As general dentists, Dr. Kitchen and Dr. Harris will partner with you so that you can enjoy the benefits of a healthy, strong, beautiful smile. Research continues to show that oral health is a significant factor in overall health. Gum disease, for instance, contributes to increased risk for heart disease, stroke, respiratory conditions, diabetes complications, low-weight births, and osteoporosis. In addition, oral cancer kills about 7500 Americans each year. Visiting your general dentist for six-month checkups will help you prevent big problems by addressing small problems before they escalate.
In addition to checkups, your general dentist will recommend treatment for oral health problems like tooth decay, chips, cracks, misalignments, or missing teeth. We can also help you alleviate bad breath, snoring, chronic headaches, and teeth grinding. Our non-surgical options have proven effective in many patients, returning the quality of life they deserve. Learn more about our general dental services in the following pages:
In some cases, dental surgery is the best solution for a problem. For instance, when teeth are crowded beyond what orthodontics can correct, or if a dying tooth cannot be saved by a root canal, Dr. Kitchen or Dr. Harris may recommend extraction, a simple dental surgery procedure that involves removing teeth. We also use lasers for minimally invasive dental surgery on soft tissues. This includes gum lifts, biopsies, gum disease debridement, and crown lengthening. Learn more about laser dentistry here.
Call Dr. Kim Kitchen and Dr. Clifton Harris today if you live in the Washington DC or Alexandria, VA area. As general dentists, their non-surgical, laser, and dental surgery procedures can keep your smile healthy and strong for years to come. Our Alexandrian office in Old Town is convenient, and our team can't wait to make you smile.