State of the Art Technology
To perform the latest, most effective procedures—including veneers, composite bonding, and one-hour whitening—we employ state-of-the art technology. We use modern equipment, including the following, to correct any dental imperfections you might have and to ensure your ultimate relaxation:
Digital dental X-rays offer many advantages. Although the risk of radiation damage from normal X-rays is small, digital X-rays limit exposure by 90%, enhancing your safety significantly. To take a digital X-ray of your teeth, we insert a tiny camera into your mouth. The X-rays are then instantly transmitted to a computer screen, where your dentist will review them with you. You can see any problems for yourself while reviewing your treatment options together. Digital X-rays help you to be more informed about your own dental health.
The intraoral camera is a revolutionary diagnostic dental tool allowing us to more easily identify potential problems within the mouth, early on. The tiny intraoral camera can be inserted into a patient's mouth, taking pictures of the teeth and displaying the images on a computer screen. Using the intraoral camera saves time and makes problems easily visible to both patient and doctor. The camera enables patients to view the areas we will be working on, making procedures more understandable. The accompanying software also provides clear and accurate data so that the best treatment options can be selected.
The Diagnodent is a powerful new laser used for early detection and diagnosis of tooth decay. The Diagnodent also makes it easier to find decay that may be hidden in the cracks and crevices of teeth. Earlier detection means less damage, pain, and hassle for you down the road.
We know that our patients like to know as much about their dental care as possible. To help answer any questions you may have, we offer the Casey CD-Rom Education System, a learning package packed full of valuable information about dental conditions, procedures, advances, and practices. The system is divided into 112 presentations lasting from two to four minutes each. Graphics are provided to help you visualize your options.
To keep you comfortable and entertained during lengthy dental procedures--including tooth whitening--we provide a library of the latest DVD movies. Our patients are able to view them through virtual reality goggles that feature personal volume controls. You can also bring in your own movie!
Our beautiful, cozy office is centrally located in our nation's capitol, just steps away from American University and with a stunning view of bustling Massachusetts Avenue. However, we provide the added convenience of the suburbs by offering free parking and extensive Saturday office hours to every patient.
Call our office today to schedule your first appointment with your skilled Washington DC Dentist, Dr. Chehayeb.
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Restoring damaged teeth with crowns, veneers, inlays, and onlays
used to require multiple appointments, but not at our office!
We make use of an impressive technology known as CEREC method to allow
your cosmetic dental work to be completed in just one appointment.
First, digital impressions are made of your teeth,
using a special, highly precise camera. The CEREC machine
then uses the digital image to design a custom restoration for you,
matching the color precisely with the shade of your natural teeth.
The machine then mills the restoration while you wait.
Our dentist bonds the new restoration to your tooth,
and your dental work is completed—often in under an hour!
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Veneers can beautify your smile by concealing
stains, chips, cracks, injuries, and misalignment.
They are an excellent alternative to crowns and
are virtually undetectable. Veneers are resistant
to injury and are long-lasting, making them one
of the best cosmetic procedures options available.
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Dually known as caps, crowns discreetly hide misshapen,
chipped, broken, or damaged teeth. These tooth-sized
covers slide neatly over injured teeth, making
them appear just as natural as real teeth. Crowns
are strong and fairly injury-resistant, but as
with any cosmetic dentistry procedure, they do
require proper hygienic maintenance.
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Unsightly, potentially dangerous mercury fillings
are old news. Our state-of-the-art practice instead
uses only mercury-free fillings to repair teeth
and correct injuries. The fillings, made of resin,
ceramic or porcelain, can be bonded to your teeth
and are much more natural-looking and comfortable
than their metal counterparts.
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Our dentists specialize in the latest, most effective
tooth whitening procedure available—the
Zoom! In-Office Whitening System. Safe, fast and
convenient, Zoom! uses a combination of formulated
lighting and hydrogen peroxide-based bleach to
whiten teeth—typically by six to 10 shades—in
one brief office visit. With simple, regular home
touch-ups and careful maintenance, a beautiful
Zoom! smile can last indefinitely.
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Sometimes a beautiful smile takes work that is
a bit more involved. If you notice strain when
biting down, pain during chewing, or difficulty
in speaking due to misaligned or missing teeth,
bridges might be the right option for you. They
work by literally bridging the gaps between missing
teeth, closing spaces with durable, injury-resistant,
realistic-looking artificial teeth. Because they
are semi-permanent, bridges can be removed only
by a dentist but are long-lasting and strong.
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A less expensive and invasive remedy than crowns
or veneers, bonding is a great way to mask chipped,
stained, injured, or otherwise imperfect teeth.
During the procedure, a delicate layer of plastic
is painted onto the damaged teeth, adding strength
and making them virtually indistinguishable from
natural teeth.
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