacement procedures can release more mercury if not handled carefully. Stay informed, and always prioritize evidence-based dental care.

🔗Read more: Link in the comments

09/19/2025

Happy Friday everyone! Just in case you haven't heard that there's some developments on amalgam restorations.

Silver fillings, known as dental amalgam, have been used for over a century to restore decayed teeth. While durable and cost-effective, they contain a mix of metals — including approximately 50% elemental mercury, which binds the alloy together. This mercury content has sparked global debates regarding its safety for human health and its impact on the environment.

Scientific studies have shown that small amounts of mercury v***r can be released from these fillings during chewing or teeth grinding. While most health authorities consider these levels safe for the general population, certain groups — like pregnant women, children, or patients with kidney disorders — may be more vulnerable. Additionally, improper disposal of amalgam contributes to environmental mercury pollution, leading many countries to phase it out gradually.

As of January 2025, the European Union has officially banned dental amalgam across all member countries, citing health and environmental concerns. This marks a major step in shifting toward safer, mercury-free restorative materials like composite resins and glass ionomer cements.

Modern dentistry offers multiple aesthetic, biocompatible alternatives. If you have old silver fillings, consult your dentist before rushing to replace them — replacement procedures can release more mercury if not handled carefully. Stay informed, and always prioritize evidence-based dental care.

🔗Read more: Link in the comments

09/10/2025

ORAL BACTERIA CAN TRAVEL TO THE HEART 🫀

Scientists have discovered something shocking — bacteria commonly found in dental plaque have been detected inside the arteries and even heart tissue of patients who suffered heart attacks.

How does this happen?
When gums are inflamed or diseased, bacteria can slip into the bloodstream through tiny breaks in gum tissue. Once in circulation, they may contribute to inflammation in blood vessels, accelerating cardiovascular damage.

This doesn’t mean oral bacteria directly cause heart disease, but their presence shows how strongly the mouth and heart are connected. Ignoring gum health could silently fuel risks far beyond the mouth.

Current research suggests that keeping gums healthy through regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings isn’t just about saving teeth — it could also help protect the heart.

🧠Sources:

Lockhart PB, et al. (2012). Periodontal Disease and Atherosclerotic Vascular Disease: Does the Evidence Support an Independent Association? Circulation.

Tonetti MS & Van D**e TE (2013). Periodontitis and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease: Consensus Report. J Clin Periodontol.